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The 2026 Summer School, a partnership between the WHO Regional Office for Europe, Université Côte d’Azur, and Ulysseus European University, is designed to enhance practical capacity in applying systems thinking to public health challenges, specifically NCD prevention and healthy ageing. Participants will engage in interactive sessions, hands-on exercises, and applied project work from 21-24 July 2026 in Nice, France. The curriculum, facilitated by WHO specialists and international experts, covers core systems thinking concepts, NCD prevention methods, policy scenario development, and translating research into policy. Learning objectives include developing a conceptual understanding of systems thinking, identifying and analyzing NCD/healthy ageing issues, innovating within complex systems, and strengthening skills for evidence-informed decision-making. The program targets a maximum of 30 PhD students and early-to-mid career professionals from various public health-related domains. While tuition is free and some meals are covered, participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation.

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UNIDO is recruiting for various global internships for the 2025-2026 period, targeting graduate students and recent graduates. These full-time, unpaid positions are available in diverse fields such as industrial development, human resources management, innovative finance, digitalization, and regional program support across offices in India, Austria, Viet Nam, Uruguay, and Colombia. Interns will gain practical experience in UN operations and contribute to UNIDO's mission of sustainable industrial development. Key requirements generally include relevant academic background, strong analytical and communication skills, and English proficiency, with additional languages often considered an asset. The application process involves submitting a CV, cover letter, and proof of enrollment/degree through UNIDO's official internship portal, followed by potential online interviews for selected candidates.

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The 2026 Science Without Borders® Challenge is an international art competition for students aged 11-19, focusing on ocean conservation through artistic expression. Organized by the Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation, the challenge encourages participants to create artwork centered on the theme "Microscopic Marine Life." This theme emphasizes the critical, often unseen, role of tiny organisms like phytoplankton and zooplankton in ocean ecosystems, oxygen production, nutrient cycling, and climate regulation. Eligibility requires students to be currently enrolled in primary or secondary school (or home-school equivalent) and not in a college/university program. Submissions are judged in two age categories (Junior: 11-14; Senior: 15-19). Winners in each category receive cash scholarships: $500 for 1st place, $350 for 2nd, and $200 for 3rd, with an additional $50 People's Choice Award. The application process is entirely online, requiring an entry form, a high-quality image of the artwork, and parental consent for those under 13. Crucially, while submissions are digital, semi-finalists must mail in their original physical artwork for final judging. The contest explicitly states that only original, 2-dimensional hand-created artworks (paintings, drawings, illustrations) are accepted; digital artwork, photography, 3D pieces, collaborative, or AI-assisted submissions are not eligible.

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Mercy Corps Ventures (MCV) has launched the AI for Financial Resilience Initiative, a global program designed to accelerate innovations that address financial service gaps for unbanked, underbanked, and climate-vulnerable populations. The initiative offers up to $50,000 in equity-free funding. It targets solutions leveraging AI, blockchain, and other emerging technologies to expand financial inclusion (e.g., insurance, credit scoring, savings, remittances), enhance economic resilience (e.g., parametric credit, tokenized savings, anticipatory cash transfers), and foster trust in digital finance. Primary beneficiaries include low-income individuals, women, immigrants, and micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in emerging markets, with a specific geographic focus on Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

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The 2026 Future Conservationist Award is designed to empower early-career conservationists by providing project funding of up to 15,000 USD and access to a global support ecosystem. This initiative aims to foster emerging conservation leaders capable of designing and delivering impactful initiatives that protect globally threatened species and strengthen community-led conservation efforts. Beyond financial support, awardees become part of a global Alumni Network, which provides ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to advance long-term conservation careers. Projects must focus on species identified by the IUCN Red List or those with urgent conservation needs. Key themes for projects include climate impact, habitat restoration, social development, Indigenous community participation, and environmental policy. Projects should have a duration of 3 to 12 months, take place in an eligible country, and involve a team of at least three early-career members (maximum five years of professional experience), who are typically nationals of the project country. Proposals are expected to demonstrate strong local engagement, evidence-based approaches, and a clear strategy addressing both ecological and community dimensions of conservation challenges, with potential for long-term positive impact.

