Fellowships, Scholarships, Grants and Talent Programmes

Fellowships, Scholarships, Grants and Talent Programmes are offered by a number of UN or affiliated entities. We try to consolidate these opportunities into the below list.

The main purpose of UN fellowships, scholarships, grants and talent programmes are to provide financial and/or educational support to individuals who demonstrate exceptional abilities or potential in a particular field.

Intercultural Innovation Hub 2026

The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and the BMW Group, with the support of Accenture, are pleased to announce the 2026 cycle of the Intercultural Innovation Hub (IIH). As a catalyst for growth and greater impact, the Intercultural Innovation Hub continues to connect people...

2026 Young Trade Leaders Programme

The WTO is inviting applications for the 2026 Young Trade Leaders Programme, an initiative aimed at fostering a better understanding of the WTO's work and international trade among young people and creating a network of Young Trade Leaders around...

Open Call: UNCCD COP17 media reporting fellowship

The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) and the International Drought Resilience Alliance (IDRA) are launching the UNCCD COP17 Land and Drought Media Reporting Fellowship to support journalists covering one of the defining, yet underreported, stories of our time: the growing...

2026 Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship

The application period for the 2026 Reham Al-Farra (RAF) Memorial Journalism Fellowship is now OPEN until 3 April 2026. Interested applicants can submit their applications online. Please read the FAQ for comprehensive programme information before applying. Who is eligible for the fellowship?  The...

UNESCO Media and Information Literacy Alliance

UNESCO MIL Alliance is a global network that fosters international cooperation in advancing Media and Information Literacy (MIL). It serves as a platform for diverse stakeholders (such as civil society organizations, academic institutions, regulators, media entities, digital enterprises, libraries,...

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