GDPC Spotlight Research Grants Program 2026

The GDPC Spotlight Research Grants Program 2026 provides funding to university researchers for projects focused on principled and accountable use of technology in humanitarian action. The program supports researchers from low- and middle-income countries and awards USD 10,000 for research lasting up to eight months. Research can be conducted in English or French.

Grant of USD 10,000; eight-month research period; potential contribution to policy and humanitarian practice.

Affiliated with an accredited university at the time of submission (including PhD candidates, post-doctoral researchers, and faculty members). Open to researchers from low- and middle-income countries. Teams are welcome. Projects must align with defined topics and be feasible within eight months.

Submit a package including applicant information, project summary, project description, team details, budget, and letters of collaboration; apply via the provided Google Forms link.