Gender Equality Partnerships 2026 Grants

Funding opportunity for UK higher education institutions and eligible overseas partners to develop collaborative projects that promote gender equality in higher education. Grants up to £25,000 are available for international partnerships between UK institutions and partners in specified countries, with aims to improve women’s access, participation, leadership, and employment opportunities within higher education. The submission deadline is 21 September 2026.

Grant funding for collaborative projects and international partnership opportunities between UK institutions and overseas partners.

UK higher education institutions must partner with eligible overseas institutions from the listed countries; projects must be jointly developed and submitted by the UK lead institution.

Submit a joint application through the official online platform.