Second Call for EaP Civil Society Fellows 2026
This special call introduces Fellowships Without Borders – a new opportunity for civil society activists from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine whose work, learning, partnerships, or communities extend beyond national borders.
Check the Call for Applications and apply before September 11, 2026!
To learn more, register for the Info Session on July 15, 2026 at 14:00 CET.
What are the benefits of the Fellowship Programme?
approximately EUR 5,000 in financial support for the Fellowship project;
access to mentoring and coaching support;
participation in training and learning opportunities;
opportunities to attend networking and international events;
access to the EaP Civil Society Fellowship alumni network.
Who should apply?
Applicants must:
be citizens of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, or Ukraine;
be at least 18 years old;
have a proven record of civic engagement, community leadership, or civic innovation;
demonstrate a good working knowledge of English (minimum B1 level);
not have previously benefited from the EaP Civil Society Fellowship Programme.
Fellowships are awarded to individuals and not to organisations!
What makes a Fellowship Without Borders project?
For this Call, applicants for a ‘Fellowship Without Borders’ must demonstrate:
Commitment to positive social change: applicants must show that they are committed to leading or contributing to positive social change in their community, or for the benefit of their community, be that a geographic location, a specific sector, or a group of citizens or practitioners.
The “Without Borders” component: applicants must clearly explain:
how a learning activity in another country will be used to strengthen their constructive engagement with their communities and/or the authorities;
and/or
how they will support their fellow citizens active in civil society in another country to contribute to policy dialogue and advocacy on behalf of their community wherever it is situated.
What activities can be supported?
Indicative activities include:
study visits;
job shadowing;
internships;
research projects;
advocacy and awareness campaigns;
community mobilisation initiatives;
organisational development activities;
mentoring and capacity-building programmes;
cooperation between civic actors in different countries;
civic technology development and promotion;
data collection, analysis, and evidence-based policy work.
Activities should generate practical results and contribute to the Fellow’s leadership development and the wellbeing of communities of people from the Eastern Partnership region.