The King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme (KCFP) Undergraduate Fellowships 2027 offer fully funded undergraduate study opportunities for talented students from eligible Commonwealth Small Island Developing States. The programme is designed to help young people gain professional qualifications while strengthening skills, essential services and long term resilience within their home communities. The fellowship is delivered by the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) as part of the wider King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme. The undergraduate pathway supports students in fields connected to education, engineering, health and sustainable tourism, with the broader objective of developing professionals who can contribute to sustainable development and climate resilience across Small Island Developing States. A total of 11 undergraduate fellowships are available for the 2027 intake. Seven fellowships are reserved for applicants from Dominica, Grenada, Kiribati, Nauru, Samoa, Tonga and Tuvalu, while four fellowships are open to eligible applicants from all 24 participating Commonwealth Small Island Developing States. About the King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme Commonwealth Small Island Developing States face significant economic, environmental and social challenges, including the effects of climate change and shortages of skilled professionals in important sectors. The KCFP Undergraduate Fellowships seek to respond to these challenges by supporting students to obtain higher education and develop expertise that can benefit their communities. The programme encourages fellows to study at approved KCFP Host Universities in their home country whenever possible. Where there is no approved host university in the applicant’s home country, study may take place at an approved university within the applicant’s immediate region. The fellowship is therefore structured around developing local and regional capacity rather than requiring students to move to distant countries for their undergraduate education. The programme supports full time undergraduate study and applicants must choose from the specific degree programmes approved under the KCFP pathway. Applications for courses outside the published programme list will not be considered. Opportunity Benefits Successful fellows receive: • Full tuition fees where tuition is not already covered by the government • A stipend to cover basic living costs • One return ticket to the home island for every year of study where applicable • Professional development opportunities • Access to the King’s Commonwealth Fellowship alumni network • The opportunity to build professional skills relevant to national development and climate resilience • Study at an approved host university in the applicant’s home country or immediate region The fellowship is fully funded in the sense that it provides tuition support, a living stipend and applicable return travel support, subject to the programme conditions. Programme Areas Eligible undergraduate study areas include: • Education • Engineering • Health • Sustainable tourism Eligibility Criteria Applicants must meet all of the following requirements: • Hold citizenship of or recognised refugee status in one of the 24 eligible Commonwealth Small Island Developing States • Be due to commence undergraduate study between January and December 2027 • Not already hold a higher education qualification, including a bachelor’s degree or postgraduate qualification • Select an undergraduate programme from the approved KCFP programme list • Be prepared to undertake full time study • Meet the admission requirements of the selected host university and degree programme • Study at an approved KCFP Host University in the applicant’s home country where possible, or within the immediate region where a suitable host institution is not available Eligible Countries The 24 eligible Commonwealth Small Island Developing States are: • Antigua and Barbuda • Bahamas • Barbados • Belize • Dominica • Grenada • Guyana • Jamaica • St Kitts and Nevis • St Lucia • St Vincent and the Grenadines • Trinidad and Tobago • Maldives • Mauritius • Seychelles • Fiji • Kiribati • Nauru • Papua New Guinea • Samoa • Solomon Islands • Tonga • Tuvalu • Vanuatu Approved Host Universities Participating institutions and programmes include: • Fiji National University • University of Technology, Mauritius • University of the West Indies, Cave Hill • Villa College • National University of Samoa • Papua New Guinea University of Technology • University of Belize • University of Mauritius Required Application Information Applicants should prepare: • Personal information • Citizenship or recognised refugee status information • Academic history • Employment history where applicable • Details of the selected host university and undergraduate programme • Personal statement • Recommendation letters and referee information • Required supporting documents How to Apply Confirm that you are a citizen of or recognised refugee in one of the 24 eligible Commonwealth Small Island Developing States. Confirm that you are due to begin undergraduate study between January and December 2027. Make sure you do not already hold a higher education qualification. Review the approved KCFP Host Universities and undergraduate programmes available to applicants from your country. Check the admission requirements for your selected university and programme. Prepare your personal statement, referee details, recommendation letters and required supporting documents. Submit a separate admission application to your chosen KCFP Host University. Complete the KCFP Undergraduate Fellowship application through the ACU application portal. Review the application carefully and confirm that all information and documents are accurate. Submit the fellowship application before 14 October 2026 at 15:00 UTC plus 1.
