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CfA: Stanford University Fisher Family Summer Fellows Program on Democracy and Development (Deadline: 16 January 2025)

Target group: Mid-career practitioners from developing and transitioning countries working in democracy, legal, economic, or governance reform. Countries: Developing democracies worldwide, with a focus on Eurasia, Africa, and transitioning states. Short Description: This Stanford University program, hosted by the Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law, offers training for approximately 28-30 fellows in

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CfA: BOOST – Urban Future Finance Acceleration Programme (Deadline: 21 October)

Target group: Startups, micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, social enterprises, non-profits, academic institutions, and municipalities. Countries: Western Balkans Short Description: BOOST: Urban Future Finance acceleration programme, powered by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Europe and Central Asia, aims to identify, develop, and scale innovative financial solutions for urban transformation. The program will onboard

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CfA: Circular Economy Academy in North Macedonia (Deadline: 27 October)

Target group: CSOs established at least 12 months prior to the application deadline Countries: North Macedonia Short Description: The Circular Economy Academy, part of the EU- funded project “Civil Society and Youth for Inclusive and Sustainable Development through Circular Economy in North Macedonia”, is a seven-month program designed for CSOs seeking to develop innovative ideas

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CfA: DCAF Young Faces 2024-2025 (Deadline: 31 October)

Target group: Individuals passionate about cybersecurity and policymaking, particularly those interested in governance issues related to cyber violence and security Countries: Western Balkans Short Description: The Young Faces 2024-2025 educational programme provides a unique opportunity to learn about cybersecurity governance, focusing on the intersection of cybersecurity, cyber violence, and human rights. Participants will engage with

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CfA: 15th EESC Civil Society Prize (Deadline: 7 November)

Target group: Non-profit initiatives by individuals, civil society organizations, and private companies registered in the EU Countries: EU member states Short Description: This prize rewards innovative initiatives combating harmful polarisation in European society, promoting European identity and shared values. The total prize is 50 000 EUR, shared among up to five winners. Duration: N/A Link

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CfA: RCC Butterfly Innovation Award 2024 (Deadline: 10 October)

Target group: Young innovators and teams from the Western Balkans (average team age < 35) Countries: Western Balkans Short Description: The Butterfly Innovation Award offers 30 000 EUR for innovative solutions in six categories: industry, green innovation, STEM, youth, university, and women’s innovation. Each category winner will receive 5 000 EUR. Projects must demonstrate a

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CfA: RECAS Fellowship Program (Deadline: 15 October)

Target group: Early Career Researchers (PhD holders or candidates in later stages of study, within 5 years of obtaining PhD) Countries: Worldwide Short Description: The RECAS Fellowship Program invites Early Career Researchers to conduct research or develop projects at one of the Centers for Advanced Studies in the Western Balkans. Fellows receive support from universities

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CfA: 15th EESC Civil Society Prize (Deadline: 7 November)

Target group: Non-profit initiatives by individuals, CSOs, and private companies registered in the EU Countries: EU member states Short Description: This prize rewards innovative initiatives combating harmful polarisation in European society, promoting European identity and shared values. The total prize is 50 000 EUR, shared among up to five winners. Duration: N/A Link to more

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CfA: RISE Journey 5: Call for Young Social Entrepreneurs in the Western Balkans (Deadline: 20 September)

Target group: Young people aged between 16 and 35 from the Western Balkans (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro, and Serbia) determined to make a difference in their community. Countries: Western Balkans Short Description: The RISE Journey program helps young people in the Western Balkans turn their ideas into sustainable social enterprises. The

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CfA: CAN Europe Western Balkans Youth Climate Forum 2024 (Deadline: 20 September)

Target group: Young participants from the Western Balkans Six countries (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia) Countries: Western Balkans Short Description: The Forum will bring together teams of young participants from the Western Balkans countries to explore critical topics related to climate and energy, climate diplomacy and climate negotiations. The program

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