CrossCulture Programme 2026/2027: International Fellowship Opportunities for Professionals and Volunteers

Overview

The CrossCulture Programme is an international fellowship initiative established in 2005 by ifa, which is Germany’s Institute for Foreign Cultural Relations. The programme aims to foster intercultural dialogue, build long-term cooperation, and strengthen civil society networks among professionals and volunteers. It typically supports around 50 to 60 fellowship recipients every year and has built an alumni network consisting of more than 1,200 individuals.

What you get

The programme comprises three main initiatives. The CCP Fellowship provides individual fellowships for professionals and committed volunteers to gain international experience, build professional skills, and establish relationships with colleagues in Germany or participating partner countries. CCP Synergy supports institutional collaboration and joint initiatives between organisations in Germany and partner countries to benefit civil society. CCP Community offers alumni opportunities to continue learning, collaborate, take part in professional meetings, and strengthen relationships formed during the programme.

Who can apply

The initiative is open to professionals and committed volunteers working across more than 40 partner countries and Germany. Eligible fields include culture and the arts, education, human rights, civil society, community development, sustainability and environmental issues, science, and media.