Call for CCP Fellowships

The Ifa – Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen is seeking applications for its Cross Culture Programme (CCP) Fellowships to enable professionals and committed volunteers to work for two to three months in an intercultural environment, to network globally and acquire new skills.

The Cross Culture Programme funds around 55 to 60 professionals and dedicated volunteers from over 40 countries with its fellowships. Fellows spend two to three months working with host organisations in Germany or CCP partner countries to broaden their expertise, build valuable networks and further develop their intercultural skills. In return, the host organisations benefit from the expertise, regional knowledge and networks of the CCP Fellows. Participants have the opportunity to take part in cross-cultural workshops, networking events and professional meetings organised by the CCP.

The CCP Fellowships for 2025 will be offered as on-site Fellowships. Depending on individual circumstances and applicable travel regulations, Fellows may also opt for digital participation, subject to funding by the Federal Foreign Office.

Who can apply?

Applications are currently accepted from: Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Egypt, Georgia, Germany, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Mauritania, Mexico, Mongolia, Morocco, Nepal, Pakistan, Palestinian Territories, Philippines, Republic of Moldova, Russia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Tunisia, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam.

Application requirements

• Minimum age is 23 years at the time of application
• Work experience: At least two years of proven professional experience or volunteer work in a civil society organisation in the home country
• Language skills: Good command of written and spoken English
• Health status: Ability to undertake a prolonged stay abroad
• Preferred qualifications: Long-term social or community commitment
• Existing or planned collaboration with an organisation in the host country
• Additional language skills, particularly German

Aim

The aim of the CCP Fellowships is to support and strengthen civil society actors in their commitment. This includes the following:

• Collaboration with a host organisation from the CCP network
• Mentoring for the duration of the Fellowship
• Professional development opportunities (online or on-site) in the Fellows’ field of work
• Networking with other CCP Fellowship holders
• Inclusion in the CCP alumni network

Focus Areas

CCP Fellowships are principally awarded to people working in the following subjects and professional fields:

• Policy and Society
• Media and Culture
• Human Rights and Peace
• Sustainable Development and Climate Justice

How to apply

The application deadline for this fellowship is December 5, 2024. To learn more and apply, please click here.