Fully Funded Cultural Exchange Fellowship in Germany 2027 for Palestinians with a Monthly Allowance of €650
Applicant criteria
- NationalityPalestine
- Age23 - 60
- GenderBoth
Opportunity criteria
- Opportunity FieldMedia and Journalism, Political Sciences and Economy, Others
- Job locationGermany
- Deadline2026-12-08
Opportunity description
The German Institute for Foreign Cultural Relations (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen – ifa) has announced the opening of applications for the CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship 2027, an international fellowship program targeting professionals and volunteers working in civil society organizations. The program offers participants the opportunity to gain professional experience and engage in cultural exchange at host organizations in Germany or partner countries.
This opportunity is specifically open to applicants from Palestine (the West Bank) and offers a two- to three-month professional fellowship aimed at developing skills, exchanging knowledge, and strengthening international cooperation between civil society organizations.
Participants receive a monthly allowance of €650, in addition to coverage of travel expenses, accommodation, health insurance, local transportation, and visa fees.
Benefits
Receive a monthly allowance of €650 throughout the fellowship period.
Round-trip airfare covered.
Free accommodation throughout the stay.
Receive a monthly public transportation pass in the host city.
Health insurance coverage.
Reimbursement of visa fees.
Opportunity to gain practical experience at a host organization in Germany or one of the partner countries.
Benefit from professional mentoring throughout the fellowship.
Participate in a four-day training workshop on intercultural communication and exchange.
Access professional development and job-related training opportunities.
Participate in networking meetings and events with international fellows and organizations.
Build a professional network with civil society organizations.
Join the CCP Alumni Network.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be at least 23 years old at the time of application.
Have at least two years of documented professional or volunteer experience with a civil society organization in their home country.
Have a good command of English, both spoken and written.
Be available to participate in a two- to three-month professional placement abroad.
Work or volunteer in one of the fields targeted by the program.
Not be currently enrolled as a student.
Not receive any other funding that conflicts with the fellowship during the same year.
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Fully Funded Cultural Exchange Fellowship in Germany 2027 for Palestinians with a Monthly Allowance of €650