Are you a UK alumnus/alumna with an idea to create positive change in your community?
The British Council is pleased to offer grants to support innovative, impactful, and collaborative initiatives led by international UK alumni. Whether you are developing a new initiative or scaling an existing initiative, this is your opportunity to turn ideas into action.
What we are looking for
We support projects that:
- Deliver clear and measurable impact
- Introduce innovative or creative approaches
- Strengthen collaboration and knowledge sharing
- Can be implemented within 5-6 months.
Thematic focus areas
Climate action and sustainability
Projects that address climate change and environmental sustainability through practical, community-driven or creative approaches.
Inclusion, reducing inequality and empowerment
Projects that promote inclusion, expand opportunities, and empower underrepresented or marginalised communities.
Who Can Apply
Applicants must
- Be a UK alumnus/alumna (having studied at least one term of at a UK institution)
- Be a national of and currently resident in, one of the eligible countries: Brazil, China, France, Germany, Greece, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Turkey, UAE, Viet Nam
- Submit only one application
- Be independent of political affiliations
Funding and timeline
- Grant amount up to IDR 100,000,000 including VAT, if applicable (for projects based in Indonesia)
- Project duration: 5-6 months
What you will gain
- Funding to bring your project to life
- Access to a global UK alumni network
- Opportunities for learning, collaboration, and visibility
- Participation in a global showcase event
How to apply?
Download the application documents and submit your completed application and all required documents by email to alumni@britishcouncil.or.id by 14 August 2026, 23.59 WIB (GMT+7).
We strongly encourage applicants to avoid last-minute submissions.
Activity |
Key Dates |
| Call opens | 20 June 2026 |
| Application deadline | 14 August 2026, 23.59 WIB (GMT+7) |
| Review and selection | 20 August - September 2026 |
| Grant agreement signing | September 2026 |
| Project implementation | 21 September 2026 - 15 March 2027 |
| Submission of interim report for activities 21 September - 30 November 2026 | 20 December 2026 |
| Final reporting for period 21 September 2026 - 15 March 2027 |
20 March 2027 |
| Global showcase event |
April 2027 |
If you have any questions, please contact your local British Council country team or email alumni@britishcouncil.or.id (Indonesia).
Turn your ideas into impact. Apply now and be part of a global community of changemakers.