ifa CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship in Germany 2027

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.

The CCP Fellowships for 2027 will be offered as on-site Fellowships. Depending on individual circumstances and applicable travel regulations, Fellows may also opt for digital participation. The programme is subject to funding by the German Federal Foreign Office.

• Table of Content
• About Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa)
• ifa CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship
• Aim and Benefits of ifa CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship
• Requirements for ifa CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for ifa CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa)

Das ifa (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen) fördert als Mittlerorganisation der Auswärtigen Kulturpolitik den internationalen Kunst- und Kulturaustausch.

ifa CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship

Application Deadline	08 Dec 2026
Country to study	Germany
Type	Fellowship
Sponsor	Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa)
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of ifa CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship

The aim of the CCP Fellowship is to support and strengthen civil society actors in their commitment. This includes the following:

• Collaboration with a host organisation from the CCP network
• Mentoring for the duration of the Fellowship
• Professional development opportunities (online or on-site) in the Fellows' field of work
• 3-4-day Transcultural Workshop
• Networking with other CCP Fellowship holders
• Inclusion in the CCP alums network

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

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 ifa CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship Qualification

• 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:

• Democratic Resilience

Interview date, Process and Venue for ifa CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship

What to expect after applying 

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:
ALCHE Mastercard Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship to Study In Mauritius 2027 (Fully Funded)
Swedish Institute Global Professional Scholarship 2027/2028

Application Deadline

December 8, 2026

How to Apply

1. Select the appropriate country call for applications on the application portal.
2. 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.
3. Submit your completed application online via the application portal. We 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, visit Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen Fellowship webpage