Applications are open for Dr. Fola Aina Fellowship 2026 Cohort 2. A leadership and mentorship program open to all young Nigerians between the ages of 21 and 35 years. The fellowship supports young Nigerian leaders as they spur growth and prosperity, strengthen credible governance, and enhance peace and security across Nigeria. (more…)
Applications are open for Prince Claus Fund Seed Award 2026. Each year, the Prince Claus Fund grants the Seed Award to 100 emerging artists who work in contexts where cultural expression is under pressure. The Seed Award is intended to give emerging artists the chance to amplify their practice and interests, thereby sparking a new wave of change makers. (more…)
Applications are open for TechGirls Program 2026. TechGirls is a U.S.-based summer exchange program designed to expand the talent pipeline in STEM. Young women (ages 15-17) from the United States and select countries gain valuable hands-on training leading them to pursue higher education and careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. (more…)
Applications are open for Agrifood Leadership Education Programme (ALEP) – Young Women’s Empowerment 2026. The IYWF calls for targeted action to strengthen the empowerment of women working across agrifood systems. In this context and in line with the World Food Forum (WFF) Global Youth Action Initiative (Youth Initiative)’s priority to empower young women, the WFF Youth Education Programme, in collaboration with Climate Bridges, will support the leadership and career development of more than 100 young women from countries with WFF National Youth Chapters in 2026. (more…)
Applications are open for Algalita Student Mini-Grants Program 2026. Do you have an idea to tackle plastic pollution in your school or community? The Algalita Student Mini-Grants program is here to help you make it happen! These grants empower young changemakers to design and lead projects that address the root causes of plastic pollution, while building long-term solutions in their communities. (more…)
Applications are open for Microsoft Imagine Cup Student Startup Competition 2026. Imagine Cup is where student founders turn bold ideas into solutions trusted by organizations worldwide. At every step, you’ll have access to Microsoft’s AI technologies, tailored guidance, and connections that help you refine your product and grow as a founder. Focus on a challenge aligned with one of the five Imagine Cup categories or tackle a different one altogether. (more…)
Applications are open for Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award (DAAYTA) 2026. This prestigious award continues its mission to empower young Nigerian entrepreneurs with bold, socially meaningful ideas and to support them with real resources and mentorship. Established in honor of ARM’s founding CEO, Deji Alli, DAAYTA reflects ARM’s long-standing commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility and its dedication to nurturing the next generation of changemakers.
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Applications are open for World Press Photo Contest 2026. The annual World Press Photo Contest recognizes and celebrates the best photojournalism and documentary photography produced over the last year. Entering is free and prizes include up to €11,000, inclusion in our annual traveling exhibition, and more. (more…)
Applications are open for Niger Delta Digital Summit Startup Seed Funding. If you run a tech- or digital-based startup in the Niger Delta region, you could be among the top three winners of a seed-funding prize pool worth ₦1,800,000, courtesy of the Niger Delta Digital Summit’s Startup Seed Funding Program. (more…)
