Deadline: 01-Jun-2026
The Taiwan Alliance in International Development has opened applications for its 2026 NGO Fellowship Program for professionals from Asia and the Pacific. The fully funded fellowship offers NGO practitioners an opportunity to work with Taiwanese civil society organizations, strengthen professional skills, and build international development partnerships.
About the Fellowship
The programme supports NGO professionals working in:
- Community development
- Environmental sustainability
- Education
- Women’s empowerment
- Human rights
- Civic participation
- Disability inclusion
- Humanitarian response
- Child and family welfare
- Social innovation and entrepreneurship
Participants will:
- Work with Taiwanese NGOs for three weeks
- Join workshops and field visits
- Participate in professional exchanges
- Develop future collaboration proposals
Fellowship Activities
The programme includes:
- Project management workshops
- Fundraising and advocacy training
- NGO operational experience
- Civil society organization visits
- Roundtable discussions with Taiwanese NGO professionals
Fellows will also:
- Contribute to events and projects
- Support fundraising and operations
- Present a draft collaboration project proposal
Fellowship Benefits
Selected participants will receive:
- Round-trip international airfare
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Local transportation in Taiwan
Accommodation will be:
- Shared dormitory-style rooms
- 6–8 beds per room
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be NGO professionals from Asia or the Pacific
- Have at least 3 years of NGO sector experience
- Be between 25 and 40 years old
- Demonstrate professional excellence
- Be able to complete an independent fellowship
- Have good written and spoken English skills
Mandarin language ability is:
- Preferred but not required
What Participants Will Gain
The fellowship offers:
- International NGO experience
- Professional networking opportunities
- Exposure to Taiwanese civil society models
- Practical project management skills
- Opportunities for future international collaboration
How to Apply
Applicants should:
- Prepare professional and NGO experience documents
- Highlight community impact and leadership experience
- Demonstrate English communication skills
- Explain interest in international collaboration and social development
FAQ
- Is the fellowship fully funded?
- Yes, airfare, accommodation, meals, and local transportation are covered.
- Who can apply?
- NGO professionals from Asia and the Pacific with at least 3 years of experience.
- What sectors are eligible?
- Community development, education, environment, human rights, women’s empowerment, disability inclusion, and related fields.
- How long is the fellowship?
- Participants will work with Taiwanese NGOs for three weeks.
- Is Mandarin required?
- No, but Mandarin ability is considered an advantage.
- What type of accommodation is provided?
- Shared dormitory-style accommodation with 6–8 beds per room.
Conclusion
The Taiwan NGO Fellowship Program 2026 provides NGO professionals from Asia and the Pacific with a valuable fully funded opportunity to gain international civil society experience, strengthen professional skills, and build long-term partnerships with Taiwanese organizations.
For more information, visit Taiwan Alliance in International Development.