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African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD)

AWARD Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship 2027, Cohort 2

AWARD has opened the call for the second cohort of its Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship, a two year non-residential fellowship that builds the capability, confidence and influence of mid-career African women agricultural scientists. Applications close on November 06, 2026 at 23:59 East Africa Time.

Eligibility: Be a woman working in science and agriculture

Deadline

November 6, 2026

Location

Egypt, Morocco, Ghana

Funding or benefit

A two year non-residential fellowship delivered by AWARD under the Africa-Australia Partnership for Climate Responsive Agriculture, funded by the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research in collaboration with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

The Open Notebook

The Open Notebook Early-Career Fellowship Program 2027

The Open Notebook runs a paid, part-time, remote fellowship for early-career science journalists. Over twelve months each fellow reports and writes four articles with the support of a weekly mentor and becomes part of the TON editorial team. The stipend is USD 6,600 and applications close on October 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM U.S. Central time.

Eligibility: Open to early-career science journalists. If you live outside the United States you are welcome to apply

Deadline

November 1, 2026

Location

Africa

Funding or benefit

A stipend of USD 6,600 for the twelve month, part-time fellowship.

Schlumberger Foundation

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027-2028

The Schlumberger Foundation awards Fellowships to women from developing and emerging economies to pursue PhD or post-doctoral research in STEM at a leading university abroad. Grants cover up to USD 50,000 per year for PhD study and up to USD 40,000 for post-doctoral research. New and renewal applications close on November 7, 2026 at 12:00 noon Central Standard Time.

Eligibility: Be a woman and a citizen of a low or middle income country where women are underrepresented in STEM

Deadline

November 7, 2026

Location

Africa

Funding or benefit

Up to USD 50,000 per year for PhD courses and up to USD 40,000 for post-doctoral research, based on actual expenses incurred by the student. An exceptional child care grant of up to USD 3,000 per child under six and USD 1,500 per child aged six to fifteen may be added, capped at USD 10,000 per grantee per grant year.

CIFAR (Canadian Institute for Advanced Research)

CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars Program 2027-2029

CIFAR is recruiting the 2027-2029 cohort of its Global Scholars Program, a two year interdisciplinary research community for early career principal investigators. Scholars receive 100,000 CAD in unrestricted research support, mentorship inside a CIFAR research program and targeted leadership training. Applications close on November 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.

Eligibility: Hold a PhD or equivalent

Deadline

November 4, 2026

Location

Africa

Funding or benefit

100,000 CAD in unrestricted research support over the two year term, plus eligibility to apply for CIFAR seed funds for interdisciplinary collaborations.

Equality Fund

Equality Fund Global Journalism Fellowship 2026

The Equality Fund is launching its inaugural Global Journalism Fellowship, supporting up to five journalists in ODA-recipient countries to publish fact-based stories on local solutions to global crises, with a focus on gender. Each fellow receives a stipend of CAD 4,000, up to CAD 500 in reporting expenses, editorial support, safety training and travel to one in-person convening. Applications close on November 8, 2026 at 11pm Eastern Standard Time.

Eligibility: At least three years of journalism experience

Deadline

November 9, 2026

Location

Africa

Funding or benefit

A stipend of CAD 4,000 per fellow, plus up to CAD 500 in reporting expenses and travel costs to the in-person convening.

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The Maple Awards

Maple Global Innovation Fellowship 2026 for Entrepreneurs, Researchers and Technology Professionals

The Maple Global Innovation Fellowship 2026 is a selective international network that brings together entrepreneurs, researchers, engineers and AI and robotics professionals who want to support emerging innovators across the global ecosystem.

Eligibility: Entrepreneurs and startup founders

Deadline

Timeline not announced

Location

Africa

Funding or benefit

Funding varies

Internet Society

Internet Society Fellowship Program 2026/2027 for Community Internet Builders

The Internet Society Fellowship Program is a 10 month leadership and learning experience for people already doing Internet work in their communities. Fellows get a dedicated mentor, a project stipend of up to USD 5,000, travel support to one Internet event and a place in a global alumni network. The first step is not the application, it is the free pre-fellowship training, which must be finished before 22 November 2026.

Eligibility: You are working on a project, advocacy, training or community initiative with a clear local Internet impact

Deadline

December 18, 2026

Location

Worldwide

Funding or benefit

A project stipend of up to USD 5,000, released on submission and approval of the project budget. Fellows also receive travel support to attend one global or regional Internet event relevant to their work. Enrolling in the pre-fellowship training does not by itself grant these benefits; they go to participants who complete the application and selection process and are offered a place.

French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, implemented by Campus France

MOPGA 2027 Visiting Fellowship in France for Early Career Environmental Researchers

MOPGA 2027 funds a 12 month research stay in a French laboratory for early career researchers from outside France who work on climate, energy, earth systems, sustainability and One Health. The fellowship pays a monthly allowance of EUR 2,500 plus a EUR 500 settling-in allowance, and applications close on 15 December 2026.

Eligibility: You hold a doctoral degree awarded less than five years before the application deadline, which for this call means you defended your thesis between December 2021 and December 2026 inclusive

Deadline

December 15, 2026

Location

France

Funding or benefit

A monthly allowance of EUR 2,500 for a fellowship period of 12 months, plus a EUR 500 settling-in allowance paid during the first month of the research stay. Health coverage, civil liability insurance and repatriation assistance are included, followed by supplementary health insurance once the fellow registers with the French social security system. International travel costs to France are not covered.

Mo Ibrahim Foundation

Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship 2027 for African Professionals

The 2027 Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Programme is now open and offers three fellowships of 12 months each in the executive offices of the African Development Bank in Abidjan, the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa in Addis Ababa, or the International Trade Centre in Geneva, with a stipend of up to USD 100,000 for the fellowship. For the UNECA host, applications close on Friday November 20, 2026 at 11:59 pm Addis Ababa time.

Eligibility: Be a national of an African country

Deadline

November 20, 2026

Location

Africa

Funding or benefit

The 2027 call states a stipend of up to USD 100,000 for the fellowship, across a 12 month placement with one of the three host organisations.

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Activate

Activate U.S. Fellowship Cohort 2027 for Hard-Tech Founders

Activate supports scientists and engineers becoming first-time hard-tech founders with a $100,000 annual living stipend, $100,000 in R&D support, $12,000 a year for travel and professional development, plus mentorship and entrepreneurship education. Applications for the U.S. Cohort 2027 close 30 October 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

Eligibility: A bachelor's degree

Deadline

October 30, 2026

Location

United States

Funding or benefit

A $100,000 living stipend per year, $100,000 in research and development support, $12,000 per year for travel and professional development, a health insurance stipend and a relocation allowance.

Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS)

Italy-AOSIS Fellowship Programme 2027 in New York

A one year fellowship for early-career professionals from AOSIS member countries, working at their Permanent Mission in New York on climate, ocean, environment and sustainable development. Fellows receive a $5,000 USD monthly stipend and a $5,000 settling-in allowance. Applications close Friday 20 November 2026 at 11:59 PM EST.

Eligibility: A national of an AOSIS member country

Deadline

November 21, 2026

Location

Global, United States

Funding or benefit

A monthly stipend of $5,000 USD for the one year programme, with housing costs to be covered from the stipend, plus a fixed settling-in allowance of $5,000, roundtrip economy airfare to New York City, a laptop, comprehensive health insurance and a travel budget for major international meetings.

Women at the Front of Digital Space

Call For Applications: Women at the Front of Digital Space Fellowship 2026 (Cohort I)

Applications are now open for the Women at the Front of Digital Space Fellowship 2026 (Cohort I) , a capacity-building programme designed to empower women with practical digital skills, leadership training, mentorship, and career development opportunities. The fellowship aims to increase women’s participation and leadership in the digital ecosystem by equipping participants with the knowledge, networks, and tools needed to thrive in technology and digital innovation. Fellowship Benefits Selected fellows will have access to: Comprehensive digital skills training Leadership and professional development sessions Mentorship from experienced professionals Networking opportunities with women in technology Practical learning and collaborative projects A community of women advancing digital innovation and leadership. Who Can Apply? The fellowship is open to women who are interested in building careers and leadership in the digital space, including: Students Recent graduates Early-career professionals Entrepreneurs Digital creators Technology enthusiasts Women seeking to develop digital and leadership skills. Applicants should review the official application form for the complete eligibilit

Eligibility: Who Can Apply

Deadline

Timeline not announced

Location

Africa

Funding or benefit

Funding varies