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The Friends of Princeton University Library (FPUL) Research Grants are short-term awards for scholars, independent researchers, and cultural heritage professionals. The primary goal is to facilitate on-site research using Princeton University Library's extensive and unique special collections, including rare books, manuscripts, archives, and distinct materials housed in libraries like the Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library, Marquand Library of Art and Archaeology, and the East Asian Library (Gest Collection). Grants typically range from two to four weeks and provide up to $6,000, plus transportation costs, to cover travel and living expenses. Applicants must present original, focused projects with a clear dependency on these unique materials. Beyond the general FPUL grant, several specialized funds exist for specific research areas (e.g., Hellenic studies, graphic arts, children's literature, Portuguese-speaking cultures, Age of Revolution/Enlightenment). Additionally, the Will Noel Innovative Cultural Heritage Research Grant supports projects that leverage advanced imaging technologies (photometric systems, MSI, RTI, photogrammetry) available in Princeton’s Digital Studio to democratize access to cultural heritage materials. The application cycle for 2026–2027 opens on October 13, 2025, and closes on January 14, 2026, with notifications in April 2026. Prior grant recipients are eligible to reapply for new projects.

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The International Climate Initiative (IKI) provides diverse funding for projects focusing on climate mitigation, adaptation, and biodiversity conservation globally. Its funding philosophy combines competitive selection (IKI Compete) for various project scales (Large, Medium, Small Grants) and non-competitive mechanisms (IKI Invest) for strategic project development and leveraging private capital. Eligible applicants range from regional/national/local organizations in ODA-eligible countries for Small Grants, to non-profit organizations and companies with German establishments partnering with local entities for Medium Grants, and consortia of multiple organizations/companies for Large Grants. All funding instruments operate within the IKI Strategy 2030 framework, which defines thematic priorities and selection principles. Key benefits include substantial financial support for transformative climate and conservation initiatives, fostering international and local partnerships, and strengthening multilateral cooperation.

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The University of Exeter is offering fully funded EPSRC Doctoral Landscape Award (DLA) PhD studentships for the 2026/27 academic year. These awards target exceptional candidates for interdisciplinary research projects that involve industrial or societal collaborations, aligning with EPSRC's broad remit. The university emphasizes its strong research environment, with significant investments in Science and Engineering, and high REF 2021 ratings. Successful candidates will join a vibrant postgraduate research community with access to cutting-edge facilities and academic staff. The funding package is comprehensive, covering living costs, tuition, and research expenses for up to 3.5 years. Applicants must meet specific academic qualifications (First or Upper Second Class Honours, or equivalent) and UKRI residency requirements. The application process requires submission of project-specific applications, including a personal statement, CV, transcripts, and two references, by the January 12, 2026 deadline.

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The AU–EU Youth Action Lab 2026 is a significant funding opportunity for youth-led initiatives from eligible African and European countries. Its core objective is to empower young people to address global challenges, foster stronger ties between youth across both continents, and integrate youth perspectives into AU and EU policy dialogues. The program is built on a 'powershifting' approach, ensuring that youth are at the center of decision-making through a dedicated Youth Advisory Board. It also prioritizes building the organizational capacity and long-term resilience of youth initiatives, supported by streamlined application and reporting processes. Projects can choose from four distinct grant types: Innovation (for creative solutions), Entrepreneurship (for social enterprises and job creation), Representation (for marginalized youth and advocacy), and Cooperation (for joint African-European advocacy efforts). Each grant has a maximum duration of 12 months.

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The Sage Impact Entrepreneurship Program 2026, a collaboration between Village Capital and Sage Foundation, targets early-stage European startups committed to social, environmental, and economic impact. Its primary objective is to cultivate a community of visionary entrepreneurs capable of creating systemic change, particularly addressing urgent climate change impacts in Europe. The program offers two cohorts: a Core Cohort for 12 early-stage, under-resourced European startups (UK, France, Germany, Portugal, Spain) and a Community Cohort for an additional 15. Core Cohort participants receive extensive benefits including customized mentoring, Sage product support, grant funding (up to USD 85K for top performers), specialized training, financial coaching, networking with US investors, and a travel stipend for a London summit. Both cohorts gain access to a digital platform, asynchronous tools, exposure, and two years of post-program support. Eligibility requires market-based solutions in specific sustainability and equity verticals, a minimum viable product, less than USD 1.5M in equity raised, and demonstrated customer or business validation. The program emphasizes accelerating growth and scalability to foster environmentally responsible practices, reduce emissions, stimulate green economic growth, and address systemic social challenges.