IFA CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowships 2026 for Young Professionals and Volunteers ( Fully funded to Germany)

Applications are now open for IFA CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowships 2026 for Young Professionals and Volunteers ( Fully funded to Germany).The CrossCulture Programme (CCP), funded by the German Federal Foreign Office and implemented by ifa (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen), is offering 2026 CCP Fellowships for professionals and volunteers from over 40 countries. The fellowship provides participants with an opportunity to gain professional experience in Germany or CCP partner countries while promoting international collaboration and intercultural understanding.

Each year, around 55 to 60 fellows spend two to three months working with host organisations, taking part in workshops, and building global networks that strengthen their professional and social engagement.

Programme Overview

The CCP Fellowship supports individuals committed to civil society work by fostering global connections and knowledge exchange. Fellows contribute their expertise to host institutions while acquiring new skills and perspectives that they apply upon returning to their home countries.

The 2026 edition will primarily take place on-site in Germany or partner countries. Digital participation may be possible depending on travel and personal circumstances.

Application Period: 15 October – 10 December 2025.

Participating Countries

Eligible applicants must be citizens or residents of one of the following:
Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Egypt, Georgia, Germany, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Mauritania, Mexico, Mongolia, Morocco, Nepal, Pakistan, Palestinian Territories, Philippines, Republic of Moldova, Russia, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan, Thailand, Tunisia, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, and Vietnam.

The list of participating countries is determined annually by ifa and the German Federal Foreign Office.

Eligibility

• 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: Solid command of written and spoken English (as English is the main language of the programme, for example in the transcultural workshop).
• Health status: Ability to undertake a prolonged stay abroad (If you have any questions or doubts related to this prerequisite, please contact crossculture(at)ifa.de).
• Exclusion criteria: students are not eligible to participate in the programme.

What is desirable?

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

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Focus Areas for 2026

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

Special Focus Themes for 2026:

• Culture of Remembrance
• Democratic Resilience

Funding and Benefits

For Participants from Abroad:

• Monthly stipend of €650
• Round-trip airfare
• Accommodation
• Monthly local transport ticket
• Health insurance
• Reimbursement of visa fees

For Participants from Germany:

• Monthly stipend of €1,200
• Round-trip airfare
• Health insurance
• Reimbursement of visa fees

Additional Benefits:

• Placement at a host organisation within the CCP network
• Mentorship during the fellowship
• 3–4-day Transcultural Workshop
• Networking with other fellows and alumni
• Professional development opportunities

Note: Family members cannot accompany fellows. The fellowship amount depends on funding availability from the German Federal Foreign Office.

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Required Documents

• Applicants must submit:
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae in English
• A Letter of Recommendation from a supervisor at their home organisation (template provided by CCP)
• A Photo (optional)

How to Apply

Applications open from 15 October to 10 December 2025.
For full details and to apply for IFA CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowships 2026, visit the official CCP website:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Who can apply for the CCP Fellowship 2026?
Professionals or volunteers aged 23 and above with at least two years of experience in civil society work from eligible countries may apply. Students are not eligible.

2. What is the duration of the fellowship?
The fellowship lasts between two and three months, depending on the host organisation’s arrangement.

3. Is the fellowship fully funded?
Yes. ifa covers stipends, airfare, accommodation, health insurance, and visa fees for selected participants.

4. What is the main language of the programme?
English is the main language used in all programme workshops and events.

5. Can family members accompany me?
No. The programme does not cover costs or arrangements for family members or dependents.

6. Which sectors are eligible for the fellowship?
Applicants working in policy, media, culture, human rights, peacebuilding, sustainable development, or climate justice are eligible.

7. How are applicants selected?
Selection is based on professional experience, motivation, relevance to CCP themes, and potential impact on the applicant’s home organisation.

8. When will selected fellows be notified?
Successful candidates will be notified after the evaluation process, typically in the first quarter of 2026.

9. Who funds the CCP Fellowship?
The programme is funded by the German Federal Foreign Office and implemented by ifa (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen).