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THE OPPORTUNITIES DOCK -GRANTS
Your go-to for grants, Programmes and investment opportunities- so you don’t waste time searching.

Generation Connect Young Leadership Program
Funding: $10,000 grant | Eligibility: Youth passionate about technology, innovation, and digital development. | Description: Program providing funding and mentorship to implement digital projects. | Deadline: March 31, 2025 | Link: https://www.itu.int/generationconnect/gcylp/generation-connect-youth-envoys-application-2025/itu-generation-connect-young-leadership-programme-2025-frequently-asked-questions/

UNESCO Prize for Girls' and Women's Education
Funding: $50,000 | Eligibility: Individuals, institutions, and organizations promoting girls' and women's education. | Description: Recognizes impactful initiatives improving education for girls and women globally. | Deadline: 12 May 2025 | Link: https://www.unesco.org/en/prizes/girls-womens-education

TiE Women Program 2025
Funding: $50,000 equity-free cash prize | Eligibility: Female-founded or co-founded startups with at least 33% female equity, registered after January 1, 2018. | Description: It provides funding, mentorship, and global exposure for women entrepreneurs. | Deadline: June 15, 2025 | Link: https://www.tiewomen.org/

DRK Foundation Grant
Funding: Up to $300,000 over 3 years + $500,000 in-kind support | Eligibility: Post-pilot, mission-driven, scalable early-stage social enterprises. | Description: Offers funding and strategic mentorship to tackle social and environmental challenges. | Deadline: April 10, 2025 | Link: https://www.drkfoundation.org/apply-for-funding/what-we-fund/

iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE
Funding: €100,000 annually | Eligibility: Companies, NGOs, social enterprises, and more with SDG-aligned projects. | Description: Supports impactful design projects through funding, visibility, and communication support. | Deadline: June 3, 2025 | Link: https://ifdesign.com/en/if-social-impact-prize#Container_SIP_UN_SDGs_Categories

ROOTS Micro Grant Program 2025
10,000 USD | Eligibility: Young climate activists and changemakers. | Description: Provides micro-grants to support youth-led climate action initiatives. | Deadline: 14 April, 2025 | Link: https://poweredbyroots.org/resourcing-campaigns

RISE Urban Challenge – Global Resilience Partnership
Funding: Up to $50,000 | Eligibility: Startups, SMEs, and grassroots organizations in low- and middle-income countries. | Description: Funds urban resilience innovations, prioritizing women- and youth-led solutions. | Deadline: April 11, 2025 | Link: https://www.globalresiliencepartnership.org/now-open-resilience-innovation-through-scaling-entrepreneurship-rise-urban-challenge/

Connecting the Unconnected Funding Program
Funding: $15,000–$40,000 USD for new infrastructure; $5,000–$20,000 USD for expanding existing infrastructure. | Eligibility: Communities and organizations directly involved in planning and building local Internet infrastructure. | Description: Supports initiatives to build and expand Internet infrastructure in underserved areas. | Deadline: March 31, 2025 | Link: https://www.internetsociety.org/funding-areas/connecting-the-unconnected/

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES

Ecotrust Indigenous Leadership Awards
Eligibility: Indigenous leaders demonstrating commitment to their communities and environment. | Description: Celebrates Indigenous leaders fostering community and environmental stewardship. | Deadline: April 11th, 2025| Link: https://ecotrust.org/indigenous-leadership-awards

German Government WASCAL Scholarship for Africans 2025
Funding: Fully funded to Germany | Eligibility: African students pursuing master's or PhD programs in climate change. | Description: Scholarship supporting advanced studies in climate change and land management. | Deadline: Not specified | Link: https://wascal.org/renewable-energies/

University of Kent Alumni Postgraduate Research Scholarship
Funding: Fully funded to the UK | Eligibility: University of Kent alumni pursuing postgraduate research. | Description: Scholarship supporting alumni in advancing their research careers. | Deadline: 11tth July | Link: https://www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/search/FNADALUMNI02

United Nations Youth Office – Young Leaders for the SDGs
Funding: Not specified | Eligibility: Young leaders passionate about advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. | Description: Join a global network of youth leaders recognized for driving SDG progress. | Deadline: April 18, 2025 | Link: https://www.un.org/youthaffairs/en/engage/young-leaders-sdgs

Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025
Funding: Fully funded trip to London for winners and runners-up. | Eligibility: Open to young writers from Commonwealth countries, as well as residents of Ireland, Hong Kong, and Zimbabwe. | Description: Annual writing competition exploring the theme "Our Commonwealth Journey." | Deadline: May 23, 2025 | Link: https://www.royalcwsociety.org/essay-competition/qcec2025

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SHIP’S LOG -MUST KNOW NEWS
Stay ahead of the latest shifts in business, policy, and innovation - curated for changemakers like you.

