Apply for the 2025 Africa Europe Youth Academy (AEYA) Grants to Get Up to €40,000

The Africa-Europe Youth Academy (AEYA) provides grants of up to €40,000 to youth-led or youth-focused NGOs to strengthen leadership, implement sustainable development projects, and create “Spaces for Youth.” The program aims to unlock young people’s potential, amplify their leadership, and connect them with Africa-Europe networks.

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When is the deadline for applications?

 30 September 2025 (23:59 Paris time).

Which fields qualify?

  • Youth leadership development

  • Gender equality & inclusivity

  • Civic engagement

  • Youth entrepreneurship

  • Sustainable development initiatives

The type:
Grant funding (with training, technical assistance, and capacity-building).

Who is eligible to apply?

  • Youth-led or youth-focused NGOs

  • Applicants must be based in Ghana, Kenya, Zambia, Tanzania, or Guinea

  • Young leaders aged 18–30 years, with a focus on women, vulnerable youth, and people with disabilities.

How Do They Choose Applicants?
Through an open call for projects under AEYA’s Work Package 1. Proposals are evaluated on their capacity to create or expand “Spaces for Youth,” promote leadership, and foster Africa-Europe cooperation.

Which nations are qualified?
Eligible NGOs must be based in Ghana, Kenya, Zambia, Tanzania, or Guinea.

Where will the prize be accepted?
Projects will be implemented in Sub-Saharan Africa, with connections to European stakeholders.

How Many Honors?

  • Up to 50 youth organisations will receive grants

  • Up to 10 youth organisations will receive technical assistance

  • Up to 150 young leaders will be awarded prizes to boost their projects

What Advantage Does the Award Offer?

  • Grants of up to €40,000 per project

  • Training and capacity-building support

  • Technical assistance for creating or developing youth spaces

  • Networking opportunities with African and European actors

  • Leadership development for young people (including 50% women participation)

What’s the Duration of the Award?
Funding will support projects from 2025–2026, with training, mentoring, and networking activities spanning several months.

How do I Apply?

Submit your application online via Expertise France’s open call for projects portal before the deadline.

Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
Click HERE to Apply


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