Funded Cultural Exchange Fellowship in Germany for Jordanians in 2027 with a Monthly Stipend of €650

The German Institute for Foreign Cultural Relations (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen – ifa) has announced that applications are now open for the CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowships 2027, an international professional fellowship and exchange program designed for professionals and volunteers working in civil society organizations from more than 40 countries, including several Arab countries.

The program offers 50 to 60 fellowships annually, allowing participants to spend two to three months at a host organization in Germany or one of the partner countries. The fellowship aims to enhance participants' professional skills, facilitate knowledge exchange, and strengthen international cooperation.

The program includes intercultural exchange workshops, professional meetings, and networking opportunities with experts and international organizations, enabling participants to share the knowledge and experience they gain with their organizations and communities after completing the fellowship.

Available Fields

• Politics and society.

• Media and culture.

• Human rights and peace.

• Sustainable development and climate justice.

• Democratic resilience, combating disinformation, and promoting civic engagement.

According to the official 2027 Fellowship Announcement for Jordan, international participants receive the following benefits:

• A monthly stipend of €650.

• Round-trip airfare.

• Accommodation throughout the fellowship period.

• A monthly public transportation pass in the host city.

• Health insurance during the fellowship.

• Reimbursement of visa fees.

• Participation in a four-day intercultural exchange workshop.

• Professional mentoring, development opportunities, and networking with the program's alumni network.

1. According to the official 2027 Fellowship Announcement, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

1. Be at least 23 years old at the time of application.

2. Have at least two years of documented professional or volunteer experience with a civil society organization in their home country.

3. Demonstrate proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

4. Be able to stay abroad for a relatively extended period.

5. Have a professional or volunteer affiliation with an organization working in one of the program's focus areas.

6. Not be enrolled as a university student at the time of application or during the fellowship year.

7. Not have received a similar fellowship or funding during the same year.

8. Non-Jordanian applicants holding long-term residency in Jordan may be eligible, subject to the program's requirements.