Introduction The International Specialised Skills Institute, commonly known as the ISS Institute, is an independent Australian nonprofit organisation that funds international applied-research fellowships. Based in Melbourne, the Institute enables Australians to travel overseas, study international best practices and acquire specialised knowledge that may not be readily available in Australia. Fellows return with practical insights that… [Read More]
Arts & Culture
Cairns Regional Council: Supporting Community Development, Sustainability and Local Growth
Introduction Cairns Regional Council is the local government authority responsible for Cairns and surrounding communities in Far North Queensland, Australia. The Council provides essential services covering water, waste management, roads, drainage, parks, planning, libraries, community facilities, environmental protection, recreation, economic development and disaster management. Located near the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics World Heritage… [Read More]
Gur A Baradharaw Kod: First Nations Governance, Native Title and Healthy Communities
Introduction Gur A Baradharaw Kod Torres Strait Sea and Land Council Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal Corporation (GBK) is an Indigenous-controlled, not-for-profit organisation representing Traditional Owners and Registered Native Title Bodies Corporate across the Torres and Endeavour Straits in northern Australia. GBK is the peak body for Prescribed Bodies Corporate in the region and provides… [Read More]
French Embassy in Laos: Diplomacy, Development Cooperation and Cultural Relations
Introduction The French Embassy in Laos is the official diplomatic representation of the French Republic in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. Based in Vientiane, the Embassy represents the Government of France and works to strengthen political, economic, cultural, educational and development cooperation between France and Laos. The Embassy also provides consular assistance to French citizens,… [Read More]
City of Sarajevo: History, Governance, Funding, Programs and Community Impact
Introduction The City of Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina and one of the country’s most important political, cultural, economic, educational, and historical centres. The official City of Sarajevo website provides information about the city’s administration, institutions, development activities, public services, projects, events, and opportunities for citizens and organizations. Sarajevo is internationally… [Read More]
KGL Foundation: History, Mission, Grants, Programs and Impact in Ghana
KGL Foundation is a Ghanaian civil society and philanthropic organisation established in 2021 as the corporate social responsibility arm of KGL Group. The Foundation works with grassroots organisations, public institutions, private-sector partners and community stakeholders to support sustainable development across Ghana, with a focus on health, education, sports, arts and culture, and youth empowerment and… [Read More]
Wege Foundation: Supporting Environment, Education, Arts and Community Wellbeing
Introduction The Wege Foundation is a private philanthropic foundation based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It provides grants to nonprofit organizations working in environmental protection, education, arts and culture, and community health and wellbeing. Most Wege Foundation funding supports organizations serving Greater Grand Rapids and West Michigan. Its environmental grantmaking has a wider geographic scope that… [Read More]
Embassy of Japan in Romania: Diplomacy, Grants and Cultural Cooperation
Introduction The Embassy of Japan in Romania is Japan’s official diplomatic mission in Romania. Located in Bucharest, the embassy represents the Government of Japan and promotes political, economic, educational, cultural and scientific cooperation between the two countries. The embassy also delivers consular services, supports Japanese citizens and businesses, promotes study opportunities in Japan and coordinates… [Read More]
Embassy of Japan in the Republic of Belarus
Introduction The Embassy of Japan in the Republic of Belarus is Japan’s official diplomatic mission in Belarus. Located in Minsk, the embassy represents the Government of Japan and manages diplomatic relations, consular affairs, development cooperation, educational exchanges and cultural engagement. The embassy is not a private foundation. However, it administers Japanese government grants, scholarships and… [Read More]
She Writes Press: Hybrid Publishing Support for Women Authors
Introduction She Writes Press is an independent hybrid publisher dedicated to helping women authors publish professionally produced and widely distributed books. Founded in 2012, the press offers a publishing model that combines elements of traditional publishing with the creative control and higher royalty participation commonly associated with independent publishing. She Writes Press describes its model… [Read More]
