International Research Opportunity for Academics in Cape Verde
The Horowitz Foundation research grants in social policy These represent an extraordinary opportunity for researchers and PhD students in Cape Verde who are seeking to make a positive impact on society through science. Designed to support emerging projects that address pressing social issues, these grants provide the financial support needed to transform promising ideas into rigorous studies with practical applications in the formulation of effective public policies.
Relevance to the Cape Verdean Context
In developing nations and island contexts such as Cape Verde, the development of social policies grounded in scientific evidence is crucial to tackling complex challenges in the areas of education, health, poverty reduction, employability and gender equality. The participation of Cape Verdean academics in this international programme strengthens local scientific output and builds the capacity of researchers in the archipelago, ensuring that the country’s specific circumstances are incorporated into the global debate on social welfare.
Eligibility and Impact of the Grant
The programme is designed to support researchers from anywhere in the world who are currently working on their doctoral thesis or carrying out scientific projects focused on the analysis of public policy. There are no nationality restrictions, which opens the door directly to talented individuals who are nationals of, or residents in, Cape Verde.
In addition to the financial support to cover expenses relating to fieldwork, data collection and analysis, the Horowitz Foundation for Social Policy It confers considerable international prestige, boosting the careers of scholarship holders and raising the profile of their findings amongst policy-makers and government institutions.
Key Information on the Application
- Submission deadline: 1 December 2026
- Further information and application form: Horowitz Foundation – Grant Information
