IFIP Global Conference 2027 Scholarships in Australia (Fully Funded)
International Funders for Indigenous Peoples (IFIP) is offering fully funded scholarships for Indigenous leaders from Asia-Pacific, Africa and Latin America to attend the IFIP Global Conference 2027 in Darwin, Australia. Apply by 6 November 2026.
What Is This Opportunity?
International Funders for Indigenous Peoples (IFIP) is offering fully funded scholarships for Indigenous leaders to attend the IFIP Global Conference 2027 in Darwin, Australia.
The conference brings together Indigenous leaders, communities and funders from around the world. They share knowledge, experiences and solutions on Indigenous rights, leadership, climate, gender equality and philanthropy.
Selected Indigenous youth can also join the 3rd Global Indigenous Youth Dialogue, held during the conference.
Important Dates
- Application deadline: 6 November 2026 (11:59 PM Pacific Time)
- Results announced: 23 November 2026
- Conference dates: 27 April to 1 May 2027
- Location: Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
Who Can Apply?
- People who identify as Indigenous
- Active members of an Indigenous community, organisation or initiative
- Applicants from Asia and the Pacific, Africa, or Latin America
- People working on Indigenous leadership, rights, philanthropy, climate or gender equality
- Applicants with a valid passport who can travel internationally and meet Australian visa rules
- Applicants able to attend the full conference
Preference is given to Indigenous youth and Indigenous people with disabilities.
What You Get
- Conference registration
- Return economy flights to Darwin
- Hotel accommodation
- Meals plus a food allowance for travel days
- Airport transfers and local transport
- Australian visa fee
- Travel or health insurance
How to Apply
- Fill in the online scholarship application form.
- Share your work and contributions in your Indigenous community or initiative.
- Explain how you'll share what you learn with your community.
- Get an endorsement from your community, organisation or network.
- Submit before 6 November 2026.
After the conference, scholars are expected to share their learning at home and submit a short report.
Simple Tips
- Link your work clearly to the conference themes, especially Indigenous philanthropy and leadership.
- Give real examples of your community work and its impact.
- Ask for your endorsement letter early.
- Make sure your passport is valid well beyond May 2027.
- Have a clear, practical plan for sharing what you learn when you return home.
Apply Here
- Scholarship page: https://internationalfunders.org/global-conference-2027/scholarship-applications/
- Contact: scholarships@internationalfunders.org
Disclaimer: World Opportunities Hub is an independent information platform. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by International Funders for Indigenous Peoples. Please check all details on the official website before applying.
| Organization | International Funders for Indigenous Peoples (IFIP) | | Region | Darwin, Australia (Oceania) | | Deadline | 6 November 2026 | | Level | Indigenous leaders & youth | | Funding | Fully funded |
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