Communication, Dissemination and Engagement Grant 2026 | HES-SO – Leading House MENA
Deadline: The call is open continuously until 15 November 2026, with cut-off dates on 15 May, 15 August, and 15 November 2026. Target Audience: Researchers and institutions in Switzerland working jointly with an eligible main partner in one of the MENA countries covered by the call. Opportunity Summary: This funding supports communication, dissemination, and engagement activities that strengthen collaboration between Switzerland and MENA countries. It is not a research grant; it funds time-bound activities that improve visibility, foster exchange with academic and non-academic audiences, and support the sustainability of partnerships. What It Supports:- Events such as conferences, workshops, and exhibitions.
- Communication materials such as leaflets, websites, digital tools, and audiovisual content.
- Open access academic publications when they are final dissemination outputs.
- Up to CHF 5,000 for other eligible activities.
- Up to CHF 2,500 for open access journal article APCs.
- Meaningful co-funding or in-kind contributions are expected.
- Researchers from Swiss federal and cantonal universities, universities of applied sciences, universities of teacher education, and public research institutions.
- The main applicant in Switzerland must hold a permanent position or one lasting until the end of the project.
- At least one main academic or institutional partner in an eligible MENA country is required.
- Applications must be submitted in English.
- Projects planning military applications will be rejected.
- Applications must be submitted on the K-Review platform.
- Original opportunity page: Click here
- Application platform: Click here
- Applicant guide: Download
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