International Digital Technical Standards Grant Scheme 2026-29: Improving Proficiency, Capacity and Participation
Funding for digital technical standards learning, participation and capability.
This scheme supports activities that build capability in digital technical standards. Applications are invited under Categories A to D, with innovative proposals also considered under Category E where they offer longer-term, integrated approaches that support the programme’s strategic objectives.
Funding can support awareness and introductory learning, hands-on participation and skills developmen…
The scheme covers digital technical standards development. Categories cover awareness, inspiration and introductory learning; hands-on participation and skills development; education and curriculum development; mentoring and exposure to standards environments; and strategic and integrated innovation. Applications must be submitted under one category only: A, B, C, D or E.
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