The QAD Peace Research Association has launched the Peace Research Support Fund 2026, a funding initiative designed to support innovative and impactful research on peace and conflict. This programme aims to strengthen peace-oriented knowledge production while promoting dialogue, justice, equality, and democratic values across societies.
The fund recognises peace as a multidimensional process involving social, political, economic, cultural, and ecological transformation. It prioritises interdisciplinary research that bridges academic inquiry with real-world policy and societal impact.
Purpose and Objectives
The fund is structured to advance peace research through:
- Supporting high-quality academic and independent research
- Increasing the visibility and societal relevance of peace-focused studies
- Strengthening dialogue between academia, policy, and civil society
- Encouraging innovative and critical approaches to peacebuilding
Particular emphasis is placed on research addressing both historical and contemporary challenges to peaceful and democratic solutions, especially in relation to the Kurdish issue.
Thematic Areas
The QAD Peace Research Association supports projects across five key areas:
Social Peace
- Pathways for resolving violent conflict
- Dialogue-based and equality-driven solutions
- Fieldwork-driven policy recommendations
Conflict & Resolution
- Analysis of violence, exclusion, and systemic inequality
- Mechanisms for reconciliation, justice, and accountability
- Comparative conflict studies across regions
Economic & Ecological Justice
- Links between conflict, inequality, and environmental degradation
- Role of peace processes in economic and environmental justice
- Climate-related and resource-based conflicts
Global & Regional Geopolitics
- Impact of nationalism, authoritarianism, and populism
- Regional and global political transformations
- Interactions between global dynamics and local peace processes
History & Culture
- Cultural and artistic dimensions of peace
- Memory, identity, and historical narratives
- Peace representation in literature, arts, and media
Eligibility
The fund is open to a diverse range of applicants, including:
- Academics and independent researchers
- Master’s and PhD students
- Postdoctoral researchers
- Civil society and policy experts
Key conditions:
- One application per applicant (team submissions allowed)
- Projects must be ongoing or in development
- Completed or previously published work is not eligible
- Applications may be submitted in English or Turkish
Funding Categories
Five projects will be selected in 2026 under two categories:
- Micro-Scale Research
- Funding: €1,500
- Final report: minimum 15 pages
- Medium & Large-Scale Research
- Funding: €2,500
- Final report: minimum 25 pages
Application Requirements
Applications (3,000–4,000 words) must include:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Academic background, expertise, experience, publications
- Research Proposal
- Topic and research questions
- Methodology and work plan
- Contribution to literature
- Objectives and alignment with QAD’s mission
- Timeline and required resources
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- References
- Two expert referees with contact details
- Ethics Statement
- Confirmation of originality and adherence to academic standards
Technical guidelines:
- Submit as a single PDF
- Include applicant name on each page
- Number all pages
- Send via email to: [email protected]
Incomplete or non-compliant applications will not be considered.
Evaluation Criteria
Applications are reviewed by a scholarly jury appointed by the QAD Peace Research Association.
Key criteria include:
- Academic rigor and methodological strength
- Originality and analytical depth
- Relevance to peace research objectives
- Interdisciplinary and innovative approach
- Feasibility within the proposed timeline
- Potential societal and policy impact
External peer reviewers may be consulted where necessary.
Responsibilities of Selected Researchers
Successful applicants will:
- Submit final reports and policy papers
- Participate in QAD networking and dissemination activities
- Provide interim progress updates
- Acknowledge QAD funding in publications
Outputs will be translated and published in multiple languages, increasing accessibility and impact.
Timeline (2026–2027)
- Applications Open: 24 March 2026
- Deadline: 19 April 2026
- Results Announced: 8 May 2026
- Interim Evaluation: 1 October 2026
- Final Reports:
- Micro-scale: 5 February 2027
- Medium/Large-scale: 19 March 2027
Why Apply
The QAD Peace Research Support Fund offers a valuable opportunity for researchers to:
- Advance impactful peace research
- Gain visibility in academic and policy spaces
- Contribute to global and regional peacebuilding efforts
- Engage with interdisciplinary and international networks
Through this initiative, the QAD Peace Research Association continues to foster critical knowledge that supports sustainable peace and social transformation.
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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering the funding. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
