NGO Fellowship Program 2026 by Taiwan AID

Applications are now open for the NGO Fellowship Program 2026 organized by Taiwan Alliance in International Development (Taiwan AID). This is a fully on-site fellowship opportunity in Taiwan for experienced NGO professionals from South Asia, Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia, and Pacific Island countries. The program runs from 4 October to 1 November 2026 (28 days). It offers hands-on experience working with Taiwanese NGOs, capacity-building workshops, networking, and opportunities for future collaboration. There is no application fee. You can check out more BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

Program Name: NGO Fellowship Program 2026
Host Country: Taiwan
Duration: 28 days (4 October – 1 November 2026)
Location: Taipei, Taiwan (Fully on-site)
Application Deadline: 1 June 2026
Language Requirement: English (Mandarin is a plus)
Application Fee: None

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What This Fellowship Offers:

Round-trip airfare, shared accommodations, daily allowance (Per Diem), and local transportation during your stay in Taiwan are fully covered.
Three weeks of practical work experience in a Taiwanese NGO matched to their background
Professional workshops on project management, fundraising, and advocacy
Study visits to civil society organizations in Taiwan

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Tentative Program Schedule:

4 October 2026 – Arrival in Taipei
5 – 8 October – Workshops, civil society site visits, and Roundtable Event
12 – 29 October – Field Placement with Taiwanese NGOs
30 October – Wrap-up and Closing Ceremony
31 October – Attend Taiwan LGBT+ Pride Parade
1 November 2026 – Departure from Taipei

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Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Criteria)

Currently working as an NGO professional in one of these fields:
- Community Development
- Environment
- Education
- Women’s Rights
- Civic Engagement & Human Rights
- Emergency Relief
- Disability Inclusion
- Children & Family Welfare
- Social Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Outstanding candidates from other relevant fields will also be considered)
Minimum 3 years of work experience in the NGO sector
Demonstrated professional excellence, independence, and self-motivation
Age between 25 to 40 years
Proficient in written and spoken English (Mandarin fluency is an advantage)

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Eligible Countries

Southeast Asia: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam
South Asia: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
Northeast Asia: Japan, South Korea, Mongolia
Pacific Islands:Marshall Islands, Palau, Tuvalu

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