The U.S. Mission to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, commonly called the U.S. Mission to ASEAN or USASEAN, represents the United States in its diplomatic relationship with ASEAN. Based in Jakarta, Indonesia, the Mission advances cooperation in economic growth, digital technology, regional security, education, sustainable development and people-to-people engagement. History and Background Formal relations… [Read More]
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Education Endowment Foundation: Funding, Mission and Impact
The Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) is an independent UK charity that funds and evaluates education programmes. Its main goal is to reduce the link between family income and educational achievement by helping schools, colleges, and early years settings use reliable research evidence. Founded in 2011 with a £125 million endowment, the EEF supports applied education… [Read More]
Institute for Youth in Policy (YIP): Empowering Young Leaders Through Civic Education, Policy Research, and Public Engagement
Introduction The Institute for Youth in Policy (YIP) is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to educating, engaging, and empowering the next generation of civic leaders and public policy professionals. Through policy education, fellowships, research, leadership development, and civic engagement initiatives, YIP provides young people with opportunities to understand public policy, participate in meaningful discourse, and… [Read More]
U.S. Mission to South Korea: Grants, Public Diplomacy and U.S.-ROK Cooperation
Introduction The U.S. Mission to South Korea represents the United States Government in the Republic of Korea and works to strengthen diplomatic, security, economic, educational and cultural relations between the two countries. Based primarily at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul, with a U.S. Consulate in Busan, the Mission also supports public diplomacy, educational exchanges, youth… [Read More]
Foundation for Future London: History, Governance, Grants, Creative Funding and Community Impact
Introduction Foundation for Future London is an independent charitable grantmaker and community development organisation established in 2015 to ensure that people and communities in East London benefit from the economic, cultural and social opportunities created around Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the East Bank cultural and education district. The Foundation concentrates much of its work… [Read More]
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council: History, Governance, Grants, Funding and Community Impact
Introduction Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is one of Northern Ireland’s 11 local authorities and is responsible for delivering local services, community development, economic development, planning, leisure, environmental management and a wide range of grant and funding programmes across the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough. The Council came fully into operation on 1 April 2015 following… [Read More]
Irish Youth Foundation (UK): History, Governance, Grants and Support for Young Irish People
Introduction The Irish Youth Foundation (UK), commonly referred to as IYF (UK), is a registered grantmaking charity established in 1989 to improve the lives and opportunities of disadvantaged young Irish people and their families across Britain and Northern Ireland. The Foundation describes itself as the only national charity in Britain specifically focused on this group…. [Read More]
Green Earth Action Foundation: History, Governance, Programs, Funding and Environmental Impact
Introduction The Green Earth Action Foundation, commonly known as GEAF, is an international nonprofit organization headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. It works to advance environmental protection, sustainable development, climate awareness and youth-led community action. GEAF was established in April 2023 in response to the need for inclusive and practical solutions to climate change. Its approach connects… [Read More]
Arab Land Initiative: History, Governance, Funding, Programs and Regional Impact
Introduction The Arab Land Initiative is a regional partnership working to improve land governance, land administration and housing, land and property rights across the Arab region. It was established in 2016 under the leadership of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme, known as UN-Habitat, and the Global Land Tool Network, or GLTN. The Initiative brings… [Read More]
Youth Impact Challenge: Empowering Young Innovators Through Social Entrepreneurship and Community Impact in Canada
Introduction The Youth Impact Challenge (YIC) is a Canadian nonprofit initiative that empowers young people to develop innovative solutions to social and environmental challenges through competitions, mentorship, networking and entrepreneurial support. Since its launch in 2020, YIC has helped thousands of young innovators transform early-stage ideas into projects, nonprofits and businesses that create positive community… [Read More]
