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Applications are open for the MOPGA Young Researchers Grant Program 2025. France, as a major player in the fight against climate change and guarantor of the spirit of the Paris Agreement, is launching a new MOPGA research grant program for young researchers with a view to working to strengthen scientific contributions to the climate change issues raised by the COPs.
Date Posted: 07 Sep, 2024
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, is pleased to announce an opportunity for 200 unemployed youths to acquire global cutting-edge Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills, aimed at enhancing their employability prospects. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Sep, 2024
MentorPitch is a dynamic mentorship program designed to accelerate the growth of early-stage startups by connecting them with experienced industry leaders. Apply now for this opportunity!
Date Posted: 06 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the IHE Delft Young Water Diplomats Programme 2025. The Young Water Diplomats programme is designed to enhance an interdisciplinary understanding of transboundary water challenges and advance tools for water cooperation and diplomacy, as well as to strengthen professional networking among the next generation of leading water and environmental diplomats.
Date Posted: 06 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Asia Foundation LeadNext: Ambassadors for a Global Future 2025. LeadNext builds a vibrant network of future leaders aged 18-25 from across Asia and the United States and supports their growth, impact, and capacity to address today's greatest challenges.
Date Posted: 06 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the TechBridge Program. This program equips you with skills in tech courses while also creating the exposure that is needed to launch a career and earn in the tech sector and beyond.
Date Posted: 06 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the NELGA - DAAD Research Fellowship in Climate Change and Land Governance 2024-2025. This initiative offers a unique opportunity for scholars and professionals within NELGA partner institutions to engage in research that addresses the critical intersection of climate change and land governance.
Date Posted: 06 Sep, 2024
Applications aee now open for the Dr. Fola Aina Foundation 2024 Fellowship Program. The Dr. Fola Aina Fellowship supports young leaders in Nigeria, helping them drive growth, enhance governance, and promote peace and security.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
The Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP) is announcing the inaugural Africa Climate Academy from 7th October, 2024 to 11th October, 2024. Apply today and be a part of this fully-funded opportunity!
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Are you a recent doctorate holder with a passion for environmental research? Are you looking for an opportunity to work with some of the world’s leading academics at one of the most prestigious universities? The Harvard University Environmental Fellows Program offers a unique chance to address critical environmental issues while collaborating with Harvard faculty members across various disciplines.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
The Tarbell Fellowship is a one-year fellowship program for young journalists from around the globe. It is a golden chance for early-career journalists to improve their skills by covering emerging technologies, especially AI (artificial intelligence). Apply today!
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Journal for Public Health in Africa (JPHIA)/Africa CDC Manuscript Writing Workshop 2024. The workshop will run from 21-25 November 2024 in Rabat, Morocco. Apply now!
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the AFC Building Resilience Against Climate and Environmental Shocks (BRACE) Program 2024. BRACE leverages a hybrid learning experience to engage agripreneurs through training, peer learning, interactive sessions, and practical applications. Apply now!
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 International Program in Public Health Leadership (IPPHL) Program. The International Program in Public Health Leadership is an eight-month program for emerging leaders working in or closely with African Ministries of Health.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
The Mentor Amiable Professional Society (MAPS) has launched the FULLY FUNDED Young Professional Fellowship Sao Paulo 2024, a noteworthy initiative designed to hone the leadership abilities of young people under 40. The program’s main goals are to produce citizens of the highest caliber and with a higher sense of responsibility by promoting interfaith harmony, cultural variety, and the integration of many ethnic groups.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the IRENA Youth Forum 2025. The International Renewable Energy Agency's (IRENA) sixth IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers will convene from 9 - 13 January 2025 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates at the margins of the fifteenth session of the IRENA Assembly (11-13 January 2025).
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Thomson Reuters Regional Virtual Training on Illicit Finance in Africa 2024. Thomson Reuters Foundation is looking for journalists based anywhere in Africa who are motivated to understand how their country could be losing money via illicit means. Apply for this training now!
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowship Program 2025-2026. The program's long-term goal is to accelerate gender equality in STEM by generating conditions that result in more women pursuing scientific careers through alleviating some of the barriers they encounter when enrolling in STEM disciplines.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Talos Fellowship -Spring 2025. The Talos Fellowship is a programme that empowers ambitious graduates to launch European policy careers focused on artificial intelligence.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Carnegie Ethics Fellowship Program 2025-2027. The Carnegie Ethics Fellowship is a space for talented young professionals to develop their capabilities and be examples of values-driven responsible leadership.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
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.