Which African countries can apply? In Africa, this fellowship is open only to applicants from Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco and Tunisia. It’s also open to about 35 countries in Asia, Latin America, the Middle East and Eastern Europe. Applicants from other African countries aren’t eligible this year.
Do you work or volunteer with a civil society organisation in North Africa? Germany’s Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa) is accepting applications for the CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowships 2027, funded by the German Federal Foreign Office. Fellows spend two to three months with a host organisation in Germany or a partner country, with a €650 monthly stipend, flights, accommodation and health insurance covered. Applications close on 8 December 2026 at 23:59 CET.
Fellowship at a Glance
- Organiser: ifa (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen), Germany
- Funder: German Federal Foreign Office
- Duration: Two to three months, in person (digital participation possible in some cases)
- Where: A host organisation in Germany or another CCP partner country
- Places: 50–60 fellows a year from over 40 countries
- Stipend: €650 a month, plus flights, accommodation, transport, health insurance and visa fees
- Eligible African countries: Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Tunisia
- Deadline: 8 December 2026, 23:59 CET (22:59 GMT)
About the CrossCulture Programme
The CrossCulture Programme aims to strengthen civil society. Each fellow works alongside a host organisation in their field, shares knowledge and builds new partnerships. They then take what they’ve learned back to their home organisation. Fellows also join a transcultural workshop, networking events and professional meetings, and become part of a large CCP alumni network.
Focus Areas
Fellowships are mainly awarded to people working in:
- Policy and society
- Media and culture
- Human rights and peace
- Sustainable development and climate justice
- Democratic resilience (a special focus for 2027)
Benefits
For participants travelling from abroad, ifa covers:
- A monthly stipend of €650
- Return airfare
- Accommodation
- A monthly public transport ticket in your host city
- Health insurance
- Reimbursement of visa fees
The programme also includes:
- Work with a host organisation from the CCP network
- Mentoring throughout the fellowship
- Professional development in your field, online or in person
- A four-day transcultural workshop
- Networking with other fellows, and lifelong membership of the CCP alumni network
The fellowship doesn’t cover family members, such as a spouse, partner or children.
Eligibility
- You’re from an eligible country. In Africa, that means Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco or Tunisia.
- You’re at least 23 when you apply.
- You have at least two years of proven work or volunteer experience with a civil society organisation in your home country.
- You have solid written and spoken English, the programme’s main language.
- You’re able to stay abroad for an extended period.
Not eligible: students, and anyone receiving another fellowship or similar funding in the same year.
Desirable: long-term community commitment, an existing or planned partnership with an organisation in the host country, and other languages, especially German.
Tips for a Strong Application
- Write it yourself. ifa asks applicants to fill out the application personally, without using AI.
- Show your civil society track record. Give clear examples of projects you led or supported and the impact they had.
- Explain what you’ll bring back. Describe how the fellowship will strengthen your home organisation after you return.
- Link to the 2027 focus. If your work touches on democratic resilience, such as civic participation, free media or countering disinformation, say so.
- Mention possible host partners. An existing or planned link with an organisation in Germany or a partner country is a plus.
- Watch ifa’s introduction video on the application portal before you start.
How to Apply
- Go to the CCP application portal and open the “CCP Fellowship 2027” call for your country (for example, Egypt or Morocco).
- Read the call and click “Apply now”.
- Complete the online application form in English.
- Submit before 23:59 CET on 8 December 2026.
For questions, especially about the health requirement, contact ifa at [email protected].
Apply for the ifa CrossCulture Programme Fellowship 2027
