International Parliamentary Scholarship Programme for African Countries

The programme is aimed at scholars who are interested in politics and who wish to make an active contribution to democracy and a vibrant civil society in their home countries after completing the programme.

In a compact four-week programme, up to 24 fellows can get to know the German parliamentary system and the political decision-making processes in the German Bundestag at first hand.

The programme provides a compact introduction to parliamentary democracy and the functioning of the German Bundestag. Other topics include pluralist society, minority protection, and culture of remembrance as a political task. There will be a series of workshops on a variety of topics, including anti-corruption and intercultural training. A project management workshop will help participants develop their own project ideas to promote democracy and civil society in their home countries.

Benefits

• Participants will receive a stipend of 700 euros. The German Bundestag will also cover the cost of health, accident and personal liability insurance.
• Accommodation in a shared apartment (two people sharing) will be provided free of charge. Travel costs to and from Berlin will also be covered.

Eligibility Criteria

• Citizenship of a participating country (dual citizenship is possible)
• Under the age of 30 at the start of the scholarship on January 1st
• University degree
• Good knowledge of German (at least level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
• Interest in politics, and social/political commitment.

For more information, visit German Bundestag.