The World Bank has introduced an ambitious new Learning Target, which aims to cut by at least half the global rate of Learning Poverty by 2030. Learning Poverty is defined as the percentage of 10-year-olds who cannot read and understand a simple story. Using a database developed jointly with UNESCO Institute of Statistics, the Bank… [Read More]
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New €77.7 Million Programme to increase Food Security in Sudan
A new €77.7 million programme that aims to increase food security and ensure access to natural resources is a vital investment in Sudan’s future has been announced by the IFAD. The project will benefit about 720,000 vulnerable smallholders, pastoralists and agropastoralists in nine states, across three regions. The financing agreement for the Sustainable Natural Resources… [Read More]
Japan pledge $3.18 Million Grant to Cambodian government for Vulnerable Children
Japan pledged a $3.18 million grant to the Cambodian government to assist in the implementation of a meal programme for vulnerable children in schools and poor communities. To be rolled out in collaboration with the UN’s World Food Programme (WFP), the project will run until next year and provide meals for 217,900 children to promote… [Read More]
2020 Africa Peace and Social Change Fellowship for African Women Changemakers
The Women, Peace and Security (WPS) program at Columbia University, in collaboration with the Columbia University Nairobi Global Center and the Graduate Center of the City University of New York has announced the next round of the “Peace and Social Change Fellowship Program”. The fellowship aims to generate knowledge, build skills, strengthen relationships and exchange… [Read More]
A Nonprofit raises over $400,000 to eliminate Water Poverty in 500 Villages in India
A nonprofit based in the US, Overseas Volunteers for a Better India, or OVBI has raised over $400,000 for its program to Eliminate Water Poverty in 500 villages in India by next year. Donations poured in from hundreds of attendees and companies, including Verizon Media, whose CEO, Guru Gowrappan, announced a donation of $25,000, at… [Read More]
Open Society Foundations commits $10 Million to boost Business Development in Ethiopia
As part of its broader commitment to support Ethiopia’s democratic and economic development, The Open Society Foundations is investing $10 million in the Cepheus Capital Growth Fund focused on supporting business development in Ethiopia. The Soros Economic Development Fund, Open Society’s impact investing arm, will join several leading regional and national development funds as limited… [Read More]
World Bank/Cameroon: $200 Million to Strengthen and Protect the Poor and Vulnerable
World Bank Country Director for Cameroon, Abdoulaye Seck and Cameroon’s Minister of Economy, Planning and Regional Development, Alamine Ousmane Mey signed a $200 million Development Policy Credit (DPC) which aims to strengthen fiscal sustainability, enhance competitiveness and protect the poor and most vulnerable. This operation, the second in a series of three, is aligned with… [Read More]
Tsunami Ready Art Competition launched for Students to explore Natural Surroundings through Artistic Expression
The University of the West Indies has announce the Tsunami Ready Art Competition as part of the EU funded “Strengthening Capacities for Early Warning Response for Tsunamis and Other Coastal Hazards in the Caribbean” Project and as an activity contributing to the recognition of World Tsunami Awareness Day (WTAD) 2019. The project is being implemented… [Read More]
UNICEF compliments India for ‘Sustained Awareness Programme’ to bring down Malnutrition
UNICEF has complimented India for its ‘sustained awareness programme’ to bring down malnutrition. Chief of UNICEF India (Nutrition), Arjan De Wagt said, “The extent of mobilisation to create awareness was unprecedented in the country. I have never seen so much of efforts taken by India to fight malnutrition through various sustained health awareness programmes utilising… [Read More]
United States: Open Society Foundations announces $15 Million Grant towards protecting Country’s Democracy
The Open Society Foundations has announced a $15 million grant to the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc. (LDF), the nation’s first and foremost civil and human rights law organization, in recognition of the vital role civil rights lawyers play in securing, defending, and protecting democracy. President and Director-Counsel of LDF, Sherrilyn Ifill said,… [Read More]
Africa Disaster Risks Financing Programme launched in Madagascar
The African Development Bank, in partnership with the Government of Madagascar and the African Risk Capacity (ARC), has launched the Africa Disaster Risks Financing Programme (ADRiFi) in Madagascar. ADRiFi is intended to strengthen Madagascar’s country’s resilience and increase its capacity to manage climate-related disasters. Over the next five years it will also strengthen the country’s… [Read More]
Give an Hour receives $100,000 grant to address Mental Health Conditions
Give an Hour, a national nonprofit that provides free mental health services has announced a $100,000 grant from The Major League Baseball Players Trust. Randy Phelps, Ph.D., CEO of Give an Hour said, “We are so excited about our new relationship with the Players Trust. What better way to spread the word about positive mental… [Read More]
AfDB, Climate Investment Funds and the Coalition for Green Capital to develop Green Financing Instruments for Africa
