Deadline:
March 01, 2026
Location(s)
Denmark
Copenhagen
Overview
The 2026 Copenhagen Fellowship invites students to engage with a world marked by democratic backsliding, climate change, growing inequality, and geopolitical tension. From a Nordic perspective, the Fellowship explores how small, interconnected societies can respond to global challenges with responsibility, solidarity, and action.
We will ask: What kind of world do we wish to be? What kind of world do we wish to build together?
With a special focus on the Arctic and the transatlantic relationship—and Greenland as a key case—participants will examine questions of democracy, human rights, self-determination, and security in a rapidly changing world. Through dialogue, learning, and exchange, the 2026 Copenhagen Fellowship will empower a new generation to face the world as it is and help shape the world they want to build.
During the fellowship you will develop your own Action Project, and transform knowledge into action centering on a theme you are passionate about. The Action Project is to be implemented in your community after the Fellowship experience.
Details
What is the Humanity in Action Fellowship
24 Fellows (students and recent graduates) from different countries will gather in Copenhagen for an intensive 2½ week educational program. Past Fellows have described it as a challenging and rewarding journey of personal and collective growth, meaningful connections, and collaboration across differences.
The daily program consists of guest lectures and workshops, site visits, group discussions, reflections, and community building. You will get the opportunity to learn from experts, alumni, activists, decision-makers, scholars, and your peers. The in-person program is a full-time commitment with some obligatory program on the weekends.
After the in-person program, you will develop and implement an independent Action Project. The Action Project is your entry ticket into the Humanity in Action network of about 3200 Senior Fellows from all over the world.
The Structure of the Program
- Official Kickoff | May 27, 2026 (virtual)
The Copenhagen Cohort meets for the first time for a virtual welcome and Kickoff program (1½ hrs). - Travel to Copenhagen | June 14 – 15, 2026
- The Copenhagen Fellowship | June 16 – July 2, 2026 (in-person in Copenhagen, Denmark)
24 Fellows will gather in Copenhagen for a daily full-time program, to learn from local experts, community members, and each other. There might be some obligatory programming on the weekends. - Homecoming Day & Mentor Network | September 24, 2026 (in-person in Copenhagen)
All 2026 Fellows in/close to Copenhagen are invited for a day of (re)connection and Action Project kickoff. Fellows will be paired up with a Senior Fellow mentor to guide them through their Action Project process. - Action Project Labs | September 2026 – March 2027
From September 2026 to March 2027, Fellows are invited to join our four Action Projects Labs in Copenhagen, where we will assist you – and you will assist and inspire each other – on your independent Action Project. Fellows living abroad are encouraged to join us virtually and reach out to their national Humanity in Action offices for assistance and sparring.
The Action Project
After the month in Copenhagen, Fellows run impactful Action Projects in their own communities.
Following their time in Copenhagen, Fellows work on their Action Project: an independent social justice venture in their own communities.
Action Projects are as diverse as Humanity in Action Fellows. Fellows apply their new knowledge and perspectives to the communities they impact—in whatever format they find meaningful.
Examples of past Action Projects include film documentaries, art shows, community events, and social awareness campaigns.
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Dates
Deadline: March 01, 2026
Cost/funding for participants
Benefits:
- Participation in the program
- Some meals/snacks/refreshments during programming days
- For housing questions, please see answer below.
- Ongoing skill-building and training opportunities
- Guidance in developing and executing an individual Action Project
- Upon completion of the Fellowship, participation in a global network of leaders poised to contribute to civic society and exposure to opportunities provided by other Humanity in Action programming, such as professional fellowships, grant competitions, study trips, international conferences, leadership roles and speaking engagements.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
