Heinrich Boll Foundation Washington DC Global Majority AI Fellowship 2026
Heinrich Boll Foundation Washington DC
Quick Facts
A word from Eli, founder of Rise Africa Scholars
MSc Information Security — Unicaf Scholar
While you wait for a fully funded opportunity, don’t put your education on hold. I completed my MSc through Unicaf — studying online from Nairobi while working full-time. The tuition discount made it genuinely affordable, and the degree is from an accredited UK university.
If you’re serious about advancing your career now, I’d encourage you to explore it. I only recommend what I’ve used myself.
About This Scholarship
The Heinrich Boll Foundation Washington DC Global Majority AI Fellowship 2026 is a fully funded international fellowship supporting civil society leaders, researchers, activists, and technologists from the Global South to participate in the first session of the United Nations Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva, Switzerland. The fellowship aims to ensure that voices from underrepresented regions become part of global discussions on AI governance and digital policy.
What This Scholarship Covers
- International travel expenses to Geneva, Switzerland
- Airport transportation
- Accommodation support for up to three nights
- UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance access
- Conference registration and accreditation
- Official access to the UN Global Dialogue
- Networking opportunities with global leaders, policymakers, and civil society experts
- International exposure through policy engagement
- Promotion through social media and public platforms
- Membership in international network focused on AI governance
Who Can Apply
- 1 Must work in AI governance, digital rights, data justice, climate justice, or related fields
- 2 Must be an activist, researcher, student, local official, or technologist
- 3 Must come from countries receiving Official Development Assistance
- 4 Must have an interest in global AI policy and international cooperation
- 5 Must be available to travel to Geneva from 6 to 7 July 2026
- 6 Must actively engage in discussions and networking activities during the fellowship