UNESCO ENS PSL Advancing Research on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence 2026
UNESCO and the AI and Society Institute at École normale supérieure, ENS PSL, in Paris have launched the Advancing Research on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence 2026 call for papers. The initiative invites recent PhD graduates to submit research proposals examining ethical questions surrounding artificial intelligence and its growing impact on society. The call is grounded in the UNESCO 2021 Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence and aims to support emerging research while encouraging interdisciplinary exchange. It also seeks to strengthen connections between academic research, public policy and practical approaches to the ethical development and use of artificial intelligence. Researchers from all relevant disciplines and geographic regions are encouraged to apply. The initiative welcomes theoretical, empirical, comparative, interdisciplinary and practice oriented research, with particular encouragement for work that connects different sectors, disciplines and perspectives. About the Opportunity The initiative provides a platform for researchers at an early stage of their academic careers to contribute to international discussions about responsible artificial intelligence. It is particularly relevant for researchers whose work examines how AI intersects with human rights, governance, social inclusion, sustainability, health, gender equality, public policy, scientific research and emerging technologies. The programme is based on the UNESCO 2021 Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, which provides an international framework for addressing the ethical and societal implications of AI. Selected researchers will present their work during thematic sessions at the December academic event in Paris. The programme will include expert talks, fireside conversations, research presentations, moderated discussions and interactive AI ethics labs examining research dilemmas, methodological questions and policy challenges. Following the event, UNESCO and the AI and Society Institute will produce proceedings bringing together selected contributions and key discussions. Selected authors may also be invited to adapt their research for publication in the Tribune of the Conseil de l’intelligence artificielle et du numérique, providing an opportunity to reach a wider public and policy audience. Opportunity Benefits • Opportunity to present research at an academic event hosted by ENS in Paris • Engagement with emerging scholars and established researchers • Expert feedback on research related to AI ethics • Participation in thematic discussions and AI ethics labs • Opportunity to connect academic research with public policy and practice • Inclusion in proceedings produced by UNESCO and the AI and Society Institute • Potential opportunity to adapt research for publication in the Tribune of the Conseil de l’intelligence artificielle et du numérique • Travel support for one selected author to attend the academic event in Paris Research Topics Applicants may submit research addressing a wide range of issues connected to the ethics of artificial intelligence. Suggested areas include: • Multistakeholder and adaptive governance and collaboration • Fairness, accountability and transparency • Human rights and artificial intelligence • Awareness and AI ethics literacy • Youth, mental health, health and the ethics of AI • Social inclusion • Culture and knowledge systems • Environment, sustainability and climate action • Gender equality • Vulnerable or underrepresented groups • Ethical dimensions of AI in public policy, research and innovation • AI ethics and implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals • Ethics of AI and STEM and basic sciences • Ethics of AI and frontier technologies Applicants are not limited to these topics, provided their proposed research addresses relevant questions concerning the ethics of artificial intelligence. Eligibility Criteria • Applicants must have completed a PhD within the past five years • Applicants must have research addressing issues related to the ethics of artificial intelligence • Researchers from all relevant academic disciplines are eligible • Applicants from all geographic regions are welcome • Interdisciplinary perspectives are particularly encouraged • Cross sectoral perspectives are particularly encouraged • Theoretical contributions are welcome • Empirical research is welcome • Comparative research is welcome • Interdisciplinary research is welcome • Practice oriented research is welcome • Co authored proposals are permitted when both authors meet the eligibility requirements Required Application Materials Applicants must prepare an extended abstract of 800 to 1,000 words, excluding references. The abstract should contain: • Title of the proposed paper • Research question and its relevance to the call • Conceptual or theoretical framework • Methodology, where applicable • Principal findings or argument • Contribution of the paper to research on the ethics of AI • Three to five keywords Applicants must also provide a separate author information page containing: • Full name • Institutional affiliation • Country • Email address • Title of PhD • Institution where the PhD was completed • Year of PhD completion • Short biography of no more than 150 words The submission must be written in English and provided in Word or PDF format. The extended abstract should be anonymised and must not contain the applicant’s name or other identifying information. How to Apply Review the UNESCO and ENS PSL call and confirm that your research aligns with the ethics of artificial intelligence. Develop an original research proposal addressing a relevant ethical, social, policy, governance or interdisciplinary question. Prepare an 800 to 1,000 word extended abstract covering the research question, relevance, conceptual or theoretical framework, methodology where applicable, principal findings or argument, contribution and keywords. Prepare a separate author information page containing your personal, institutional and PhD information and a biography of no more than 150 words. Ensure that the extended abstract does not contain your name or other identifying information. Convert the submission into Word or PDF format and ensure that it is written in English. Submit the proposal through the official UNESCO application form before the deadline. If selected, prepare the full paper of approximately 5,000 to 7,000 words by December 1, 2026.
