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187 open opportunities
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- FellowshipOpen
Human Rights Advocates Program (HRAP) 2027/2028 at Columbia University (Scholarships Available).
Columbia University programme in New York for practising human rights advocates, with scholarships available.
- All sectors
Variable amount
Closes on 15 October 2026D−29 - GrantOpen
University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars Program (UMAPS) 2027 for Study in the United States (Fully Funded)
Application Deadline: October 15, 2026 Applications are now open for the 2027 University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars Program. The University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars (UMAPS) Fellowship 2027 is now accepting… The post University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars Program (UMAPS) 2027 for Study in the United States (Fully Funded) appeared first on Opportunities For Africans .
- Health
- Education
Variable amount
Closes on 15 October 2026D−29 - FellowshipOpen
2027 Mohamed Ali Foundation Fellowship at Durham University
The Mohamed Ali Foundation is inviting applications for its 2027 Fellowship Programme, hosted at Durham University, UK. The fellowship supports scholars undertaking research on the Abbas Hilmi II Papers, a significant archival collection relating to the reign of Khedive Abbas Hilmi II and an important period in Egyptian history and East-West relations. The 2027 fellowship […] The post 2027 Mohamed Ali Foundation Fellowship at Durham University appeared first on Opportunities for Youth .
Variable amount
Closes on 20 October 2026D−34 - GrantOpen
World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ) 2027 Travel Fellowship for Journalists (Fully Funded to London, United Kingdom)
Application Deadline: 23 October 2026 Applications are now open for the 2027 World Conference of Science Journalists Travel Fellowship. The WCSJ2027 Travel Fellowships support journalists (journalism may be their primary… The post World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ) 2027 Travel Fellowship for Journalists (Fully Funded to London, United Kingdom) appeared first on Opportunities For Africans .
Variable amount
Closes on 23 October 2026D−37 - GrantOpen
Whitley Awards 2027 for Grassroots Conservation Leaders (£50,000 prize)
Deadline: October 30, 2026 Applications are open for the Whitley Awards 2027 for Grassroots Conservation Leaders. Awarded annually, Whitley Awards recognise grassroots conservation leaders, providing funding to support and scale up proven, science-based solutions that deliver lasting impact for both people and nature. Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is a fundraising and grant-giving nature conservation [...]
- Environment
50,000 GBP
Closes on 30 October 2026D−44 - GrantOpen
Whitley Awards 2027 for mid-career conservationists in the Global South (£50,000)
Application Deadline: 30 October 2026. Applications are now open for the 2027 Whitley Awards. Whitley Awards fund grassroots conservation leaders in the Global South and put an international spotlight on winners’ work. …
50,000 GBP
Closes on 30 October 2026D−44 - GrantOpen
Machine Alignment Transparency & Security (MATS) Residency Program 2027
Deadline: October 31, 2026 Applications are open for the Machine Alignment Transparency & Security (MATS) Residency Program 2027. The MATS Program seeks individuals who are deeply motivated by AI alignment, transparency, and security, and who are equipped with the skills and mindset to contribute to cutting-edge research. The Residency is for people who have already [...]
Variable amount
Closes on 31 October 2026D−45 - GrantOpen
The University of Cape Town MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 2027 for study in South Africa (Fully Funded)
Application Deadline: 31 October 2026 Applications are now open for the 2027 University of Cape Town MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides scholarships to academically talented… The post The University of Cape Town MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 2027 for study in South Africa (Fully Funded) appeared first on Opportunities For Africans .
Variable amount
Closes on 31 October 2026D−45 - FellowshipOpen
MATS Residency Winter 2027: Fully Funded AI Safety Research Opportunity for Talented Researchers Worldwide
The MATS Residency Winter 2027 is inviting talented individuals from around the world to apply for its upcoming intake, offering an opportunity to pursue ambitious research and safety-relevant projects focused on reducing catastrophic risks from advanced artificial intelligence. The Residency is designed for people who can demonstrate strong research ability and the potential to produce […] The post MATS Residency Winter 2027: Fully Funded AI Safety Research Opportunity for Talented Researchers Worldwide appeared first on Opportunities for Youth .
Variable amount
Closes on 31 October 2026D−45 - FellowshipOpen
World Future Policy Award 2027: Call for Nominations for Education for Sustainable Development in Cities
The World Future Council (WFC) has opened nominations for the World Future Policy Award (WFPA) 2027, focusing on Education for Sustainable Development in Cities. The prestigious global policy award seeks outstanding laws, policies, provisions and frameworks that use education, lifelong learning and community participation to help cities become more inclusive, sustainable, resilient and peaceful. Unlike […] The post World Future Policy Award 2027: Call for Nominations for Education for Sustainable Development in Cities appeared first on Opportunities for Youth .
- Education
- Environment
Variable amount
Closes on 31 October 2026D−45 - GrantOpen
International Physics Competition: Education Program & Talent Search 2026 (up to $1,500)
Deadline: November 1, 2026 Applications for the International Physics Competition: Education Program & Talent Search 2026 are now open. The “International Physics Competition: Education Program & Talent Search in Physics” (IPhyC) is a global physics challenge designed for high school and university students who are curious about how the universe works. As an accessible, research-oriented, [...]
- Education
1,500 USD
Closes on 1 November 2026D−46 - GrantOpen
The Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027/2028 for PhD or Post-doctoral research in STEM (USD 50,000 per year grant).
Application Deadline: November 7th, 2026 Applications are now open for the 2027/2028 Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships. The Faculty for the Future program, launched in 2004, awards fellowships… The post The Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027/2028 for PhD or Post-doctoral research in STEM (USD 50,000 per year grant). appeared first on Opportunities For Africans .
50,000 USD
Closes on 7 November 2026D−52