UNESCO Chair Fellowship 2026

by | Dec 11, 2025

The UNESCO Chair in Interdisciplinary Anticipation and Global-Local Transformation at the University of Stavanger, Norway, offers a digital fellowship program for individuals working on topics aligned with the Chair’s mission. This fellowship provides a unique opportunity for researchers, practitioners, artists, and activists to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team on themes of shared interest related to foresight, sustainability, and transformative change.

Program Details and Benefits

  • Format: This is a digital (remote) fellowship. It does not involve relocation to Norway.
  • Collaboration: Fellows get the opportunity to collaborate with the UNESCO Chair’s team on research, publications, or other projects.
  • Networking: Access to the Chair’s international network of academics and practitioners.
  • Mentorship: Guidance and support from the UNESCO Chair team for the duration of the fellowship.
  • Recognition: Fellows receive a digital certificate upon completion of the fellowship period.
  • Funding: Please note that this fellowship does not include a financial stipend, salary, or any funding. It is an unpaid collaborative opportunity.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Open to: Researchers (including PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows), practitioners, artists, and activists from around the world.
  • Research Focus: Applicants must have a project or a clear interest in topics that align with the UNESCO Chair’s focus on interdisciplinary anticipation and global-local transformation.
  • Commitment: Applicants should be able to dedicate time to collaborate on a mutually agreed-upon project or output during the fellowship period.

Application Process

  • Application Deadline: December 19, 2025.
  • Application Method: Applications are submitted through an online form.
  • Required Documents: The application typically requires:
    • A Curriculum Vitae (CV).
    • A letter of motivation outlining your interest and proposed area of collaboration.
    • A description of the project you wish to work on during the fellowship.

Application Link:

For full details and to access the application form, please visit the official UNESCO Chair page at the University of Stavanger.

Click here for the UNESCO Chair Fellowship Page

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