Updated: 2/25/2026
Dear colleagues!
Here is the information about international mobility options that may be interesting for you
Scholarships for scientists in Sweden
These are scholarships for scientists who stay in Ukraine. You will have a monthly salary, a community of like-minded people, regular educational events and access to the library – everything to focus on your research within the walls of the Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study. The scholarships are funded by the Swedish Research Council (VR).
Program participants will receive:
- - A semester or a full academic year at the Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study from September 1, 2026 to June 11, 2027.
- - A monthly salary that depends on your degree and funding.
- - Accommodation.
- - Regular colloquiums, seminars and workshops.
- - Meeting colleagues from abroad.
- - The opportunity to implement your own project.
This scholarship is for scientists who:
- - have Ukrainian citizenship;
- - stay in Ukraine;
- - have defended their PhD in the humanities or social sciences at least three years ago and have proven scientific achievements, publications and international research activity;
- - work at a Ukrainian academic institution;
- - have good knowledge of English.
What is required to participate?
- Resume - up to 4 pages.
- List of scientific publications - up to 10.
- A brief description of the project you will work on - up to 1500 characters.
- Motivation. Tell us why you want to go to the residency, how it will be useful to you and the Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study - up to 100 words each.
- A sample article, an excerpt from a book or monograph in English.
- A copy of your PhD diploma.
- Three letters of recommendation.
The deadline for submitting applications is February 27, 2026. You will receive the results by letter on the online platform by the end of April.
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Micro Travel Grant (MTG) 2026 from ScienceForUkraine – grants for young Ukrainian scientists
This is a grant program from ScienceForUkraine – a volunteer international organization that supports Ukrainian scientists. The goal of the program is to help young researchers from Ukraine participate in person in international academic conferences, symposia and workshops, which promotes integration into the global scientific community. The program helps young Ukrainian scientists remain visible and active in the international scientific community, which is critically important for the development of a scientific career, especially in conditions of war and limited mobility.
Maximum grant amount: up to €500 per trip.
Program participants will receive:
Financial support of up to €500, which reimburses the costs of participating in conferences and scientific events.
The grant may cover the costs of:
- travel
- accommodation
- conference registration fee
The program aims to support researchers to present their research results in person at international events and strengthen professional networks.
Who can apply?
The applicant must simultaneously meet all the criteria:
- be a postgraduate/doctoral student or young researcher (up to 5 years after the PhD or equivalent);
- be actively involved in scientific activities;
- be affiliated with a Ukrainian scientific/educational institution (university, institute of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, scientific archive, library or museum);
- have an ORCID iD;
- be able to first pay the costs independently and only then apply for reimbursement.
Candidates with paid academic positions abroad are not eligible to apply.
Important about the grant
- One grant per person for 12 months.
- The grant is only available for in-person events, not for online events or visits.
- The grant does not cover events where your participation is already fully funded, or events organized by your employer.
What is required to participate?
The applicant must submit via the online form:
- a short CV (up to 1 page, PDF),
- ORCID iD,
- confirmation of acceptance to the conference or other event,
- motivational text in English (up to 1000 characters),
- confirmation of affiliation with a Ukrainian institution
Application deadline: February 28, 2026.
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Financial support and scholarships from the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies (CIUS)
The Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies (CIUS) at the University of Alberta invites scholars from Ukraine for a research internship to work in the fields of humanities, social sciences, law, education or library science.
Key Opportunities:
- Research Grants: Funding for projects in the humanities and social sciences, publications, conferences.
- Visiting and Postdoctoral Fellowships: Short-term residencies at CIUS (up to 4 months) to implement your own research project.
- Student Scholarships: Undergraduate, graduate, and graduate students can receive grants for study, research, or travel to Ukraine.
- Virtual Programs: Support for remote participants, academic mentoring, and payments of up to C$2,000.
Who can participate?
- Ukrainian citizens affiliated with universities or research institutions in Ukraine;
- Scholars conducting research in the humanities, social sciences, law, education, or library science;
- Researchers seeking to conduct research in Canada.
Funding: The program covers a monthly stipend, airfare, medical
travel insurance, visa costs, all expenses to support scientific work.
Application deadline: March 1, 2026.
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UNITWIN/UNESCO Chairs Program 2026 - applications
The UNITWIN/UNESCO Chairs Program, launched in 1992, promotes international inter-university cooperation and the development of institutional capacity through joint work and knowledge exchange in the fields of education, natural and social sciences, culture and communications. The program is an opportunity for Ukrainian universities to expand international cooperation, increase academic impact and participate in UNESCO's global educational initiatives.
Who can apply?
- universities and scientific institutions interested in establishing a UNESCO Chair or the UNITWIN network;
- applications are submitted through the National Commission of Ukraine for UNESCO;
- this year, up to two nominations are allowed from each country (a third is possible under special conditions).
Requirements and priorities
- - activities should be interdisciplinary;
- - gender mainstreaming;
- - adherence to the principles of open access to educational and scientific materials;
- - close connection with UNESCO programs and priorities;
- - preference – institutions that do not yet have UNITWIN departments or networks.
Key dates
- 1 March – 30 April 2026 – online application submission via the UNESCO platform;
- 31 March 2026 – submission of pre-applications via the National Commission (email: );
- 24 February 2026 – online information meeting for National Commissions (registration: Zoom).
Where to find information?
Guidelines and application procedures: unesdoc.unesco.org
Program activities and full terms and conditions: unesco.org/unitwin
Contact for questions:
The UK academic mentoring scheme
Science for Ukraine – UK
The UK academic mentoring scheme is run by volunteers from Science for Ukraine-UK as a rapid response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. We aim to support colleagues from Ukrainian universities directly affected by the invasion through mentoring.
Science for Ukraine UK mentoring endeavours to support Ukrainian colleagues to navigate through UK academia. We do not cover immigration advice, financial advice and pastoral support - the scheme is only intended for professional purposes. The specific objectives of the scheme are helping Ukrainian colleagues with:
● career planning, CVs & applications
● networking & profile building
● working in the UK (academic culture)
● publication process & academic writing
● securing research funding (UK- funders only)
● promotion and progression
In the scheme mentees will be matched to a mentor of an appropriate career stage and from a similar discipline. The mentoring will commence as soon as the match is found via the PushFar Platform which provides a wide range of opportunities to communicate online and offline, arrange meetings, take notes etc. We anticipate that mentoring sessions will be carried out online via means that suit both mentee and mentor. We advise for the mentors and mentees to meet at least every two weeks for at least 3 months.
What are the benefits for you as a mentor?
- Helping develop the potential of others.
- Enhanced interpersonal management skills & leadership capabilities.
- Improved listening & support skills
- Better understanding of colleagues’ needs, particularly early career academics
- New perspectives
- Increased self-reflection
- Potential networking/collaboration & representation of your institution.
In case you might be able to help our Ukrainian colleagues with we would appreciate if you could let us know by writing a email to . You can also directly register as a mentor under the following link: https://www.pushfar.com/mentor-registration/6Aj4rMK5y8/
More information about the Science for Ukraine initiative and our mentoring can be found under the following links: