The Heinrich Böll Foundation – Thessaloniki Office is excited to launch the inaugural Green Foreign Policy Fellowship from July 2025 to May 2026. Applications are open to applicants worldwide.

This fellowship supports scholars, practitioners, and experts worldwide to deepen dialogue and research around green foreign and security policy. As geopolitical tensions rise and climate threats accelerate, the program provides a timely platform to examine and shape progressive approaches to global policy. Fellows will critically engage with emerging narratives, build international networks, and contribute original work toward a data-based, values-driven foreign policy vision.

Participants will receive a stipend, travel and accommodation support, and opportunities to present their work at relevant events. The first semester emphasizes content creation, while the second focuses on networking and public engagement. Fluency in English is required, and fellows are expected to share progress reports and actively communicate their insights across social media and other platforms.

The Green Foreign Policy Fellowship aims to empower emerging voices in progressive foreign and security policy by providing a learning, research, and global networking platform. Fellows will contribute to building a data-driven, cross-regional dialogue and help shape innovative, values-based alternatives to traditional international relations.

Participants will produce original work—articles, papers, or other formats—primarily during the first semester. The second semester will focus on presenting their findings and engaging in networking. Fellows are expected to submit short monthly progress reports, share insights via social media, and actively collaborate with the Heinrich Böll Foundation. Fluency in English is required, and selected fellows must outline their goals and plans at the program’s start.

Key Details

• Application Deadline: May 31, 2025 (18:00 EET / GMT+3)
• Interview Dates: June 2025
• Fellowship Duration: July 2025 – May 2026
• Funding Type: Partially Funded
• Organizer: Heinrich Böll Foundation – Thessaloniki Office
• Eligible Countries: All countries
• Eligible Gender: All genders
• Target Group: Researchers, policy professionals, elected officials, activists, graduate and PhD students
• Focus Areas: Foreign and security policy, green and feminist policy, international relations
• Degree Required: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., international relations, political science)
• Program Language: English
• Host Country: Thessaloniki Office Headquarters

Benefits

What does the fellowship offer?

• Stipend: €6,000 gross, distributed in installments during the first semester
• Travel and Accommodation expenses: Covered for participation in relevant fellowship events
• Visa Support: Letter of invitation provided for visa application (processing not guaranteed)
• Visibility and Promotion: Fellows will be featured on social media and the foundation’s website
• Networking: Access to international progressive policy networks
• Alumni Title: Graduates become “Green Foreign Policy Scholars” and join the foundation’s alumni network

Eligibility Criteria

Who can apply for the Green Foreign Policy Fellowship:

• Bachelor’s degree in international relations, political science, or related fields
• Experience or interest in progressive foreign and security policy
• Open to students, researchers, policy professionals, elected officials, and activists
• Strong written and spoken English
• Applicants from all countries are eligible
• Early career professionals and underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply
• Applications are especially encouraged from non-male individuals, BIPOC, LGBTQI+ community members, and people with disabilities.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• CV: Europass format, maximum three pages
• Motivation Letter: Up to 300 words explaining interest and relevance
• Concept Note: Max 2 pages outlining the main foreign/security policy challenge you aim to address and your proposed steps
• Optional: Copies of degrees or certifications may be requested.

Selection Process and Criteria

• Shortlisted candidates may receive an invitation for a short online interview in June.
• Applicants must follow instructions precisely; incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion

How to Apply?

• The application procedure is entirely online.
• Prepare the required documents (CV, motivation letter, concept note)
• Tap on the Apply Now button below and submit your complete application through the official application portal before May 31, 2025, 18:00 EET
• Early applications submitted by May 15 will receive priority consideration

Apply Now

Further details and information regarding this fellowship are available on the official website of the Heinrich Böll Foundation.

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