UNOPS has introduced a new online course ‘Doing Business with UNOPS’ to help micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) tap into UNOPS procurement opportunities. This online course was developed with the aim of improving the knowledge of current and potential suppliers on how to do business with UNOPS, including expectations on ethics and sustainability. The… [Read More]
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Knight Foundation invests $1.7 million in 20 new grants to support Research on Internet Governance
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation announced new investments to support research on the rules, norms and governance of the internet and digital platforms. The $1.7 million in 20 new grants will focus on research to inform the national conversation on technology policy issues, including free expression online and the scale and power… [Read More]
Global Leaders of the ‘Generation Equality Action Coalitions’ announced to accelerate Gender Equality
The Generation Equality Forum—a global gathering for gender equality, convened by UN Women and co-hosted by the governments of Mexico and France in partnership with civil society— announced the leaders of the Generation Equality Action Coalitions, to achieve gender equality and all women’s and girls’ human rights. The Action Coalitions will deliver concrete and transformative… [Read More]
2X Challenge mobilizes $4.5 billion in capital towards Women’s Economic Empowerment
The 2X Challenge has exceeded its initial target by committing and mobilising $4.5 billion in capital towards women’s economic empowerment. With additional members having joined the 2X Challenge and a new set of guidance designed to help financiers manage the gendered impacts of their investments; the and 2X Reference Guide for Investors, the momentum to… [Read More]
Sweden and UN-Habitat sign USD 20 million agreement to promote Sustainable Urbanization
Sweden and UN-Habitat, the United Nations agency have signed a global programme cooperation agreement to support sustainable urban development through a comprehensive range of activities. Under the agreement, the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), a government agency of the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs, will provide SEK 195 million (around USD 20 million) for… [Read More]
EBRD and EU step up for Green Investments & Climate Resilience in Egypt, Morocco and countries of Eastern Partnership
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) are stepping up their support for green investments and climate resilience in Egypt, Morocco and the countries of the Eastern Partnership (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine). The EU is providing a total of €61.3 million in grants to support three… [Read More]
EU contributes €3 million to strengthen resilience of vulnerable and food insecure communities
The European Union (EU) has recently contributed €3 million to strengthen resilience of vulnerable and food insecure communities and enhance the capacity of social protection systems for better adaptation and response to the impacts of climate change in drought-prone areas of Gaza and Tete provinces. The project, entitled Pro-Resilience Action (PRO-ACT) in Mozambique, will be… [Read More]
Course || Learn the basics and the essentials about Human Rights due diligence
Do you want to learn the basics and the essentials about human rights due diligence? Whether you are just starting off or you want to take the next steps in your work, this is the course for you! In this highly interactive one-day virtual training they will walk you through what you need to know… [Read More]
Microsoft commits $20 million to help people acquire Digital Skills needed in a COVID-19 economy
Microsoft commits $20 million in support of a global initiative to provide twenty-five million people with digital job skills. Microsoft will award $5 million of its $20 million in cash grants to U.S. community-based organizations that are led by and serve communities of color. Microsoft President, Brad Smith said, “According to Microsoft calculations, global unemployment… [Read More]
Citi and the Citi Foundation commits $100 million to support COVID-19-related efforts globally
Citi and the Citi Foundation have committed more than $100 million to date in support of COVID-19-related community relief and economic recovery efforts globally. This includes more than $35 million in new funding, adding to the previously announced $65 million in grants and charitable contributions to deliver ongoing relief and support for longer-term economic recovery… [Read More]
Mellon Foundation announces New Focus on Social Justice in its Grantmaking
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation announced a major strategic evolution for its organization, prioritizing social justice in all of its grant-making. The Foundation’s board has resoundingly endorsed a refined mission statement and updated program areas. While Mellon’s strategic shift—under the leadership of Mellon President Elizabeth Alexander— has been two years in the making, current events… [Read More]
International community pledges US$5.5B for Syria crisis response in 2020 and $2.2B for 2021
The fourth Brussels conference on “Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region” – the main high-level pledging event for the Syria crisis confirms US$5.5 billion in funding to support humanitarian, resilience and development activities in 2020 for the Syria crisis response. The $5.5 billion in funding will support humanitarian, resilience and development activities in… [Read More]
Gabon receives 100.5 million euros support to mitigate COVID-19 effects
The African Development Bank has approved a 100.5 million euros support to the government of Gabon as budget support to mitigate against the effects of the COVID-19 outbreak. The loan will support the central African nation’s Budget Support Programme in Response to the COVID-19 Crisis or PABURC, which aims to strengthen the health system and… [Read More]
PATH Foundation announces $1.5M new Community Resilience Grant Cycle
The PATH Foundation announced a new Community Resilience grant cycle to support nonprofit organizations, with $1.5M in available funding. The grants were created in response to the difficulties many nonprofits are facing due to circumstances caused by the pandemic, according to a press release. With applications opening on July 6 and closing July 31, the… [Read More]
EPA awards 12 Organisations with $360,000 addressing Environmental Justice Issues
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced 12 organizations that will receive a total of $360,000 to help address environmental justice issues in their communities. Each of the organizations will receive $30,000. The grants will enable these organizations to conduct research, provide education and training, and develop community-driven solutions to local health and environmental… [Read More]
UNDP supporting Yemen with vital Livelihoods and increasing COVID-19 Prevention Awareness
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is working to ensure Yemen’s most vulnerable populations such as women and youth are better able to protect themselves from the virus. UNDP recently launched two major initiatives that will impact Yemeni’s lives: a livelihood-support campaign and a five-governorate community awareness raising campaign around COVID-19 prevention measures. The funds… [Read More]
UK call for bids to support COVID-19 response in Costa Rica and Nicaragua
The British Embassy San Jose is accepting project proposals from institutions and organisations working in the areas of prevention and response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Costa Rica and/or Nicaragua. Project and activity proposals should have sustainable outcomes that clearly identify the change they expect to deliver. Bids should also highlight how they complement work… [Read More]
Iraq’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic gets €2 million in new contribution
In partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Iraq, the Government of Finland has committed €2 million (US$2.2 million) to support the Government of Iraq’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds will be used to support UNDP Iraq’s COVID-19 response package, which is being implemented under the umbrella of UNDP Iraq’s Funding… [Read More]
Global Citizens mobilizes over $1.5B in Cash Grants for COVID-19 Relief
Global Goal: Unite for Our Future mobilized over $1.5B in cash grants and $5.4B in loans and guarantees for a total of $6.9B to provide equitable access to COVID-19 tests, treatments, and vaccines, as well as support for the world’s poorest and most marginalized communities. The campaign was launched in response to the COVID-19 pandemic… [Read More]
U.S. contributes US$500,000 towards COVID-19 Response in the Pacific
United States has contributed US$500,000 in support of response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the Pacific. The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed this contribution. The funding, provided through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance, will bolster a range of activities in logistics and emergency telecommunications that WFP… [Read More]
Rockefeller Brothers Fund allocates $48 million to address COVID-19 and Racial Justice crisis in U.S.
The Rockefeller Brothers Fund will increase its annual spending to allocate an additional $48 million over the next five years to address critical system failures that underlie both the COVID-19 pandemic and the enduring racial justice crisis. The funds, approved with unanimous support of the board, will work to advance racial justice, strengthen U.S. democracy,… [Read More]
CAF lends Funding Support to COVID-19 Emergency in Trinidad and Tobago
The multilateral institution signed two funding support with Trinidad and Tobago, one for US$ 100 million and the second for US$ 50 million. The first one will help to mitigate the economic impact of COVID-19, and the second one will contribute to finance the operational health emergency response. CAF -Development Bank of Latin America- signed… [Read More]
Uganda: New $300 million to close COVID-19 Financing Gap and support Economy Recover
New $300 million budget support has been announced by the World Bank to boost Ugandan Government’s capacity to prevent, detect and treat the coronavirus, protect the poor and vulnerable population, and support economic recovery. The Uganda COVID-19 Economic Crisis and Recovery Development Policy Financing is the first budget support operation in more than 6 years… [Read More]
$50 million Grant Pool towards Sierra Leone’s flagship program for Free Quality School Education
The World Bank approved a $50 million grant to support the Government of Sierra Leone’s flagship program for Free Quality School Education launched in 2018. The Free Education Project will support some initial COVID-19 response activities, including provision of distance learning and communication campaigns on prevention. The project will help address these challenges, as well… [Read More]
World Bank supports Seychelles with $15 million to mitigate Impact of Covid-19
The World Bank approved a $15 million support for the Republic of Seychelles’ response to the economic and social fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Development Policy Lending will help enhance the country’s response mechanisms in health, social protection and the private sector, and to support the country’s post-crisis recovery through strengthened financial systems and… [Read More]
