Empower Change: Fully Funded Gender Equality Fellowship in Iceland

Are you passionate about gender equality and eager to create real change in your community? The GRÓ Gender Equality Studies and Training (GEST) Programme at the University of Iceland is now accepting nominations for its 2026 academic session. This fully funded fellowship offers an intensive five-month postgraduate-level programme (30 ECTS) designed for young professionals and researchers committed to driving gender equality initiatives.

What’s in It for You?

If selected, you’ll receive a comprehensive scholarship covering everything you need to focus on your studies:

✅ Tuition fees – Fully covered
✅ Round-trip airfare – Travel expenses taken care of
✅ Visa costs – No worries about application fees
✅ On-campus accommodation – Comfortable stay in Reykjavík
✅ Daily stipend – Support for living expenses

Programme at a Glance

📅 Deadline: 8 March 2025
🏫 Host Institution: University of Iceland
⏳ Duration: January – May 2026 (One semester, 30 ECTS)
📍 Location: Reykjavík, Iceland
💰 Funding: Fully covered (tuition, travel, accommodation, stipend)
👥 Participants: 20-25 young professionals from eligible countries

Since its start, 241 fellows from 38 countries have completed the GEST Fellowship, returning home with the skills and knowledge to promote gender equality on a global scale.

Who Can Apply?

• Education & Experience: You’ll need a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant experience in gender equality initiatives. English proficiency is also required.

• Career & Leadership: This fellowship is for young professionals and researchers with leadership potential and a strong commitment to driving social change.

• Country Eligibility: Applicants must be nationals and residents of low- or middle-income countries or conflict-affected regions eligible for Official Development Assistance (ODA) per the OECD DAC list. Priority is given to those from least developed and lower-middle-income nations.

• Nomination Requirement: You must be nominated by your employer or supervisor—self-nominations are not accepted.

What You’ll Learn

The GEST Fellowship covers six key areas through interactive seminars, hands-on projects, and mentorship from top academics and professionals:

📌 Theories and Concepts of Gender
📌 Project Development Tools
📌 Gender, Violence, and Security
📌 Gender, Labour, and Migration
📌 Gender, Environment, and Climate Change
📌 Final Assignment (Research or Applied Project)

How to Apply?

• Step 1: Nomination (by 8 March 2025) – Your employer or supervisor must submit your nomination via the GEST website.

• Step 2: Individual Application (March – April 2025) – Shortlisted candidates will submit personal applications, including academic and professional documents.

• Step 3: Selection & Invitation – If selected, you’ll receive an official invitation to join the 2026 cohort.

📢 Key Dates to Remember

🟢 Call for Nominations: Ongoing
📅 Nomination Deadline: 8 March 2025
📝 Individual Applications: March – April 2025
🚀 Programme Starts: January 2026
🎓 Programme Ends: May 2026

Apply Now – Shape the Future of Gender Equality!

The GRÓ GEST Fellowship is a life-changing opportunity to expand your knowledge, develop leadership skills, and make a tangible impact in gender equality. With full funding, world-class training, and global networking, this fellowship prepares you to be a leader in social change.

For full details and to submit a nomination, visit: GRÓ GEST Official Website.

🌟 Don’t wait! Talk to your employer today about nominating you before 8 March 2025! 🌟