UN Voluntary Fund for Indigenous Peoples: Fully Funded Opportunity to Attend UNPFII & EMRIP 2026

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Apply by 31 October 2025 to receive travel and participation funding from the UN Voluntary Fund for Indigenous Peoples to attend the 25th UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues and 19th Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

Introduction

The United Nations Voluntary Fund for Indigenous Peoples (UNVFII) is offering a fully funded opportunity for Indigenous individuals and representatives of Indigenous organizations to attend two major UN events in 2026:

• 25th Session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) New York, USA (20 April – 1 May 2026)
• 19th Session of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (EMRIP) Geneva, Switzerland (13 – 17 July 2026)

This funding covers travel, accommodation, and related participation costs. Applications are open now, and the deadline is 31 October 2025.

Who Should Apply

You’re a strong candidate if you:

• Are an Indigenous individual or represent an Indigenous organization actively engaged in advocacy or community work.
• Can demonstrate how your presence will strengthen advocacy, policy influence, or outcomes for your community.
• Lack alternative funding sources and need financial support to attend.

Special encouragement is given to applicants who are LGBTIQ+ or persons with disabilities.

Selection Criteria

Applications are evaluated based on:

1. Representation & Mandate: Having a clear mandate from your Indigenous community or organization.
2. Relevance: Demonstrated involvement in issues affecting Indigenous Peoples.
3. Impact Potential: How your participation can drive policy, advocacy or community outcomes.
4. Financial Need: Showing limited access to other funding.

Benefits

If selected, you may receive support to cover:

• Travel (airfare)
• Accommodation
• Participation costs (e.g. local transport, visa fees)

Beyond funding, attending these sessions offers you unique opportunities to:

• Engage directly with UN mechanisms and influence global Indigenous rights policies
• Network with UN agencies, governments, civil society, and other Indigenous leaders
• Raise visibility for community issues and plan follow-up actions at national or regional levels

Key Dates & Timeline

All applications should be submitted by 23:59 (your local time) on 31 October 2025.

How to Apply

1. Complete the online application form via the UN survey portal: https://survey.ohchr.org/395493?lang=en
2. Upload required documents, including:
   • A recent CV
   • Valid passport copy
   • A nomination or recommendation letter from your Indigenous organization or community leadership
3. Submit by the deadline — late applications will not be considered.
4. Watch your email for follow-ups from UNVFII.

If you’re selected, your support will be confirmed, and you will receive further instructions.

Tips for a Strong Application

• Mandate & legitimacy: Ensure a clear nomination letter outlining your role and community backing.
• Specific impact: Articulate concrete advocacy goals you intend to pursue at UNPFII or EMRIP.
• Demonstrate need: Be transparent about your financial limitations and lack of alternate funding.
• Link to UN agenda: Reference UNDRIP, priority themes for the 2026 sessions, and challenges faced by your community.
• Plan follow-up: Describe how you’ll disseminate learnings locally (e.g. community meetings, media, policy brief).

Conclusion

This UNVFII funding is a rare and powerful chance for Indigenous voices to be heard on global platforms. If you’re actively engaged in rights advocacy, and financial support is a barrier, don’t miss this opportunity. Make your application clear, evidence-based, and mission-driven.

Submit your application by 31 October 2025 and prepare to attend UNPFII in New York and EMRIP in Geneva as a full delegate, contributing your community’s voice to the global stage.

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UN Voluntary Fund for Indigenous Peoples 2026 – Fully Funded to Attend UNPFII & EMRIP

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Apply by 31 Oct 2025 for the UN Voluntary Fund for Indigenous Peoples. Fully funded support to attend the 25th UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) in New York and the 19th EMRIP session in Geneva, 2026.

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