There is a HOT NEW WAY to upgrade your CV and build your network . . . the best part? It's absolutely free!

Whether you are a business person, working professional, or student - In your spare time, please apply for free open grants, fellowships, conferences, workshops, and competitions online. Most of them are fully funded international opportunities - This trend is doubly important with the current academic glut and high unemployment rates worldwide.


We at www.transenergize.com will give you our nairaland friends - daily updates on the best-selected opportunities World Wide!


*** Follow this Topic & Please be Free to ask question . . .

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Also see a list of other Open grants, scholarships, and invitations for the week shared from around the world . . . http://transenergize.com/2017/03/18/free-open-updates-grants-scholarships-invitations-competitions-wk12/

AFRICA PRIZE FOR ENGINEERING INNOVATION

The Africa Prize encourages ambitious and talented sub-Saharan African engineers from all disciplines to apply their skills to develop scalable solutions to local challenges, highlighting the importance of engineering as an enabler of improved quality of life and economic development.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/29/africa-prize-for-engineering-innovation/

Crucial commercialisation support is awarded to a shortlist of innovative applicants through a six-month period of training and mentoring.

GO GREEN 2017 – STUDENT COMPETITION BY SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC

Go Green in the City welcomes participants from around the world. You are invited to join the premier student competition for sustainable energy solutions. The winning team will receive a job offer from Schneider Electric and an opportunity to visit Schneider Electric offices around the world.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/29/go-green-in-the-city-2017-students-competition-by-schneider-electric/
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GERMAN WESTERWELLE YOUNG FOUNDERS PROGRAMME 2017

If you are a young entrepreneur here in Africa - This is for You! The Westerwelle Foundation is looking for entrepreneurs from developing and emerging countries to participate in its Young Founders Programme.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/29/german-westerwelle-young-founders-programme-2017/

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AFRICAN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARDS 2017 – BMCE Bank

The African Entrepreneurship Award offers $1 million to all eligible African entrepreneurs with an existing business or just an idea for one.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/12/african-entrepreneurship-awards-2017-bmce-bank/

The Award Journey is made up of 4 rounds of mentoring and starts by you taking a few minutes to submit an idea for Round 1.
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INTERNATIONAL YOUTH ESSAY CONTEST – GOI Peace Foundation

This one is all about your writing skills and clear thinking! for people under 25!

This annual essay contest is organized in an effort to harness the energy, creativity and initiative of the world’s youth in promoting a culture of peace and sustainable development.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/24/international-youth-essay-contest-goi-peace-foundation/

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ZUNDE AFRICA FUND FOR STUDENT-ENTREPRENEURS 2017

Are you an ambitious, smart, dedicated and passionate youth entrepreneur? Do you have a business that you’ve successfully launched or that you are thinking of launching? Do you need additional investors for your business?

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/24/zunde-africa-fund-for-student-entrepreneurs-2017/
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WESTERN UNION FOUNDATION GLOBAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The Western Union Foundation Global Scholarship Program, also referred to as WU Scholars, is a program designed to support young people and their efforts to pursue a post-secondary education.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/17/western-union-foundation-global-scholarship-2017/
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YOUTH CITIZEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP COMPETITION

The Youth Citizen Entrepreneurship Competition is a global programme and an online platform, which supports the implementation of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/24/youth-citizen-entrepreneurship-competition/

Young people from around the world are invited to submit their innovative ideas and projects with a societal impact.
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never hesitate to apply for these in your spare time, you learn and gain a lot from these experiences!!!

WORLD SUMMIT AWARDS - FOR DIGITAL & ICT PROJECTS

The World Summit Award is a unique awards system, selecting and promoting local digital innovation with high social impact.

SEE MORE - http://transenergize.com/2017/04/03/world-summit-awards-for-digital-and-ict-projects/

WSA is strictly restricted to digital projects with a strong impact on society

Any company, organization or individual from all UN and UNESCO member state are welcome to apply
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GLOBAL YOUTH EMPOWERMENT FUND

The Global Youth Empowerment Fund is an initiative to empower young people around the world to impact their communities by investing in grassroots, community projects.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/04/03/global-youth-empowerment-fund/

Proposals of up to USD5,000
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OPEC YOUNG PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (***deadline April 10, 2017)

The Young Professional Development Program (YPDP) is a structured 2-3 year program that has been designed to attract and develop young professionals from OFID’s Member Countries . . .

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/16/opec-young-professional-development-program/

OFID - OPEC Fund for International Development
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AFRICA DAY 2017 WRITING COMPETITION

Irish Aid and The Irish Times have joined up again to promote aspiring, emerging and established writers, to celebrate Africa Day 2017!

