A Travel Opportunity to Germany with CrossCulture Programme (CCP) 2026 | Fully Funded

Opportunities

The CrossCulture Programme (CCP) is one of the leading international programmes aimed at enhancing the capacities of civil society professionals, building cultural bridges between countries, and developing the skills of young leaders and professionals around the world.
Through this programme, participants gain a professional experience in Germany or in partner countries for a duration of two to three months, in addition to cross-cultural workshops and long-lasting international professional networks.

Programme Details

Application Period: 15 October 2025 – 10 December 2025
Fellowship Implementation Period: May – November 2026
Mode of Participation: On-site fellowship, with the possibility of digital participation in special cases
Number of Fellows: 55 – 60 participants from more than 40 countries
Funding Institution: German Federal Foreign Office

Programme Objectives:

Strengthen civil societies
Develop cross-cultural skills
Build international cooperation networks
Integrate acquired experience into participants’ home organizations upon return

Funding provided

For participants from outside Germany:

Monthly stipend: €650
Round-trip flight ticket
Accommodation
Monthly local transportation ticket
Health insurance
Visa fee coverage

For participants from Germany:

Monthly stipend: €1,200 (includes accommodation and expenses)
Round-trip flight ticket
Health insurance
Visa fee coverage

Important: The programme does not allow family members to accompany the fellow and does not cover any of their expenses.

Who Can Apply?

Basic Requirements:

Minimum age: 23 years at the time of application
Experience: At least 2 years of professional or volunteer work in a civil society organization
Language: Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
Health condition: Ability to stay abroad for several months

Preferable for applicants to have:

Long-term commitment to community work
Current or planned cooperation with an organization in the host country
Additional language skills, especially German

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Tasks of the Fellow

Working within a host organization in Germany or a partner country
Attending cross-cultural workshops
Participating in professional events and networking activities
Transferring the acquired experience to their home organization

Professional Fields Targeted by the Fellowship

Politics and society
Media and culture
Human rights and peace
Sustainable development and climate justice

Focused Topics for 2026:

Culture of Remembrance
Democratic Resilience

Eligible Countries

A wide range of countries from:
Africa, Asia, Latin America, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, in addition to Germany itself.

Including (but not limited to):
Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Jordan, Iraq, Palestine, Lebanon, Libya, Algeria, UAE, and others.

Note: The list of countries may change annually according to the agreement between ifa and the German Federal Foreign Office.

How to Apply

Select your country from the official application portal
Fill out the application form and upload all required documents
Drafts cannot be saved – prepare all files in advance
Submit the application through the online portal before the deadline
Incomplete applications or submissions via email or after the deadline will not be accepted.

Required Documents

CV in English (including education, experience, volunteering, skills)
Recommendation letter from a supervisor in the organization (according to the official template on the website)
Personal photo (optional)

What Happens After Applying?

Receive a confirmation email
After the application period ends: Selected candidates are invited to an interview with the selection committee
Final results announced in March/April 2026
Unsuccessful applicants will also be notified (without justification)