EARTH VISION-A VISUAL FORUM TO THINK ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT THROUGH MOVING IMAGES AND THE OLDEST INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAl FILM FESTIVAL IN ASIA . EARTH VISION – Tokyo Global Environmental Film Festival- has been held annually in Tokyo since 1992 to understand our environment better through moving images. Each year, nominated films from all over the world are screened in Tokyo during the festival. Filmmakers should reside in Asia, Oceania or Polynesia (however, any nationality is eligible). Amateur films are also invited. No limits on the year of film completion.
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The Population Institute (PI) is an international non-profit (registered 501(c)(3) organization) that seeks to promote universal access to family planning information, education, and services. Through voluntary family planning, we strive to achieve a world population in balance with a healthy global environment and resource base. PI was established in 1969 and is located on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.
The Population Institute’s Global Media Awards are designed to encourage greater media coverage of population and development issues. The awards honor those who have contributed to creating awareness of population problems through their outstanding journalistic endeavors. The awards serve to encourage editors, news directors, and journalists to acquire a more in-depth knowledge of population issues and to stimulate high standards for journalism on global issues.
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UNICEF is providing support for the presentation of the annual Alexander Bodini Foundation children’s awards, which honour child-led organizations that have successfully and meaningfully contributed to creating a world fit for children.
The 2011 San Marino-Alexander Bodini Foundation Children’s Awards will comprise a grant of US$20,000 for each finalist. The awards will be presented at an event to be held in New York City in February 2011 in the presence of members of the Government of San Marino and of UNICEF. During the awards event, a message from the children who lead the organizations may be read or shown, and a brief audio-visual presentation highlighting the achievements of the previous year’s recipients will be shown.
The UNICEF offices from where the award recipient organizations are selected will also receive US$10,000 each from the Alexander Bodini Foundation towards the promotion of children’s participation and civic engagement.
Read more about the award, including the purposes, nomination criteria and deadline at http://www.unicef.org/voy/takeaction/takeaction_4284.html
The UNEP Sasakawa Prize recognizes laureates with a proven record of achievement, as well as the potential to make outstanding contributions to the environment consistent with UNEP’s policy and objectives. This international award is a partnership between UNEP and The Nippon Foundation.
The search is on for the most innovative, groundbreaking and sustainable grassroots environmental initiatives in emerging and developing countries!
The winner will receive $200,000 cash prize at an Award Ceremony and Reception to be held in February 2011, in Nairobi, Kenya.
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UNEP is the United Nations system’s designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.
As part of the expansion of the International Young Creative Entrepreneur programme, the British Council is running for the second time the International Young Interactive Entrepreneur (IYIE) Award 2010 – to champion and celebrate the importance of creative entrepreneurs working in the field of the interactive media.
The award is running in 10 British Council offices; China, Colombia, Egypt, Georgia, Ghana, India, Lebanon and Saudi Arabia.
For more info: http://farah-has-a-lot-to-say.blogspot.com/2010/08/international-young-interactive.html
Deadline: 7 September 2010
The Population Institute’s Global Media Awards are devoted to drawing attention to global population issues. The awards honor those who have contributed to creating an awareness of population problems through journalism. Entries will be evaluated on their potential to educate and inform policy-makers or the general public about issues related to population growth.
Awards will be presented in the following categories:
- Best Article or Series of Articles
- Best Book
- Best Online News Service
- Best Radio Show
- Best Film or Miniseries
- Best TV Show
- Best Editorial Cartoon
- Best Print Editorial or Broadcast Commentary
- Best Online Commentary or Blog
- Best Serial Drama
- Best Game
Eligible works must have been published or aired between 1 September 2009 and 3 August 2010. Find out more
Deadline: 16 August 2010 – 23:59 CET
Do you have an entrepreneurial and innovative idea that is locally-driven and has great potential to contribute to sustainable development in countries with developing or transition economies?
If you meet SEED’s eligibility criteria, you can apply now for the 2010 SEED Awards for entrepreneurship in sustainable development.
The SEED Awards for Entrepreneurship in Sustainable Development is an annual awards scheme designed to find the most promising, innovative and locally led start-up social and environmental entrepreneurs in countries with developing and emerging economies. An international jury of experts selects enterprises which have the potential to make real improvements in poverty eradication and environmental sustainability while contributing to a greener economy.
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The 2010 Legatum Africa Awards for Entrepreneurship is now open for entries from the very best small and medium-sized businesses from across 15 countries in sub-Saharan Africa. The Grand Prize is US$100,000 with a further five runners-up winning prizes of US$50,000 each.
Winning companies must demonstrate visionary leadership, innovation, strong growth and a company culture that adheres to its core values. Winning companies must also have had an impact within their communities, either by fostering job creation, improved community living standards or by expanding into overseas markets.
If you believe your company qualifies for the Africa Awards, click the button below to Apply Now or browse the menu above to learn more.
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Deadline: 15 August 2010
The Freedom to Create Prize celebrates the power of art to fight oppression, break down stereotypes and build trust in societies where the social fabric has been ripped apart by conflict, violence and misunderstanding. History shows that prosperous societies are founded upon creativity. Societies that encourage artistic expression build strong foundations for economic, political and cultural development. They will lead tomorrow’s world. Find out more
