Event funding

Funding is now available for student groups and University staff to organise events to contribute to the culture of welcome at Edinburgh for those who have experienced forced migration.

Current funding call

Application deadline: 5pm, 22 May 2026
Event period: 2 June to 10 July 2026
Funding range per event: £250 to £500

The fund launches in time for Refugee Week 2026, however events can run throughout the year. The current funding call covers events up to 10 July 2026, and Education Beyond Borders offers funding of up to £500 for each event.

Applicants should ensure they read the criteria and guidance below before applying for funding.


Applying for funding

Applicants should ensure they read the criteria and guidance below before applying for funding.

To be eligible for the funding, applicants must adhere the below guidelines:

  • The event must be held between 2 June and 10 July 2026.
  • Applicants need to apply as an individual or as part of a group.
  • Applicants must be a student or staff member at the University of Edinburgh.
  • The event should be linked to a University department or society.
  • The event must take place in Edinburgh.

The event type may include (but is not limited to):

  • film screenings
  • exhibitions
  • panel sessions
  • arts & craft sessions
  • community meals
  • storytelling events
  • seminars

If you want to discuss your ideas or need support to organise your event, get in touch with the Education Beyond Borders team at educationbeyondborders@ed.ac.uk.


To apply for funding, complete the application form. In this form we will ask you to:

  • outline your event and it's aims
  • provide a budget
  • let us know how you will report back on the event after it is over.

Applications should ensure they've read and understood the requirements before applying for the grant.


Refugee Week 2026

Since 2020, the community at the University of Edinburgh has marked Refugee Week. Take inspiration from previous events and stories that celebrate our diverse community and culture of welcome.

Refugee Week at the University of Edinburgh

This year's theme is Courage. Courage isn’t always loud or bold. It can be found in simple acts: opening your door to a neighbour, trying new food, reading a book, or watching a film that changes your view of the world. It can be speaking up, asking for help, sharing your story – or simply having the courage to be yourself.

Simple Acts

Need help?

You can contact us if you:

  • have an event that will happen before the next round of applications is open
  • want to discuss your ideas
  • need support to organise your event

Get in touch at educationbeyondborders@ed.ac.uk.

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