MAPS Research Scholarships 2026 Open

Are you an early-career researcher in Senegal dreaming of shaping migration and displacement policies across Sub-Saharan Africa? Here’s your chance! The MAPS Research Scholarships, co-funded by the European Union and coordinated by Kabale University, have reopened applications for Senegal. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to align your research with global impact, this is the moment to act.

Why This Scholarship Matters?

The Migration and Displacement Action Plan for Sub-Saharan Africa (MAPS) project is more than just a scholarship—it’s a platform for young researchers to drive change and create evidence-based solutions. With the world facing pressing challenges linked to migration, forced displacement, and climate stressors, this program puts you at the forefront of research that informs international policy and builds resilient societies.

The scholarship focuses on four powerful thematic areas:

• Peace – Conflicts, borders, and human rights.
• People – Vulnerabilities linked to gender, age, and disabilities.
• Planet – Climate change, disasters, and resilience.
• Prosperity – Education, health, employment, and equality.

Scholarship Benefits

If selected, you’ll receive:

• A monthly stipend to cover living expenses.
• Research cost coverage, including travel and data collection.
• Training and mentorship opportunities.
• Participation in three MAPS summer schools.
• A laptop to support your research work.

The program runs for 28 months (July 2025 – November 2027), with the possibility of a short extension.

Who Can Apply?

This opportunity is open to:

• Nationals or legal residents of Senegal.
• Early-career researchers (within 5 years of a PhD or 7 years of a Master’s).
• Scholars in fields like Social Sciences, Migration Studies, Economics, Law, Engineering, Computer Science, or Public Health.
• Applicants proficient in English and French.

Application Process

Applications are only accepted via the official Google Form. You’ll need to upload:

• A motivation letter (max 1 page).
• A research proposal.
• A letter of support from a supervisor or university.
• Academic transcripts and certificates.

Deadline: 28 September 2025 at 11:59 pm (EAT). Late or emailed applications won’t be considered.

Selection Timeline

• Pre-selection: Based on qualifications, proposal quality, experience, and language skills.
• Interviews: Remote oral interviews will be held around 6 October 2025.