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The British Council invites applications for its Languages Teacher Training Scholarships 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 May, 2025
Cyber Advance for Women in MENA is a transformative program designed to elevate women with STEM backgrounds into Cybersecurity roles, preparing them to combat today's digital threats with world-class expertise.
Date Posted: 08 May, 2025
Satyarthi Movement for Global Compassion (SMGC) invites applications for its immersive summer experience for college students ready to take on the world’s toughest challenges—with Compassion.
Date Posted: 06 May, 2025
Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference? The SDG4 Youth & Student Network, managed by UNESCO, is looking for the next cohort of young education leaders for 2026-2027. Apply now and be part of a global community driving change in education!
Date Posted: 06 May, 2025
Applications are invited for the Swiss Re Foundation/Bridge for Billions Changemakers Africa Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 05 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Hatch Startup Support Programme 2025. The Idea Hatch incubation programme (Hatch), an initiative by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and supported by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has become a pillar programme in supporting Nigeria's burgeoning technology and innovation ecosystem.
Date Posted: 03 May, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Claire Mathonsi Young Feminist Scholarship. In partnership with Planned Parenthood Global, the RHNK PanAfrican Conference is proud to announce the launch of the Claire Mathonsi Conference Scholarship – a fully sponsored opportunity for a young African feminist to attend the 8th RHNK Pan African AYSRHR Scientific Conference 2025 in Mombasa, Kenya.
Date Posted: 02 May, 2025
Applications are open for the 2025 MDIF Amplify Innovation and Capacity building Program. The program is aimed at assisting Kenya based independent media through capacity building, leadership-focused development, and network building within the broader East Africa media landscape.
Date Posted: 02 May, 2025
Are you a passionate communicator between the ages of 18 and 35 who believes in liberty, limited government, and a better future? If yes, you should apply for the Young Voices Contributor Program Fall 2025.
Date Posted: 01 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Fetola Fire Program 2025 for Entrepreneurs in South Africa. FetolaFIRE is a 12-month business acceleration process designed to equip high-potential businesses with the skills, mindset, and strategic insights to attract investment and scale sustainably. This programme provides hands-on support to help entrepreneurs refine their vision, strengthen financial foundations, and prepare for external funding.
Date Posted: 01 May, 2025
Westlake University invites undergraduates from around the world for her 2025 Undergraduate Summer Camp. This short, two-week program is designed to bring together bright minds worldwide. The summer camp helps students explore cutting-edge life science research and innovations.
Date Posted: 01 May, 2025
Are you a professional looking to make a difference by supporting young planet-positive innovators? If yes, apply now for the beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship Mentorship 2025/2026.
Date Posted: 30 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the IRENA NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator - Cohort 2025. Join this four-month hybrid acceleration programme to work closely with renewable energy and business experts to consolidate your business model, widen your customer base and enhance your investment readiness.
Date Posted: 30 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 UNITAR Global Youth Scholars Development Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the WomenEntrepreneurs4Good Accelerator 2025. Organized by the Women's Forum for Economy & Society, this program aims to support green entrepreneurs at the early stages of their journey.
Date Posted: 30 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the AFS Global STEM Educators 2025 - Full Scholarship for STEM Teachers. AFS Global STEM Educators is a 6-week, full-scholarship, virtual exchange program for in-service Educators worldwide (ages 18+) teaching STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) at the secondary level / high school level (working with students ages 13-18). This online, interactive certificate program is designed for Educators to build the skills needed to become globally competent leaders and foster global competence in their school communities and beyond.
Date Posted: 30 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the AFS Global STEM Accelerators 2025 - Full Scholarship for Young Girls in STEM. The Global STEM Accelerators program is an award-winning virtual exchange that tackles gender barriers in STEM and helps young women to become changemakers in their communities.
Date Posted: 30 Apr, 2025
The Goethe-Institut Johannesburg, the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS), and the South African Podcasting Guild (SAPG) are excited to announce an open call for applications running from 29 April to 23 May for Sound Waves: Podcast Training for Audiovisual Professionals – a unique, in-person training programme aimed at early to mid-career audiovisual creators from South Africa, Lesotho, and Malawi.
Date Posted: 30 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Rapper Scholarship to Attend the One Young World Summit 2025. Rappler is proud to partner with One Young World for a second year, to offer five impactful young leaders the opportunity to participate in the One Young World Summit 2025, which takes place in Munich, Germany, from 3 - 6 November.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the AREF-MRC Towards Leadership Programme 2025-2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2025
1. What Are Training Programs?
Trainings are structured programs or courses designed to enhance an individual's skills, knowledge, and competencies in a specific area. These may include workshops, internships, certification programs, or on-the-job training offered by employers or organizations.
2. Are Training Programs Free or Paid?
Training programs can be either free or paid. Some organizations and platforms, such as government programs for nonprofits, offer free, fully-funded training, while others charge a fee. There are also scholarships and grants available to help cover the costs of paid training opportunities.
3. What Are the Benefits of Participating in Training Programs?
Training programs provide numerous benefits, including skill development, career advancement, personal growth, and increased job market competitiveness. They may also offer networking opportunities, certifications, and hands-on experience that can enhance your professional profile.
4. What Types of Training Opportunities Are Available?
There are various types of training opportunities. Some popular ones include:
Workshops and Seminars: Short-term learning experiences on specific topics.
Internships and Apprenticeships: Hands-on, work-based learning.
Certifications: Programs that provide credentials upon completion.
5. What Is the Difference Between an Internship and a Training Program?
An internship is a specific type of training program that focuses on gaining work experience in a professional setting, typically over a short duration (such as a summer). On the other hand, a training program may include broader educational experiences that could be theoretical, practical, or a combination of both, and may or may not take place in a work environment.