The CrossCulture Programme (CCP) funds 50 to 60 professionals and volunteers from over 40 countries yearly 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 transcultural 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 transcultural 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.
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CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowships Fellowship
Aim and Benefits of CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowships Fellowship
- Participants from abroad: ifa will cover the following costs for participants from abroad:
- A monthly stipend of 650 euros
- Round-trip airfare
- Accommodation
- Monthly public transportation ticket within the fellow’s city of residence
- Health insurance
- Reimbursement of any visa fees incurred
- Participants from Germany: ifa will cover the following costs for participants from Germany:
- A monthly stipend of 1.200 euros (which must cover accommodation and other local expenses, such as transportation)
- Round-trip airfare
- Reimbursement of any visa fees incurred
- 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. No additional budget is available for accessibility measures, accommodations, or personal support services. The amount of the scholarship is subject to funding by the German Federal Foreign Office.
Requirements for CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowships Fellowship Qualification
What are the prerequisites?
- 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); Please be aware that the programme currently cannot provide or finance individual accessibility accommodations.
- Exclusion criteria: Students are not eligible to participate in the programme, as are individuals who receive another form of funding in the same year, such as a fellowship.
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
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 2027, the programme will also focus on the following key issue:
Interview date, Process and Venue for CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowships Fellowship
- 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 2027. The programme will run from May to November 2027.
- Applicants who have not been selected will also be informed by e-mail. Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications, we are unable to provide information about the reasons for not being selected.
Documents Required for Application
- Curriculum vitae in English with details about education/training, work experience, volunteering and other skills
- Letter of recommendation from a supervisor in the applicant’s home organisation/workplace in the applicant’s country of origin, using this template
- Photo is optional
Check also:
Swedish Institute Scholarships 2027
Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship 2027
Application Deadline
December 8, 2026How to Apply
- Select the appropriate country call for applications on the application portal.
- 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.
- Submit your completed application online via the application portal. ifa ask you to fill out the application in person without the use of AI.
Incomplete applications, applications sent by e-mail and applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
For more information, kindly visit the IFA webpage.
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