GRÓ GEST Fellowship 2026 | Fully Funded Gender Equality Program in Iceland

Applications for the GRO GEST Fellowship 2026 are now available in Iceland. This is a fully funded fellowship at the University of Iceland. The GRO GEST Fellowship is a five-month training program for young professionals in poor and middle-income countries. Upon completion of the fellowship, students will receive a Postgraduate diploma in Gender Equality Studies and Training (GEST). The University of Iceland in Reykjavík, Iceland, will host the Fellowship from January to May 2026. It is a fully funded program that includes all expenses. Each year, 20-25 young professionals are chosen to attend the program. The Program's comprehensive strategy seeks to promote gender equality and social justice in low- and middle-income nations.

Details about GRO GEST Fellowship 2026

Modules of GRO GEST Fellowship 2026

The Fellowship includes multidisciplinary modules:

• Theories and Concepts of Gender
• Project Development Tools
• Gender, Violence, and Security
• Gender, Labor, and Migration
• Gender, Environment and Climate Change

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Financial Benefits

The Program Covers:

• Round Airfare Tickets
• Visa Cost
• Accommodation
• Daily Allowance/Stipend

Eligibility Criteria

• The GRO GEST Fellowship is open to applicants from low- and middle-income countries.
• Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
• Language: Proficient in spoken and written English.
• Experience: Two or more years of professional experience.
• Age: preferably under 35.
• Skills: Proven leadership potential and dedication to gender equality.

Applications Open

The application date for GRO GEST Fellowship 2026 about is March 8, 2025. Apply Now!

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