Applications are now open for the Global Majority AI Fellowship 2026. The program will take place in Geneva on 6-7 March 2026, during the UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance. The alliance combines the first meeting in Geneva with the second meeting in New York. It is designed for people working in areas such as artificial intelligence, technology equity, ethics, digital rights, and equitable access to innovation. The program is organized by the Heinrich Böll Foundation. There is no application fee, and all costs are paid in full. More details are provided below.
Program Overview
- Program: Global Majority AI Fellowship 2026
- Duration: 3 Days
- Fellowship Dates: July 6-7, 2026
- Organizer: Heinrich Boll Foundation
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: Rolling Basis
Financial Benefits
- Travel Costs to/from Switzerland
- Airport Transfer
- Three Nights of Accommodation
About the Fellowship
The Global Majority AI Fellowship supports individuals who explore how artificial intelligence impacts society, policy, justice, culture, and communities around the world.
The fellowship creates a collaborative space for participants to:
- Discuss AI governance and ethics.
- Exploring technology and social justice.
- Researching and storytelling.
- Attend workshops and provide mentoring.
- Building international networks .
Why This Fellowship Matters
Artificial intelligence is rapidly shaping the economy, education, jobs, governance, and media around the world. This fellowship aims to ensure that the voices of the majority of the world’s population are included in conversations about:
- AI ethics
- responsible innovation
- digital rights
- equity and inclusion
- public policy
Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible Regions: Candidates must be currently based in countries receiving Official Development Assistance (ODA).
- Experience Level: Emerging or experienced leaders and experts.
- Professional Background: local officials, students, Activists, researchers, or technologists.
- Core Focus Areas:
- Data justice
- AI governance
- Digital rights
- Environmental and climate justice (or related fields)
- Key Perspective: A strong focus on the global dimensions of AI policy.
Application Documents
- Resume
- Motivational statement
How to Apply for Fellowship 2026?
The link to the official website is below.