Propelling Black Entrepreneurship Program 2026
Applications are open for the Propelling Black Entrepreneurship Program 2026, an initiative designed to help Black entrepreneurs in Canada strengthen their businesses and prepare for sustainable growth. The programme provides access to professional services that can help entrepreneurs address important legal, business planning and financial needs. The programme is delivered by the Federation of African Canadian Economics, also known as FACE Coalition, with support from the TD Ready Commitment. For the 2026 cohort, eligible entrepreneurs can access professional services valued at up to CAD 2,500 through service providers Endlex Legal Inc. and MNP. Rather than providing unrestricted cash directly to applicants, the programme connects selected entrepreneurs with professional service providers according to their business needs. Support can help businesses establish stronger legal foundations, improve financial planning, prepare for financing and strengthen their overall readiness for long term growth. About the Opportunity The Propelling Black Entrepreneurship Program focuses on strengthening the foundations of early stage businesses through access to professional expertise. Entrepreneurs may receive support in areas including legal services, business planning, financial projections, financial statements and tax filing. Legal support is provided through Endlex Legal Inc. Depending on the needs of an eligible business, available services may include incorporation support, minute book setup, shareholders’ agreements, service and employment agreement templates, confidentiality and intellectual property assignment agreements for technology founders, website agreements, privacy compliance, lease agreements, regulatory compliance and internal business policies. MNP provides business and financial services that can help entrepreneurs develop or strengthen their business plans, prepare financial projections, produce financial statements and obtain tax filing support. Opportunity Benefits • Professional legal services valued at up to CAD 2,500 • Access to Endlex Legal Inc. for eligible legal support • Business planning support • Financial projection preparation • Financial statement support • Tax filing support • Assistance with incorporation and corporate documentation • Support with contracts, privacy compliance and other business legal needs • English and French legal services • Document translation upon request • Professional guidance tailored to the needs of eligible businesses • Support to improve financial readiness for future financing • Assistance with strengthening business foundations for sustainable growth Programme Areas Legal Services Participants may access professional legal support for business incorporation, corporate records, shareholders’ agreements, service and employment agreements, confidentiality and intellectual property agreements, website terms and privacy policies, privacy law compliance, lease agreements, regulatory compliance, Small Claims legal counsel and internal policies. Business Planning Eligible entrepreneurs can receive professional assistance to develop or strengthen their business plan. This can help businesses clarify objectives, strategies and future growth plans. Financial Services Support may include preparation of financial projections and financial statements. These services can help entrepreneurs improve financial planning and transparency. Tax Services Eligible businesses may receive support with tax filing requirements and related professional services. Eligibility Criteria To apply for the Propelling Black Entrepreneurship Program 2026, applicants must meet the programme requirements. • Operate a business in Canada • Be operating for five years or less • Be identified as a Black owned business • Have a valid Business Registration Number • Be owned by a Canadian citizen or permanent resident • Require professional support in at least one eligible service area • Need support related to legal services, business planning, financial services or tax services Eligible applicants should have a clear business need that can be addressed through the professional services offered through the programme. Required Application Information Applicants should be prepared to provide information relevant to their business and demonstrate the type of professional support required. • Business information • Business registration information • Ownership information • Information confirming eligibility • Details about the professional services required • Information about the business and its current needs • Any additional information requested through the official application form Applicants should carefully review the official application requirements before submitting their application. How to Apply Review the eligibility requirements for the Propelling Black Entrepreneurship Program 2026. Confirm that your business operates in Canada and meets the ownership, registration and operating period requirements. Identify the professional support your business requires, such as legal services, business planning, financial projections, financial statements or tax filing support. Prepare the information and documents requested in the application form. Submit your application through the official FACE Coalition application platform. Complete the application before the deadline of October 23, 2026 at 6 p.m. EST.
University of Oxford x St. Gallen Symposium Global Leadership Challenge 2026
Applications are open for the University of Oxford x St. Gallen Symposium Global Leadership Challenge 2026, an international leadership programme designed to help emerging leaders develop the wisdom, character and practical skills needed to address complex global challenges responsibly. The Global Leadership Challenge is a joint initiative of the University of Oxford and the St. Gallen Symposium, supported by partner organisations. The programme brings together 100 young leaders from around the world to engage with real world challenges, senior leaders and peers from diverse academic and professional backgrounds. The 2026 Global Leadership Challenge will take place from December 10 to 14, 2026. Participants will work virtually from around the world and collaborate in teams to develop practical impact projects addressing challenges defined by the programme’s partners. The programme combines character education, cross generational dialogue, leadership development and design thinking. About the Global Leadership Challenge The Global Leadership Challenge aims to develop emerging leaders who are interested in creating positive change beyond personal achievement. The programme encourages participants to consider how personal values, professional ambitions and responsibility to society can work together in addressing major global issues. During the five day programme, participants engage with academics, business leaders, policy experts and senior advisors. They work collaboratively on partner defined challenges and develop action projects using design thinking principles. The 2026 programme will bring together 100 young leaders for a fully virtual experience. Participants will explore challenges related to responsible leadership, sustainability, technology, education and other complex issues identified by programme partners. Current challenge partners include Swiss Re and Schwarzman Scholars, with an additional partner challenge to be announced. Participants will work in groups to explore these challenges and develop practical ideas. Programme Benefits • Join a diverse international community of young responsible leaders • Engage with academics and senior business and policy leaders • Participate in cross generational dialogues and leadership discussions • Develop practical action projects addressing global challenges • Gain experience using design thinking principles • Receive bespoke leadership training and mentorship through the Oxford Character Project • Develop a deeper understanding of responsible leadership and personal values • Receive an official Certificate of Achievement from the University of Oxford and the St. Gallen Symposium • Become eligible to apply for further leadership development mentoring after successful participation • Compete for an invitation to the 56th St. Gallen Symposium in April 2027 • The three top performing teams will have travel and accommodation expenses covered for participation in the St. Gallen Symposium as Leaders of Tomorrow Programme Areas The Global Leadership Challenge focuses on responsible leadership and practical responses to complex global issues. Participants may work on areas including: • Responsible leadership • Sustainability • Technology and artificial intelligence • Future of work • Critical thinking and human expertise • Leadership education • Global challenges and social impact • Design thinking and collaborative problem solving The specific challenges are defined by programme partners and may change from one edition to another. Eligibility Criteria • Applicants must be students currently enrolled in a Masters or PhD programme, or young professionals aged between 21 and 30 years • Applicants must have completed their undergraduate studies • Applicants should have demonstrated commitment to responsible leadership through extracurricular activities or work experience • Applicants must be available to participate for approximately five half days from December 10 to 14, 2026 • Applicants must be willing to participate actively in all Global Leadership Challenge sessions • Applicants can come from any country • Applicants from all academic disciplines are welcome Required Application Materials Applicants should prepare the following information and materials: • Personal information including address, email and contact details • CV in PDF format • Recent portrait photograph in JPEG or PNG format • Proof of enrolment in PDF format for students • Suggested keynote speaker who could inspire global leaders to act responsibly • A video of no more than 40 seconds in English encouraging global leaders to practise responsible leadership • A concrete example of no more than 50 words explaining how the applicant personally puts responsible leadership into practice The application video should be uploaded to an accessible platform such as Google Drive, OneDrive, YouTube with an unlisted setting, iCloud, Swisstransfer or Dropbox. Applicants must provide a shareable link that can be viewed without requiring a login or password. How to Apply Review the eligibility requirements and confirm that you can participate from December 10 to 14, 2026. Prepare your CV, recent portrait photograph and proof of enrolment if you are currently a student. Consider a keynote speaker who could inspire global leaders to act responsibly. Prepare your 40 second video message in English about responsible leadership. Prepare your example of no more than 50 words showing how you personally practise responsible leadership. Upload your video to an approved file sharing or video platform and make sure the link can be accessed without a login or password. Complete the online Global Leadership Challenge application form. Submit your application before November 5, 2026.