Australia’s Climate Future Left in the Dark Ahead of National Elections
With elections approaching, Australia’s major political parties have failed to present clear climate and energy plans, leaving voters unsure about the nation’s commitment to sustainability and emissions reduction by 2035.
1. No clear stance on gas expansion and its impact on energy pricing
2. Climate law reform plans remain vague or unaddressed
3. Lack of 2035 emissions targets raises doubts about Australia's global commitments
Takeaway: Without transparent plans, Australia's climate credibility is on the line-and so is the public’s ability to vote informed. | Read More

Funding Cuts Threaten Climate-Health Research in the U.S.
The Trump administration’s decision to cut funding for research on the health impacts of climate change raises serious concerns about the country’s ability to address the public health risks from extreme weather events and worsening air quality.
1. NIH programs that track climate-induced health risks face budget cuts
2. The decision limits critical research on climate-related health challenges
3. Public health advocates warn of reduced preparedness for climate health threats
Takeaway: Cutting climate-health research funding leaves the U.S. unprepared to protect vulnerable communities. | Read More

New Study Says Climate Action Could Boost Global GDP by 2040
According to the OECD and UNDP, bold climate policies aren’t just good for the planet—they could grow the global economy by 0.2% by 2040, equivalent to Sweden’s entire output. | Read More
1. Study links clean energy investment to higher productivity
2. Climate action can unlock innovation and long-term growth
3. Delayed action may cost more than ambitious transition
Takeaway: The climate economy is real, and strong policy isn’t a cost, it’s a catalyst.

THE JARGON DECODER
Decoding complex policy terms into plain English so you can focus on making an impact.

📌 Term: Just Transition  →

A framework that ensures the shift to a greener economy doesn’t leave workers, communities, or vulnerable groups behind. It’s about creating green jobs, retraining workers from polluting industries, and making sure climate policies are fair and inclusive - especially for those most affected by change.
It’s not just about what we transition to (like renewables), but how we get there - and who’s protected along the way.

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FELLOWSHIPS
More Opportunities for you !

Women PeaceMakers Fellowship 2025-2026
Funding: $15,000 stipend | Eligibility: Peacebuilders working at the intersection of gender, peace, and conflict. | Description: Fellowship offering research opportunities and skill development in policy advocacy. | Deadline: March 30, 2025 | Link: https://krocresources.sandiego.edu/wpm-application-2025-2026

Compute for Climate Fellowship 2025
Eligibility: Climate tech start-ups utilizing cloud computing and AI. | Description: Fellowship empowering startups with resources to address climate challenges. | Deadline: June 21 | Link: https://ircai.org/ircai-and-aws-climate-fellowship/

AstraZeneca Young Health Programme Impact Fellowship
For Young leaders dedicated to advancing health equity. | Description: Fellowship providing access to a global health community and resources. | Deadline: 17 April | Link: https://www.oneyoungworld.com/scholarships/astrazeneca-yhp/2025

Africa-German Young Leaders in Business Programme 2025
Fully funded | Eligibility: Young changemakers interested in business leadership between Africa and Germany. | Description: Program fostering business leadership skills and cross-cultural exchange. | Deadline: 11 April | Link: https://agyle.land-der-ideen.de/en/apply-now

ODI Fellowship Scheme
Eligibility: Professionals seeking to work in public sector roles in developing countries. | Description: Fellowship placing candidates in government roles to build capacity. | Deadline: March 31, 2025| Link: https://careers.odi.org/en/postings/71e0a009-fd6f-4586-b5e5-0297fc7f98b0

African STARS Fellowships
Eligibility: Early-career researchers in Africa focusing on sustainability. | Description: Fellowships supporting research on sustainable transitions in Africa. | Deadline: March 31 |Link: https://www.starsfellows.africa/apply/

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

She Leads for Peace Summer School 2025
Students and young professionals interested in women's leadership and peacebuilding. | Description: Summer program aimed at refining leadership skills and expanding professional networks in peace and security. | Deadline: April 20 | Link

Executive Diploma on International Criminal Law and Transitional Justice
For Professionals seeking knowledge in international criminal law and transitional justice. | Description: Five-week online program exploring accountability mechanisms and mass human rights violations. | Deadline: September 14 | Link

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