The African Development Bank, in partnership with the Climate Investment Funds (CIF), has commissioned the Coalition for Green Capital (CGC) to prepare a study on the creation of national climate change funds and green banks in Africa. CGC will identify and work with six African countries to conduct feasibility studies for the project, which was… [Read More]
Helen Keller Awards 2019 to honor People and Organisations promoting Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities
This year, the Helen Keller Awards—2019 will mark its 20th Edition of honouring people and organisations working towards promoting employment opportunities for people with disabilities. The objective of the NCPEDP Helen Keller Awards was to start a discourse on equal opportunities for persons with disabilities in the area of employment at a time when no… [Read More]
AfDB Group approves Funding to upgrade Water and Sanitation Facilities in Sudan’s North and South Kordofan States
The African Development Bank Group has approved an African Development Fund (ADF) grant of $30 million and a $1.3 million grant from the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Initiative Trust Fund for the upgrading of water and sanitation facilities in Sudan’s North and South Kordofan states. The project will improve livelihoods and build resilience against… [Read More]
Japan contributes JPY 300 Million to benefit Vulnerable People living in Gaza
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed a contribution of JPY 300 million (almost US$3 million) from the Government of Japan to support more than 100,000 vulnerable people living in Gaza. The funds will enable WFP to continue providing food assistance to nearly 65,000 of the poorest people in Gaza via electronic vouchers…. [Read More]
4 Days Left! Last Call to Apply for Azim Premji University’s Course on “Development and Social Change in India”
This is the last call for development organizations to apply for Azim Premji University’s 16 days Course on “Development and Social Change in India”. This short course specially designed for the development organisations intends to provide a comprehensive overview of the history, present and future direction of this complex story. This interdisciplinary, multi-instructor course provides… [Read More]
Funding Boost for Darwin Initiative Grant Programme to protect Biodiversity around the World
The UK government has tripled funding for its Darwin Initiative grant programme, which works to protect biodiversity around the world. The government has announced a funding boost of £90m (€102.91m) for the Darwin Initiative, which supports projects worldwide protecting endangered species and preserving the natural environment. Since its inception in 1992, the initiative has provided… [Read More]
EU contributes EUR 2.2 Million to support CSOs in Sierra Leone
The EU has made a total contribution of 22 Billion Leones (EUR 2.2 Million) for four projects to support Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in 11 districts across Sierra Leone. Support to civil society remains one of the priorities of the European Union, globally as well as here in Sierra Leone. These four projects will support… [Read More]
UNDP releases Sh31.6 Million to Eight Marine Conservation Projects in Kwale
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has released Sh31.6 million to eight marine conservation projects in Kwale County through the Small Grants Programme (SGP) initiative. The funding was unveiled under the banner of Shimoni-Vanga Seascape Community projects. UNDP country Deputy Resident Representative, Mandisa Mashologu said, “The project beneficiaries are mostly women and youth out to… [Read More]
Soroptimist launches Live Your Dream Award for Women
Soroptimist has launched “Live Your Dream”, Education and Training Award for Women who are working to better their lives through additional schooling and skills training. Eligible applicants can submit their application between August 1 – November 15. Ultimately, a Live Your Dream Awards finalist has the potential receive up to $16,000 to help offset tuition… [Read More]
Eight Beneficiaries of DAPD receive Ten Thousand Dollars’ worth of Equipment
Eight beneficiaries of the Dominica Association of Persons Living with Disabilities (DAPD) Incorporated have received over ten thousand dollars’ worth of equipment. The donation was made possible through the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grant Project (SGP) along with DAPD Inc. The tools were given to fisher folk, famers, craft makers and catering members of… [Read More]
UK supports #LeaveNoGirlBehind Campaign
The UK is supporting the project She Plays Safe (SPS) through the British Embassy in Caracas, as part of the #LeaveNoGirlBehind campaign. Being a girl or teenager in Venezuela these days is rather difficult. Most Venezuelans can barely cover their most basic needs like food, sanitation, education and healthcare. Imagine being a girl or a… [Read More]
UK raise hands to support Syrian Children and Refugees
Minister for the Middle East, Dr Andrew Murrison has announced that the UK will help thousands of Syrian children access quality education and create jobs for Syrian refugees forced to flee their homes to neighbouring Lebanon. During a visit to Lebanon, Dr Murrison met some of the 7,000 Syrian and Lebanese children set to benefit… [Read More]
International Biodiversity receives Funding Boost from Illegal Wildlife Conference
International biodiversity receives funding boost one year on from the largest ever Illegal Wildlife Conference. Bengal tigers, black rhinos, coral reefs and mangroves could all receive game-changing support as the government’s Darwin Initiative has received a £90 million boost – a tripling of funds – to protect international biodiversity. Also announced, a commitment for funding… [Read More]