Overseas Press Club Foundation Scholar Awards 2027
Applications are open for the Overseas Press Club Foundation Scholar Awards 2027, an opportunity supporting undergraduate and graduate students who are preparing for careers in international journalism. The awards are offered by the Overseas Press Club Foundation to help emerging journalists develop their reporting skills and pursue academic and professional goals connected to international news. The programme is primarily designed for students who want to build careers covering international journalism rather than returning to their countries of origin to work primarily as local reporters. It is also focused on students at the beginning of their journalism careers rather than established or mid career professionals. In a typical year, the Foundation grants 18 scholar awards. Depending on the award received, scholars may receive financial support for independent journalism work or a fellowship supporting time in the bureau of a leading news organisation such as the Associated Press, Reuters, Bloomberg or The Wall Street Journal. About the Scholar Awards The Overseas Press Club Foundation Scholar Awards support students who have demonstrated an interest in international journalism and want to use their education and journalism experience to develop careers covering international communities, issues and events. The Foundation has supported emerging journalists through scholarships and fellowships that provide both financial assistance and opportunities to gain practical journalism experience. Award recipients may use the support to pursue independent work or participate in professional opportunities with major international news organisations. Applicants do not need to have travelled internationally to be considered. Previous scholars have developed work focusing on international communities and issues both overseas and within the United States, demonstrating that international journalism can be explored through a wide range of reporting contexts. Opportunity Benefits • $3,000 scholarship for independent journalism work for selected scholarship recipients • $4,000 fellowship for selected recipients undertaking work in a bureau of a leading news organisation • Opportunity to develop international journalism experience • Opportunity to strengthen professional journalism skills • Potential experience with major international news organisations • Recognition through the Overseas Press Club Foundation Scholar Awards • Opportunity to join a community connected to international journalism Eligibility Criteria • Be a college junior, senior or graduate student at the application deadline • Be enrolled in a degree programme at the time of application • Be studying at a college or university in the United States or Canada, or be an American student studying abroad • Have demonstrated an interest in international journalism • Be interested in developing a career in international journalism • Applicants may be of any nationality, provided they meet the programme requirements The programme is intended primarily for students at the beginning of their journalism careers and is not designed as a mid career professional award. Award Categories Successful applicants may receive one of two forms of support. • Independent Work Scholarship: A $3,000 scholarship to support independent journalism work. • International Journalism Fellowship: A $4,000 fellowship to fund time in a bureau of a leading news organisation such as the Associated Press, Reuters, Bloomberg or The Wall Street Journal. Required Application Materials All elements of the application must be combined into a single document. The Foundation accepts files in either PDF or DOCX format, and the file must not exceed 10 MB. • One page autobiographical cover letter • One page resume • One journalism work sample • International journalism interests and career goals • Relevant journalism, language and media skills • Information about visa and passport status where relevant to overseas work Cover Letter The one page cover letter should explain how the applicant developed an interest in journalism and why they are interested in a particular part of the world, international community or international issue. Applicants should also explain how they would use the award to further their journalism career. Any gaps or significant changes in academic or professional progress should also be explained. Resume The one page resume should emphasise journalism experience, language abilities and media skills. Applicants should include relevant international or domestic reporting experience, freelance published work and independent unpublished projects. Information about visa and passport status for overseas work should also be included where applicable. Work Sample Applicants can submit one work sample in print, photography, video or audio journalism. Print journalism • Submit a 600 to 800 word writing sample • Focus on an international issue or an area of the world connected to the applicant’s interests and experience • State whether the work was previously published • Indicate whether the work was edited, condensed or produced as a school project • Submit the work as a standalone document rather than as a clip or URL Photojournalism • Submit one PDF containing photographs or a website link where the work can be viewed • The entry may be a feature, personality or news journalism project • Include an approximately 500 word writing sample explaining the photographs, how they were captured or their significance Video and Audio Journalism • Submit a link where judges can view or listen to the work • The work should be between two and seven minutes • The entry should have primarily international relevance • Include an approximately 500 word explanation of the work • Explain how the material was captured and its significance • Describe the applicant’s role in producing the work • Credit all team members who contributed • The work should demonstrate a complete story with a beginning, middle and end. How to Apply Review the eligibility requirements and confirm that you are enrolled in an eligible degree programme. Prepare a one page autobiographical cover letter explaining your journalism interests, international focus and career goals. Prepare a one page resume highlighting journalism experience, language skills, media abilities and relevant international or domestic work. Select one work sample in print, photography, video or audio journalism. Prepare the required written explanation or contextual material for your selected work sample. Combine all application components into one PDF or DOCX document. Ensure the file is no larger than 10 MB. Name the file
