Apply Now: 2025 Global South Study Week in Lebanon

Applications are officially open for the 2025 Global South Study Week in Beirut, Lebanon — a fully funded, one-week program designed for young civil society activists from the Global South. This transformative event will focus on knowledge exchange, advocacy, and building regional solidarity, addressing the pressing challenges to sustainable human development.

The program will run from November 10, 2025, bringing together passionate changemakers to explore alternative governance models, strengthen skills in global development issues, and adapt to shifts shaping the Global South.

Organized by the Arab NGO Network for Development (ANND), Third World Network, Social Watch, Global Policy Forum, and the Asfari Institute at AUB, the initiative covers all expenses — including airfare and accommodation — with no application fee.

Program Overview

Host Country: Lebanon
City: Beirut
Duration: 1 Week
Dates: Starting November 10, 2025
Funding: Fully Funded (airfare + accommodation)
Application Deadline: August 20, 2025

Financial Support

Selected participants will receive:

Round-trip airfare to Beirut
Free accommodation for the program’s duration

Program Theme

“Alternatives in Governance and Sustainable Human Development” — exploring innovative approaches to address economic, social, and environmental challenges across the Global South.

Who Should Apply?

This program is ideal for young civil society activists working on:

Development and macroeconomic issues
Multilateralism and governance
Gender equality, climate, and digital justice
Sustainable human development and inequality reduction

If you’re passionate about driving change in your region, this is your chance to connect with like-minded leaders and broaden your impact.

Key Benefits of Joining

Deepen your expertise through collaborative discussions with peers from across the Global South
Enhance your knowledge of global development frameworks and alternative policy solutions
Join an active alumni network of previous participants and regional partners
Boost your advocacy skills at local, regional, and global platforms

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

Be under 40 years old
Hold citizenship in a Global South country
Possess a university degree in development, economics, political/social sciences, international relations, or human rights
Be endorsed by a local, national, or regional NGO
Have active involvement in advocacy or coordination work related to:
- Development, multilateralism, global governance
- Debt, trade, investment, tax justice
- Social justice, climate change, biodiversity, agriculture, or gender justice