The CCP Fellowships enable professionals and committed volunteers to work for two to three months in an intercultural environment, to network globally and acquire new skills. The call for CCP Fellowships 2025 is open between 15 October and 5 December 2024!

Strengthening civil societies: CCP Fellowships

The CrossCulture Programme (CCP) funds around 55 to 60 professionals and dedicated volunteers from over 40 countries with its CCP 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 experience gained abroad will be integrated into the work of the Fellows’ home organisations upon their return.

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.

What are the 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 (if you are uncertain whether your state of health allows you to participate, please contact crossculture@ifa.de)
• Exclusion criteria: students are not eligible to participate in the programme

Preferred qualifications:

• Long-term social or community commitment
• Existing or planned collaboration with an organisation in the host country
• Additional language skills, particularly German

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
  In 2025, the programme will also focus on the following key issues:
• Gender and Diversity
• Culture of Remembrance

What does funding include?

The aim of the CCP Fellowship 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
• For Fellowship holders focussing on one of the CCP’s 2025 key topics: participation in an additional event

Funding provided by ifa for International Fellows:

• A monthly stipend of 650 euros
• Coverage of travel expenses, accommodation, monthly public transport passes, health insurance and visa fees

Funding by ifa for Fellows from Germany:

• A monthly stipend of 1.200 euros
• Reimbursement of travel expenses (round trip), visa fees and health insurance
• The programme does not provide for the accompaniment of family members such as spouses/partners or children. ifa will not assume any additional costs or responsibilities for other individuals. The amount of the scholarship is subject to funding by the German Federal Foreign Office.

How can I apply for the CCP Fellowship?

Application in 3 steps:

1. Select the appropriate call: navigate to the ‘Call for Applications’ section on this website and select the relevant country-specific call to access the application portal.
2. Complete the application: fill in the application form and upload all required documents. Please note that the system does not allow you to save drafts, so make sure that all your documents are ready for uploading before starting your application.
3. Submit your application: submit your completed application online via the application portal. Incomplete applications, applications by e-mail and applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered

Required application documents:

• Up-to-date curriculum vitae in English: provide detailed information on your education, work experience, voluntary work and other relevant skills
• Letter of recommendation: a recommendation from your home organisation or employer in your home country, preferably from a supervisor, using the template
• Optional: a recent photo

Application deadline: the application period for 2025 will be between 15 October and 5 December 2024.

What happens after applying?

After submitting your application, you will receive an e-mail confirming receipt of your documents.

After the deadline has expired, shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview by the Selection Board.
The finally selected Fellows are expected to be notified of their participation in the CCP Fellowship Programme by e-mail in March/April 2025. The programme will run from May to November 2025.
Applicants who have not been selected will also be informed by e-mail. Please note that ifa does not give any reason(s) why an application has been rejected.

Documents to Download
The necessary template for the application and further information can be downloaded here:

• Template for the Letter of Recommendation

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