Anzisha Fellowship 2027 for Young Entrepreneurs
Applications are open for the Anzisha Fellowship 2027, a multi year entrepreneurship programme supporting some of Africa’s youngest business founders and social entrepreneurs. The fellowship is designed for young African entrepreneurs who are already building real ventures and want to strengthen their businesses, accelerate growth and increase their ability to create jobs. The programme is run by Anzisha, an initiative founded by African Leadership Academy in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation. Since its establishment, Anzisha has focused on supporting young African entrepreneurs through practical learning, coaching, financial support and access to a network of peers, mentors and partners. The 2027 fellowship is open to young entrepreneurs between the ages of 15 and 22 who are citizens of an African country. Applicants must already have started a business or project, be a founding member of the venture and demonstrate real activity. An idea or business plan alone is not sufficient. The venture must operate in Africa and serve African customers or beneficiaries. About the Fellowship The Anzisha Fellowship is designed around the idea that young entrepreneurs can begin creating economic value and employment while they are still very young. Rather than supporting only business ideas, the fellowship focuses on founders who have already taken action and can demonstrate customers, revenue, beneficiaries or other evidence of real activity. Selected fellows join a multi year programme intended to strengthen both the entrepreneur and the venture. The programme combines practical learning, financial support, exposure to experienced entrepreneurs and opportunities to develop the systems required to grow a sustainable business. Anzisha accepts ventures across different fields and industries. Eligible businesses, inventions and social projects can come from a wide range of sectors, meaning applicants do not need to operate in one specific industry. Fellowship Benefits The fellowship offers opportunities and support valued at US$40,000 in prizes. • Milestone based cash stipends linked to business progress • Finance readiness support to strengthen financial systems and investor ready materials • Experiential learning through shadowing high performing entrepreneurs • Exposure to practical decision making, operations and leadership • Self paced educational courses • Live learning sessions focused on practical business development • Coaching and guidance to help translate learning into business results • Access to a wider community of young African entrepreneurs • Opportunities to strengthen business growth and job creation The US$40,000 figure refers to the value of prizes available through the fellowship and should not be interpreted as a guaranteed cash payment of US$40,000 to every fellow. Programme Areas The Anzisha Fellowship is open to businesses, inventions and social projects across different fields and industries. Potential areas can include: • Business and entrepreneurship • Science and technology • Social enterprise • Civil society • Arts and culture • Sports • Community focused ventures • Other businesses or projects creating value for African customers or beneficiaries Eligibility Criteria Applicants must meet the following requirements: • Be between 15 and 22 years old • Be a citizen of an African country • Have a valid identification document or passport • Be a founding member of the business or project being submitted • Have already started the business or project • Operate the business in Africa • Serve African customers or beneficiaries • Be able to demonstrate real business or project activity • Spend at least 20 hours per week working on the venture Required Application Information The official Anzisha application page provides an application guide containing the eligibility requirements, documents and images needed for the application. The guide is available in English, Arabic, French and Portuguese. Applicants should therefore prepare: • Personal identification information • Evidence of citizenship and age • Information about the business or project • Evidence that the venture has already started • Information demonstrating customers, sales or beneficiaries • Details showing the applicant is a founding member • Information about the applicant’s role in operating the venture • Supporting documents and images requested in the official application guide Applicants should consult the official application guide before submitting their application because the required supporting materials are specified there. How to Apply Review the eligibility requirements for the Anzisha Fellowship 2027. Confirm that you are between 15 and 22 years old and are a citizen of an African country. Ensure that you have already started a business, invention or social project. Confirm that the venture operates in Africa and serves African customers or beneficiaries. Gather evidence demonstrating real activity, such as customers, sales or beneficiaries. Review the official Anzisha application guide and prepare the required documents and images. Complete the online application through the official Anzisha application platform. Submit the application before November 10, 2026. Keep a copy of your submitted application and supporting information for your records.