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/17/africa-day-2017-writing-competition/

Writers are invited to submit a short story or poem with an African theme, set in either Ireland or Africa.
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WORLD BANK GROUP ANALYST PROGRAM 2017

The World Bank Group Analyst Program is a new and unique opportunity for exceptionally talented young people with a passion for international development.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/04/06/world-bank-group-analyst-program-2017/

Open to young people worldwide.
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B.creative challenge 2017 – FOR ARTISTS AND CREATIVE ENTREPRENEURS

The aim of the b.creative challenge is to foster new ideas in an international endeavor to handle issues like – growing poverty rates, social cohesion, access to education and digital literacy, mental and physical wellbeing, transport and people’s mobility, new food and sustainable agriculture, climate change and environmental protection.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/04/06/b-creative-challenge-2017-artists-cultural-and-creative-entrepreneurs/
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DHL Ideas Challenge

Make your ideas become a reality with the world’s leading logistics company. We are excited to announce that the 2017 DHL Innovation Challenge will focus on the important trend of Sharing Economy Logistics – Creating Shared and Accessible Solutions for the Logistics Industry.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/17/dhl-ideas-challenge-2017/

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INTERNSHIP with the World Trade Organization

The WTO Secretariat maintains a limited internship program for post-graduate university students wishing to gain practical experience and deeper knowledge of the multilateral trading system. Only a limited number of such internship posts is available . . . http://transenergize.com/2017/04/06/internship-with-the-world-trade-organization/

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UNILEVER FUTURE LEADERS PROGRAMME (Application is Open)

This 3-year Graduate Programme is designed to prepare Unilever’s Future Leaders (UFL) by giving them challenging jobs/roles that prepare them for business leadership roles. The Programme encompasses rotations within and across functions in an accelerated learning environment.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/04/08/unilever-future-leaders-programme/

This includes international stints, extended leadership contact, formal training and professional development
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ADELAIDE International Scholarship in Australia (Fully Funded)

The University of Adelaide offers Adelaide Scholarships International (ASI) – to attract high quality overseas postgraduate students to areas of research strength in the University of Adelaide to support its research effort. The University of Adelaide is the third-oldest university in Australia. It is associated with five Nobel laureates and 104 Rhodes scholars - http://transenergize.com/2017/04/08/adelaide-international-scholarships-in-australia/

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START-UP OPEN 2017 - Global Competition for Young Entrepreneurs

Startup Open is a global competition that is open to entrepreneurs from any industry with a new business that has yet to raise any outside capital from angel investors, venture capital firms or other formal sources of seed funding.

SEE More - http://transenergize.com/2017/04/08/global-competition-for-young-entrepreneurs-startup-open-2017/

One winner of Startup Open receives an all expenses paid trip to Istanbul, Turkey where they will receive VIP delegate credentials to the Global Entrepreneurship Congress in March 2018

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GLF Photo Competition (Worldwide)

This year’s photo competition is open to anyone and everyone, whether you are a professional photographer or a casual enthusiast.

See More - http://transenergize.com/2017/04/08/global-landscapes-forum-photo-worldwide/

To participate, photographers must first upload their photos to the landscapes.org website to be considered for the jury’s choice award. Once your photo has been approved and uploaded to our website, you can then begin promoting your work on social media platforms.

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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS – Internet society 25 under 25

Know someone between the ages of 13-25 who is passionate about using the Internet to make a difference? Nominate them for this award to encourage them.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/29/call-for-nominations-internet-society-25-under-25/

As the Internet Society turns 25 this year, they are celebrating the past and looking ahead to the next 25.

SUMMARY of FREE Open – grants, scholarships, invitations & competitions (wk12)

Here is our weekly digest of select grants, funding opportunities, competitions, scholarships, fellowships and conferences open in different parts of the world. These opportunities open doors for business people, students and development professionals who are keen on enjoying completely empowering new experiences and grow a valuable international network.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/03/18/free-open-updates-grants-scholarships-invitations-competitions-wk12/

The list is organised in three sections – grants, business funding opportunities and other open invitations.

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STUDY IN CHINA – Ministry of Commerce Scholarships 2017 (Fully Funded)

MOFCOM Scholarship is set up by Ministry of Commerce of People’s Republic of China to further strengthen the communication and cooperation between China and other countries as well as to develop talents for developing countries.

See more - http://transenergize.com/2017/04/12/study-in-china-ministry-of-commerce-scholarships-2017-fully-funded/

To be eligible, applicants must be a citizen of a country other than the People’s Republic of China

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GREEN TALENTS COMPETITION 2017, Germany (Fully Funded)

Are you an up-and-coming scientist with innovative ideas and a strong focus on sustainable development? Does your research have the potential to change the world? Convince high-ranking expert jury and become one of the 25 Green Talents 2017

Open to applicants from any part of the world . . . http://transenergize.com/2017/04/12/green-talents-competition-2017-germany-fully-funded/

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FOR Young Journalists/Bloggers - German Fellowship (Fully Funded)

In an effort to keep the public informed on life-changing scientific breakthroughs, the Falling Walls Fellowship for Journalists was created. It is aimed at journalists and bloggers with at least three years of experience, and who hope to advance their knowledge in the area of sciences.

More detail - http://transenergize.com/2017/04/12/falling-walls-fellowship-for-journalistsbloggers-germany-fully-funded/

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