HCoC Youth Group Fellowship 2026 in Lithuania | Fully Funded

The HCoC Youth Group Fellowship 2026 in Lithuania is an 18-month fully funded program for young professionals and researchers focused on missile non-proliferation and security studies. Hosted by the Fondation pour la Recherche Stratégique with EU support, it offers 15 fellows virtual webinars, an in-person workshop in Lithuania, and a chance to publish individual research.

The Fondation pour la Recherche Stratégique (FRS) is a leading French think tank specializing in defense and strategic studies. It implements this fellowship as part of its project supporting the Hague Code of Conduct against Ballistic Missile Proliferation, fostering the next generation of experts in the field.

HCoC Youth Group Fellowship Benefits

• Participation is free of charge for selected fellows.
• Travel and accommodation costs for the in-person workshop will be covered by the programme, according to EU rules.
• Engagement with leading experts and diplomats through four thematic webinars and virtual cafés.
• Opportunity to develop and publish an individual research paper in an edited collection.
• Combination of virtual and in-person learning activities, including a workshop at the Cold War Museum in Plokštinė.

HCoC Youth Group Fellowship Eligibility Criteria

• Open to young professionals, graduate students (equivalent to master’s level or above), and early-career researchers.
• Demonstrated interest in areas such as ballistic missile technology, arms control, strategic studies, WMD non-proliferation, space policy, international law, diplomacy, or regional security studies.
• Full working proficiency in English is required.
• Must be available to participate in all four thematic webinars, attend the in-person workshop in September 2027, and contribute actively to an individual research paper.
• Must be under the age of 40 at the time of applying.
• Selection prioritizes geographic diversity, gender balance, and disciplinary diversity.

How to Apply for HCoC Youth Group Fellowship?

1. Submit the completed online application form with answers to mandatory questions.
2. Include a Curriculum Vitae (CV) – maximum 2 pages, in English.
3. Applications must be submitted through the online form at the provided URL.
4. All application materials must be in English and submitted by the deadline.
5. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are the most frequently asked questions about the HCoC Youth Group Fellowship 2026. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply, based on the official program details.