Design and Digital Marketing School Cohort 3 for Lagos Residents
Applications are open for Cohort 3 of the Design and Digital Marketing School Lagos Program, an employability focused training programme designed to equip young people in Lagos with practical digital skills, workplace competencies and experience that can support their transition into employment, freelancing and other income generating opportunities. The programme is implemented by NerdzFactory Company as part of the Lagos State Employability Support Project, with support from the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund and GIZ. The initiative provides participants with practical training in either Graphics Design or Digital Marketing, alongside workplace and soft skills development, mentorship and internship opportunities. The third cohort is particularly suited to young Lagos residents who want to develop market relevant digital skills and gain practical experience in a structured learning environment. The training is delivered physically at the NerdzFactory headquarters in Ogudu GRA, Lagos State, over four weeks. About the Design and Digital Marketing School The Design and Digital Marketing School is an employability focused skills development initiative that aims to prepare young people for opportunities in the digital economy. Through practical training, participants can develop technical abilities while also strengthening workplace competencies needed for employment and professional growth. Participants can select one of two available learning tracks: Graphics Design or Digital Marketing. The programme emphasizes hands on learning so that participants can build practical skills that may be applied in professional, freelance and entrepreneurial settings. The programme also provides exposure to workplace expectations and practical experience. According to the current programme listing, the first two cohorts trained 196 young people, of whom 183 completed the programme, while 147 placements were facilitated across internships, entry level roles, remote work and entrepreneurship. Opportunity Benefits Selected participants will receive: • 100% tuition scholarship • Hands on training in Graphics Design or Digital Marketing • Workplace and soft skills training • Mentorship • Internship placement opportunities • Practical experience to strengthen employability The combination of technical training, workplace preparation, mentorship and internship exposure is designed to help participants develop skills that can be applied beyond the classroom. Programme Areas Applicants can choose between the following training tracks: Graphics Design This track is designed for participants interested in developing practical graphic design skills that can be applied to creative projects, professional communication, branding and other digital work. Digital Marketing This track is designed for participants who want to develop practical skills relevant to digital marketing, online communication and the promotion of products, services and organisations. Participants are expected to select a track that aligns with their interests and intended career direction. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must meet the following requirements: • Be a resident of Lagos State, Nigeria • Have a valid LASSARA ID • Be between 18 and 35 years old • Have completed at least secondary education • Be available and committed to participating throughout the entire training programme The programme is specifically designed for Lagos residents, and applicants should ensure that they meet the residency and identification requirements before submitting an application. How to Apply Review the eligibility requirements and confirm that you are a resident of Lagos State with a valid LASSARA ID. Choose the training track that best matches your interests between Graphics Design and Digital Marketing. Complete the online application form for Design and Digital Marketing School Cohort 3. Provide accurate personal and residency information as requested on the application form. Submit your application before the October 2, 2026 deadline. If selected, make the necessary arrangements to attend the four week physical training programme beginning October 5, 2026.
British Academy Innovation Fellowships Scheme 2026
Applications are open for the British Academy Innovation Fellowships Scheme 2026, a policy led fellowship opportunity supporting established early career and mid career researchers in the humanities and social sciences. The programme is designed to strengthen connections between academic research and organisations working in public policy, while enabling researchers to contribute their expertise to practical policy challenges. The fellowship is offered by the British Academy in partnership with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and Cabinet Office. The current call is being delivered through Route B, the Policy Led route of the wider Innovation Fellowships Scheme. It provides researchers with an opportunity to work closely with policymakers and contribute evidence, analysis and innovative ideas to areas identified as important policy priorities. The fellowship is particularly relevant to researchers whose expertise can contribute to policy challenges requiring knowledge from the humanities and social sciences. Applicants should demonstrate how their research expertise, professional experience and policy engagement skills align with one of the areas identified for the 2026 call. About the Opportunity The British Academy Innovation Fellowships support researchers in the SHAPE community, covering the social sciences, humanities and related disciplines, to build deeper relationships beyond academia. The programme promotes knowledge mobilisation, research translation, professional development and collaboration between researchers and policy organisations. For the 2026 policy led call, fellows will work in partnership with the FCDO and Cabinet Office. The fellowship is intended to provide close interaction with policymakers and an opportunity to understand policy research needs while contributing academic expertise to government work. Rather than requiring applicants to submit a fully developed research project, the application focuses on the applicant’s expertise, experience and potential contribution to the selected policy area. Successful fellows will develop the detailed outline of their work programme with the relevant partner after receiving the fellowship. The fellowship can involve research and analysis, evidence development, policy briefings, data analysis, case studies, presentations, workshops, knowledge exchange activities and other outputs agreed with the partner organisation. Opportunity Benefits • Fellowship award of up to £120,000 for 12 months • Funding provided through Full Economic Costing at 80 percent • Opportunity to work closely with UK government policymakers • Direct engagement with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and Cabinet Office • Opportunity to translate academic research into policy relevant work • Development of knowledge mobilisation and research communication skills • Professional development across academic and policy environments • Opportunities to develop new relationships beyond academia • Support for eligible research expenses, including travel, subsistence and other approved costs • Opportunity to contribute to evidence informed policymaking • Greater exposure to public policy, government and