Across regions still navigating conflict and transition, communities face urgent challenges — from corruption and extremism to fragile institutions and human rights violations. Civil society plays a vital role in building trust, promoting inclusion, and advancing peace. This opportunity provides direct support for grassroots and regional initiatives that foster democratic governance, strengthen reconciliation, empower youth […]
Human Rights
Standing Against Transnational Repression
Authoritarian regimes are increasingly reaching across borders to silence and intimidate diaspora communities, dissidents, journalists, and human rights defenders. These acts of transnational repression threaten safety, freedom, and the very principles of democracy worldwide. This global funding call seeks bold initiatives that strengthen coordination, build capacity among governments, law enforcement, and civil society, and protect […]
Innovation for Peace and Human Dignity
In a world facing conflict, humanitarian crises, and fragile societies, innovation can be a powerful force for resilience. From life‑saving technologies to youth‑led initiatives, PeaceTech is redefining how communities build stability, protect human rights, and advance dignity for all. This global prize celebrates entrepreneurs, engineers, programmers, scientists, startups, accelerators, and humanitarian organisations who are harnessing […]
Training to Advance SRHR Litigation in Africa
Across the continent, vulnerable groups continue to face barriers in accessing justice for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights. This intensive training responds to those gaps by equipping practitioners with practical litigation skills to challenge violations, strengthen accountability, and enforce remedies through national and regional human rights mechanisms. Participants will gain expertise in strategic litigation, […]
Fellowship to Combat Weaponised Language & Online Hate
Across digital spaces, harmful narratives and weaponised language fuel division, incitement, and violence. This fellowship empowers data scientists to confront these challenges by mapping slurs, slogans, and hate speech patterns, while building structured lexicons aligned with global human rights standards. Selected fellows will work on tracking online hate campaigns, analysing dehumanisation narratives, and developing NLP […]
Africa Innovation for Nature, Biodiversity & Inclusive Economies
Across the continent, young people are rising to confront urgent challenges — from inequality and climate change to ethical supply chains and biodiversity loss. Their creativity and vision are essential to building inclusive economies and sustainable futures. This competition invites students to design solutions in ethical value chains, human rights impact, AI for sustainability, and […]
Global: $20K – Women Human Rights Defenders
Around the world, women defending human rights face immense risks — from threats to their safety to restrictions on their freedom to work and live openly. Yet their courage continues to inspire hope and drive change in communities where rights are under attack. This award recognizes extraordinary leaders advancing the rights of women and children […]
South Africa: €1M+ EU Grants – Civil Society & Just Transition
Around the world, inequality, shrinking civic space, and climate transitions are reshaping communities — often leaving the most vulnerable behind. From gender injustice to environmental pressures, the need for stronger, more inclusive systems has never been more urgent. A major international funding opportunity is now backing civil society organisations that are driving change where it […]
India: Legislative Engagement for Children’s Rights
Children’s futures are shaped not only by families and communities but also by the policies and decisions made in legislative halls. Yet too often, their voices remain unheard in critical debates on health, education, climate, and protection. This initiative seeks to change that by strengthening accountability and embedding child rights as a cross-party priority. Through […]
Africa: CRE Grants – $5K for Community Rights in Critical Minerals
As the global demand for resources like lithium, cobalt, and copper accelerates, communities across Africa face mounting pressures from large-scale investment and extractive projects. These ventures often bring risks to human rights, local livelihoods, and environmental sustainability — leaving grassroots groups struggling to protect their futures. This opportunity empowers community-driven initiatives to stand strong. Support […]
