Indigenous leaders, community changemakers, and Indigenous youth from Africa, Asia, the Pacific, and Latin America can apply for the IFIP Global Conference 2027 Scholarship to attend an international conference in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
The scholarship is designed to support Indigenous participants who are actively contributing to their communities and working on issues such as Indigenous rights, community development, climate change, biodiversity, gender equality, youth leadership, and Indigenous-led solutions.
Selected participants will receive support for conference registration, round-trip economy airfare, accommodation, visa fees, meals, transportation, and travel insurance, subject to the scholarship terms.
IFIP Global Conference 2027: Overview
- Conference Name: IFIP Global Conference 2027
- Location: Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
- Conference Dates: April 28–30, 2027
- Pre-Conference Activities: April 27–28, 2027
- Post-Conference Community Visits: May 1, 2027
- Scholarship Type: Fully funded conference participation
- Eligible Regions: Africa, Asia and the Pacific, and Latin America
- Target Applicants: Indigenous leaders, community members, changemakers, and Indigenous youth
- Application Opens: October 5, 2026
- Application Deadline: November 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time
- Scholarship Results: November 23, 2026
- Official Scholarship Page
- Application Link
About the IFIP Global Conference 2027 Scholarship
The IFIP Global Conference 2027 brings together participants to exchange knowledge, experiences, perspectives, and solutions related to Indigenous communities and leadership.
Through this scholarship programme, the organisers aim to make conference participation more accessible to Indigenous people who are actively working to improve their communities.
The opportunity provides selected participants with financial support to attend the conference in Australia, connect with other Indigenous leaders, build relationships, and learn about approaches to community development, philanthropy, and funding Indigenous-led initiatives.
The programme places particular emphasis on Indigenous youth and Indigenous persons with disabilities, while encouraging participation from diverse regions and communities.
What Does the Scholarship Cover?
Successful applicants will receive financial support for the conference period, with participants expected to arrive in Darwin on April 27, 2027, and depart on May 1, 2027.
The scholarship covers the following expenses:
- Conference registration: Payment of the conference registration fee.
- Round-trip airfare: Economy-class flights from the participant’s nearest international airport to Darwin, Australia.
- Hotel accommodation: Accommodation for the conference period, April 27–30, 2027.
- Airport transfers and local transportation: Eligible transportation expenses in the participant’s home country and Australia.
- Australian visa fee: Visa application fees, where applicable.
- Meals and food allowance: Meals provided during the conference and a food allowance for travel days.
- Travel and health insurance: Insurance coverage for the trip, subject to the programme’s arrangements.
This financial support is intended to reduce the cost of attending the conference for selected Indigenous participants.
Applicants should review the official scholarship guidelines for any additional conditions, coverage limits, and travel arrangements.
Who Can Apply?
The scholarship is open to Indigenous applicants from Africa, Asia and the Pacific, and Latin America who meet the programme’s eligibility requirements.
To be considered, applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Identify as Indigenous: Applicants must identify as Indigenous and be actively involved in their community, organisation, or an Indigenous-led initiative.
- Demonstrate community involvement: Applicants should have evidence of meaningful contributions to their communities, organisations, networks, or Indigenous-led projects.
- Have relevant interests or experience: Applicants should be interested in or working on issues such as Indigenous leadership, philanthropy, community development, funding, Indigenous rights, climate change, biodiversity, Indigenous knowledge, Indigenous territories, gender equality, disability inclusion, or youth leadership.
- Show a commitment to community development: Applicants must demonstrate an interest in advancing Indigenous-led solutions and contributing to positive change in their communities.
- Commit to attending the conference: Successful applicants must be able to participate in the full conference from April 28–30, 2027.
- Meet international travel requirements: Applicants must be able to travel internationally, hold a valid passport, and meet the relevant Australian visa and entry requirements.
- Provide community or organisational endorsement: Applicants should be able to obtain an endorsement from their community, organisation, or affiliated network.
Priority Applicants
The scholarship programme will give priority consideration to:
- Indigenous youth.
- Indigenous persons with disabilities.
Applicants from these groups who demonstrate strong community involvement and alignment with the conference themes are encouraged to apply.
Meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection, as the number of scholarships available is limited.
Selection Criteria
Applications will be assessed based on the applicant’s experience, community involvement, goals, and potential contribution to the conference.
The main selection criteria include:
1. Alignment with the conference themes
Applicants should explain how their interests, work, or community activities relate to Indigenous philanthropy, Indigenous leadership, and innovative approaches to resourcing Indigenous communities.
2. Active community engagement
Applicants must demonstrate meaningful involvement in an Indigenous community, organisation, network, or Indigenous-led initiative.
3. Plans to apply and share knowledge
Applicants should explain how they intend to share the knowledge, connections, and lessons gained from the conference with their community, organisation, or home region.
4. Regional representation
The selection process will consider diversity and representation across eligible regions.
5. Community or organisational endorsement
Applicants should be able to provide an endorsement demonstrating support for their participation.
When preparing an application, candidates should provide clear examples of their work, describe the challenges their communities face, and explain how attending the conference could strengthen their efforts.
What Will Scholarship Recipients Be Expected to Do?
Recipients are expected to participate actively in the conference and share the benefits of the experience with their communities after returning home.
Their responsibilities include:
- Attending and actively participating in the IFIP Global Conference from April 28–30, 2027.
- Engaging with fellow participants throughout the event.
- Contributing their knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and ideas to discussions.
- Participating in relevant conference sessions and networking activities.
- Sharing knowledge and connections gained with their communities or organisations after the conference.
- Submitting a post-conference report describing their experience, key lessons, connections, and plans for applying or sharing what they learned.
Selected Indigenous youth will also be invited to participate in the 3rd Global Indigenous Youth Dialogue on April 28, 2027. This dialogue will provide a dedicated opportunity for Indigenous young people to connect, discuss their priorities, strengthen leadership, and contribute to developing solutions for the future.
How to Apply for the IFIP Global Conference 2027 Scholarship
Interested and eligible applicants can follow these steps to submit an application.
Step 1: Review the official scholarship information
Visit the official IFIP scholarship page to understand the eligibility requirements, scholarship coverage, and application conditions.
Step 2: Prepare your application information
Be ready to explain your Indigenous identity, community involvement, relevant experience, and interest in the conference themes. You should also consider how you would apply the knowledge gained and share it with your community.
Step 3: Obtain community or organisational endorsement
Arrange an endorsement from your community, organisation, or affiliated network, as required by the selection criteria.
Step 4: Complete the online application form
Submit your application through the official application form:
Step 5: Submit before the deadline
The application deadline is November 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time. Applicants should confirm the corresponding deadline in their local time zone and submit their applications well in advance.
Step 6: Await the selection results
The announcement of scholarship recipients is scheduled for November 23, 2026.
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