interdisciplinary working environments Programme Areas Applicants can apply in one of the following five areas: • Applied History • Critical Infrastructure and European Warfare • South Asia Geopolitics and Regional Security • The UK France Relationship in 2027 and Beyond • UK National Security Strategy Eligibility Criteria • Applicants must be ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom and have a registered UK address. • Applicants must hold a current long term appointment at a UK based Higher Education Institution or Independent Research Organisation. • The appointment must continue for at least the duration of the fellowship. • Applicants must be established early career or mid career researchers. • Career stage is generally considered within 15 years of receiving a PhD, although career breaks, caring responsibilities and non traditional career paths may be considered. • Applicants without a doctorate may demonstrate equivalent professional or research experience. • Applicants must have expertise relevant to the humanities and social sciences. • Applicants must be able to demonstrate how their expertise can contribute to a selected policy area. • Applicants must satisfy the relevant requirements for working with the FCDO, including applicable security requirements. • Applicants must not be independent researchers without an eligible employing institution. • Postgraduate students are not eligible. • Applicants must not currently be working towards a PhD, awaiting a viva outcome or awaiting acceptance of corrections required by examiners. • Applicants must not hold more than one British Academy award of a comparable nature at the same time. • The employing institution must be eligible to provide institutional approval through the British Academy grant management system. Required Application Materials Applicants should prepare the information required through the British Academy Flexi Grant system, including: • Fellowship start and end dates • Selected policy area • Research expertise and experience relevant to the selected area • Potential topics and research questions • Experience communicating research to wider audiences • Experience engaging with policymakers and practitioners • Experience working across disciplines or policy areas • Expected policy benefit and impact • Planned research outputs and dissemination activities • Relevant humanities and social sciences subject areas • Information about ethical considerations • Details of other relevant funding applications or support • Applicant contact and nationality information • Current employing organisation and appointment details • Qualifications and career history • Career stage statement • Personal statement where relevant • ORCID identification number • Details of relevant unpublished research • Financial details and budget justification • Required Head of Department supporting statement The British Academy requires applicants to register with ORCID and provide their ORCID identification number in the application. Selection Criteria Applications should demonstrate: • Strong expertise relevant to the selected policy area • Clear alignment between the applicant’s experience and the requirements of the policy partner • Ability to communicate research effectively to non specialist audiences • Experience or interest in meaningful policy engagement • Ability to work collaboratively across academic and policy environments • Potential contribution to the partner organisation’s policymaking process • Potential contribution to the British Academy’s policy work • Clear plans for research outputs and knowledge dissemination • Potential for professional development and future policy engagement. How to Apply Review the British Academy Innovation Fellowships Scheme guidance carefully. Confirm that you meet the UK residency, employment, career stage and academic eligibility requirements. Identify the policy area that best matches your research expertise. Review
Max Weber Foundation Gerald D. Feldman Travel Grants 2026
Applications are open for the Gerald D. Feldman Travel Grants 2026, offered by the Max Weber Foundation to support internationally oriented researchers in the humanities and social sciences who are in the qualification phase. The grant is designed to help researchers carry out independent research projects involving international institutions, libraries and archives while strengthening their academic development. The programme supports researchers who wish to conduct a self chosen research project in at least two and at most three host countries where Max Weber Foundation institutes and branches are located, or at the Richard Koebner Minerva Center for German History in Israel. Research stays are intended particularly for work in libraries and archives and should contribute to transnational or transregional research with new and original academic perspectives. The total funded research period may not exceed three months, with a maximum of one month at each host country. Shorter stays are possible. The research placements should ideally be completed within 12 months and no later than 24 months, allowing successful applicants to integrate international research into their broader academic projects. About the Gerald D. Feldman Travel Grants The Gerald D. Feldman Travel Grants are awarded annually by the Max Weber Foundation, also known as the German Humanities Institutes Abroad. The programme is intended to improve the career opportunities of researchers working on internationally oriented projects in the humanities and social sciences. Successful applicants conduct research at qualifying institutions in different countries. The programme particularly encourages projects involving transnational or comparative research questions and research that can contribute to further academic qualification. Eligible host locations include countries such as Germany, France, Great Britain, Italy, Israel, Japan, the United States, India, Turkey, Poland, Finland, Lithuania, Lebanon, Egypt, Georgia, Ukraine, the Czech Republic and Singapore, subject to the current participating institutes and available arrangements. Applicants are responsible for planning their research stays and must observe relevant travel information and official requirements for their destinations. Opportunity Benefits • Documented travel costs to the foreign institute and return travel • Daily allowance ranging from approximately €32 to €68 depending on the host country • Possible access to affordable accommodation in an institute guest room, depending on availability • Research access and academic engagement through participating Max Weber Foundation institutes and branches • Opportunity to conduct research in libraries and archives abroad • Support for transnational and comparative research • Opportunity to strengthen academic qualification and international research experience Research Areas The grants are intended for projects in the humanities and social sciences, including fields such as: • History • Sociology • Economics • Political and social sciences • Cultural studies • Linguistics • Art history • Other humanities and social science disciplines Projects connected to research priorities pursued by the Foundation’s institutes and branches receive particular consideration. Eligibility Criteria • Applicants must be highly qualified academics in the humanities or social sciences. • Applicants may be of any nationality. • Applicants must hold at least a Master’s degree, M.A., state