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Are you a passionate young African leader with a message about mental well-being? Do you have practical tips for managing stress, anxiety, or another mental health topic? The Office of the African Union (AU) Chairperson's Youth Envoy, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum's Global Shapers Community, has launched a unique opportunity for young mental health advocates across Africa and the diaspora. This initiative is tied to the upcoming SHAPE Africa Youth Summit, scheduled to take place from November 14-16, 2024, at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Young African leaders passionate about mental health advocacy are invited to apply for this exciting chance. The selected individuals will be offered full sponsorship to attend the summit and take part in a dedicated Mental Health Baraza workshop, aimed at sparking meaningful dialogue on mental well-being. Whether you have tips on coping with stress, anxiety, or any other mental health challenges, your insights could inspire others to prioritize their mental health. In recognition of Mental Health Month, the Office of the AU Youth Envoy is seeking dedicated individuals to join the team of #ICanSurvive Youth Champions. Apply Here : https://lnkd.in/dCkBjfyp Application Deadline: 19 October 2024

Call for Applications: Action for Women’s Health 2024! Applications are invited for the Action for Women’s Health 2024. Pivotal, a Melinda French Gates organization, launched Action for Women’s Health, a $250 million global open call that will fund organizations around the world that are improving women’s mental and physical health. Action for Women’s Health will support an array of organizations—of diverse geographies, sizes, perspectives, and approaches—united by their work to improve the mental and physical health of women. This initiative seeks to open access to funding streams to organizations and groups that historically have not had access to them. Eligibility Eligible organizations serve women and have a record of improving women’s mental or physical health. They should center equity in their approach and be poised to scale their work to strengthen the health of more women. Organizations from around the world are invited to apply. Apply Here : https://lnkd.in/gQZsysVV Deadline : 03 December 2024

🚨Call for Applications : Advanced Short Course on Advocacy for Digital Health Justice. The Advocacy for Digital Health Justice course aims to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to advocate for digital health justice. In today's digital world, technology has the potential to revolutionize healthcare but also presents significant challenges. This course addresses the urgent need for professionals who understand the intersection of health, law, technology, and social justice, empowering them to navigate the complexities of digital health systems effectively. The course will be delivered online for a period of one week (18-22 November 2024) Apply to be part of the First Cohort : https://lnkd.in/dnmVtZ3m Application Deadline : 08 November 2024

AVEVA EcoTech Emerge Challenge 2024 for Undergraduate and Master's Students. Are you ready to make a real impact on the world? The EcoTech Emerge 2024 Challenge is your chance to share innovative ideas that drive the global industry towards a sustainable, net-zero future. AVEVA is calling on you to think big and bring forward the brightest software ideas that will help industries overcome the challenges they face in achieving Net Zero. Whether it’s through innovative energy management, smarter resource usage, or any other game-changing approach, your creativity could be the key to unlocking a sustainable future. Apply Here : https://lnkd.in/dTwR5MCi Deadline : 04 November 2024.

Call for Applications: Code Hive Free Software Course for Young African Women 2024–2025. CodeHive is the AkiraChix signature program. It is a one-year fully sponsored residential hands-on technical training program. It provides education and economic opportunity to young women from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds who have completed high school but are unable to further their education due to financial constraints. ELIGIBILITY Applicants must meet these minimum requirements after completing high school: Completed High School no later than Dec 2023. Possess a high school results slip. Fluent in spoken and written English. Be a citizen of Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia or come from the refugee communities in Kenya. Apply Here: :https://lnkd.in/d7QE82je

Job Opportunity: Luminos Fund is hiring a Proposal & Grant Manager! The Luminos Fund (www.luminosfund.org) a fast-growing international non-profit bringing education opportunities to the world’s most vulnerable children, seeks an experienced Proposal & Grant Manager to further expand their fundraising and grant management efforts. The ideal candidate is a proactive, collaborative team-player and talented writer who is adept at grant writing, complex proposal development, and grants management. This full-time position can be based anywhere in the GMT -5 to +3 time zones (e.g., Boston, London, Addis Ababa, etc.) The role may involve limited travel, including to challenging contexts in low-income countries. Apply Here : https://lnkd.in/daXJw7xP

Job Opportunity: Luminos Fund is hiring a Senior Program Analyst! The Luminos Fund (www.luminosfund.org), a fast-growing international non-profit bringing education opportunities to the world’s most vulnerable children, is looking for a dynamic Senior Program Analyst to be part of its Teaching and Learning team. This team is responsible for developing curricula and teaching materials, supporting teacher training, and building capability across the organization. This position calls for experience developing structured pedagogy materials to improve foundational learning in low-income countries. This is a full-time role that may be based in one of their offices in Accra, Addis Ababa, Banjul, London, Monrovia, or remotely in a time zone from GMT to GMT+6. The role is open for in person, hybrid, or remote work. Apply here : https://lnkd.in/dR9jiMNU

🎓 Digital Governance Scholarship: Applications are open! 📚 Interested in tackling the policy challenges posed by digitalisation and AI? The Hertie School offers two full scholarships worth €37,500 for Master of Public Policy (MPP) students eager to explore this critical field. Apply to the MPP programme by December 1st (Early Bird), January 15th (non-EU), or February 15th (EU). Submit a personal statement upon admission Learn more and apply today! https://lnkd.in/eSg-U3iN

🚀 Applications for the Singapore International Graduate Award #SINGA are now open! UNDP is excited to be partnering A*STAR Graduate Academy this year to fully fund international #PhD students immobilizing photocatalytic nanomaterials in hierarchical porous lignocellulose aerogels for volatile organic compounds (VOC) removal to address #airpollution! A big thank you to National Research Foundation Singapore for funding this scholarship! Apply now to be part of Singapore’s dynamic research ecosystem in three simple steps:   1. Access SINGA Webpage and prepare two nominated referees, your personal identification and academic transcripts 2. Indicate the UNDP A*STAR SINGA project titled “Biomimetic lignocellulose aerogels for catalytic degradation of volatile organic compounds” under the supervision of Dan Kai from A*STAR 3. Prepare for interview (shortlisted candidates will be notified via email about 12 weeks from closing date) Application closes on 1 December 2024: for.edu.sg/singa9a

FREE ONLINE COURSE ANNOUNCEMENT. APHRC invites professionals working on research or programming in Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), Gender-Based Violence, or similar areas to enroll in a self-paced, 10-module online course on collecting and using data for policy and programs. The course is delivered via the Virtual Academy with support from the Spotlight Initiative. Participants need reliable internet, a device (laptop, tablet, or smartphone), and can complete the course in four weeks with a daily commitment of two hours. COLLECTION, ANALYSIS, AND USE OF DATA ON VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS (ENGLISH) - OCTOBER 14 TH OCTOBER - 18TH NOVEMBER 2024 • Registration Deadline: October 11, 2024 using the link : https://buff.ly/3U0WlDS • Cost: Free • Duration: 4 weeks • Queries: aphrctraining@aphrc.org