United StatesOther11 days leftFully FundedCommunity Solutions Program (CSP) 2027
ForsaEduforsaedu.comOpportunity Overview
A fully funded professional leadership programme of the U.S. Department of State, implemented by IREX, for community leaders working on local and regional economic development. Participants spend about three to four months in the U.S., including a 12-week practicum with a U.S. host organisation (August–October 2027), then return home for a nine-month SCALE-Up project. Eligible Arab countries: Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman and Tunisia. Ages 27–39, at least five years of community experience. Apply by 24 November 2026.
Funding Benefits & Coverage
3 BenefitsMost costs covered
J-1 visa support, round-trip travel, a monthly allowance for housing, meals and living costs, and accident and sickness coverage.
12-week U.S. practicum
Work with a U.S. host organisation, regional field visits and Innovation and Applied Skills Labs.
Follow-on SCALE-Up project
A nine-month project at home adapting a U.S. regional economic development model.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
5 CriteriaBotswana, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, and 62 others
Required Documents
3 DocsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2027 / 2028.
The venue is announced on the official website, from August 2, 2027 to November 4, 2027.
Yes, an official English proficiency certificate is required. Check the official website for the required score.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Most costs covered, 12-week U.S. practicum, Follow-on SCALE-Up project.
Eligible levels: Other.
The latest deadline we have is November 24, 2026. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Online application at csp.irex.org following the Application Instructions, Recorded video interview and an English test for later-stage candidates, Disclosure of any AI tool use in the application responses.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.irex.org/program/community-solutions-program-application-information. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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