examination or equivalent German Diploma. • Applicants should have an independent research project and be able to present a clear research plan. • Applicants should have published academic work. Publications are not mandatory for doctoral students. • Applicants must be in the qualification phase of their academic careers. • There is no age restriction. • The proposed project should involve research in at least two and at most three eligible host countries. • The research should have a transnational, transregional or comparative dimension. • Employees and current scholarship holders of the Max Weber Foundation are not eligible. • Reapplication is only possible where this has been explicitly permitted in a previous rejection letter. Required Application Materials All application materials must be submitted in German or English. • Completed application form • Academic curriculum vitae • Detailed research project presentation of no more than 2,000 words • Explanation of the sources and research materials that justify visits to the proposed host countries or institutes • Copies of academic certificates and examination documents • PhD certificate where applicable • Publication list, except that this is not mandatory for doctoral students • Reference opinion from an academic expert • Information from the referee concerning the applicant’s academic status and progress of the research • Confirmation of supervision from the host institution in Germany if a research stay in Germany is planned The reference opinion must be sent directly by the referee to the Max Weber Foundation’s central office at feldman@maxweberstiftung.de. How to Apply Review the official Gerald D. Feldman Travel Grants requirements and identify suitable Max Weber Foundation institutes or branches for your research. Develop a clear research project involving at least two and no more than three eligible host countries. Prepare your academic CV and detailed research project of no more than 2,000 words. Gather your academic certificates and publication list where applicable. Contact an appropriate academic expert who can provide the required reference opinion. If your project includes a research stay in Germany, arrange the required confirmation of supervision from the German host institution. Submit the complete application through the Max Weber Foundation’s online application portal in German or English. Ensure that your referee sends the reference opinion directly to the Max Weber Foundation. Submit the complete application before October 4, 2026 at 23:59 CET.
Maria Rosario Lazzati Niada Scholarship for Afghan Women 2027 to 2028
The Maria Rosario Lazzati Niada Scholarship for Afghan Women 2027 to 2028 is an opportunity for talented Afghan women with a university degree to pursue postgraduate studies in international relations and development at the Geneva Graduate Institute in Switzerland. Established in memory of Maria Rosario Lazzati Niada, the scholarship aims to support Afghan women seeking to strengthen their academic knowledge and professional prospects through graduate education. The programme is particularly relevant in the context of restrictions on women’s access to higher education in Afghanistan and is intended to expand opportunities for Afghan women to continue their studies abroad. Successful applicants will enrol in a two year master programme at the Geneva Graduate Institute. The scholarship provides CHF 25,000 per year and is renewable for the second year subject to satisfactory academic progress. Scholarship beneficiaries are required to prepare a report at the end of their first year demonstrating their progress and success. About the Scholarship The Maria Rosario Lazzati Niada Scholarship was established to help talented Afghan women develop advanced knowledge in international relations and development. The scholarship is administered in connection with the Geneva Graduate Institute and supports recipients through a two year master programme. The programme can provide an opportunity for successful candidates to develop expertise relevant to academic and diplomatic careers, international and non governmental organisations, and international corporate environments. Applicants first apply for the scholarship through the designated scholarship process. A selected scholarship candidate must then apply separately to a suitable master programme at the Geneva Graduate Institute and receive admission. The scholarship selection and university admission procedures are independent. Scholarship Benefits • CHF 25,000 scholarship per year • Two years of scholarship support • Opportunity to pursue a master programme at the Geneva Graduate Institute • Graduate level study in fields related to international relations and development • Opportunity to develop academic and professional expertise in an international environment • Support for Afghan women pursuing higher education abroad Eligibility Criteria • Open exclusively to Afghan women • Applicants must hold a university degree • Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the Geneva Graduate Institute • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification is required for admission to the Institute’s master programmes • The previous degree should be in a discipline relevant to the selected master programme • Applicants must meet the Institute’s language requirements • An English proficiency certificate is required at the Institute application stage • Two academic references are required at the Institute application stage • Applicants should demonstrate a clear academic and professional interest in their proposed field of study Required Application Materials Applicants for the scholarship should prepare: • Motivation letter explaining why they are applying for the scholarship • Motivation letter identifying the Geneva Graduate Institute master programme they wish to pursue • Explanation of why they selected the Institute and programme • Statement of financial needs • Explanation of post graduation plans • Curriculum vitae • Copies of university diplomas and qualifications obtained • Official academic transcripts showing coursework, grades and credit values Scholarship Renewal The Maria Rosario Lazzati Niada Scholarship is awarded for two years. Renewal for the second year depends on satisfactory academic progress. At the end of the first year, the scholarship beneficiary must prepare a report providing evidence of their academic success. The scholarship is then renewed based on the review of this progress. The scholarship amount is CHF 25,000 per year. Official scholarship materials describe the award as supporting living costs and tuition fees. How to Apply Review the scholarship requirements and identify a suitable master programme at the Geneva Graduate Institute. Prepare a motivation letter explaining your reasons for applying, your preferred master programme, reasons for choosing the Institute, financial needs and post graduation plans. Prepare your curriculum vitae, university diplomas, qualifications and official academic transcripts. Submit the scholarship application and required documents through the designated application process before the October 26, 2026 deadline. If selected for the scholarship, complete the separate application for admission to the Geneva Graduate Institute. Prepare the English proficiency certificate and two academic references required for the Institute application. Complete the Institute admission process and await the final admission decision.