Are you a student at an ENHANCE university with a passion for promoting diversity and inclusion?
The ENHANCE Diversity Seed Fund is your chance to turn that passion into action. We provide funding to support innovative, student-led projects that address key challenges related to inclusion and diversity within our academic communities.
The funding is fully used. You can not apply for a new project anymore. Read further to explore the selected projects. They all contribute to meaningful change on our campuses.
Objectives of the Fund
The ENHANCE Diversity Seed Fund aims to:
Empower students and staff to create projects that address inclusion and diversity challenges
Inspire the ENHANCE community by sharing successful projects as good practices
Support a minimum of 10 impactful projects by November 2026.
Whether your project is focused on raising awareness, promoting allyship, or enhancing inclusivity in existing activities, this fund is here to support your vision. We encourage creative and out-of-the-box ideas that can make a difference in your university and beyond.
Criteria for Funding
Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Relevance (30 points): Alignment with the fund’s objectives and your university’s diversity and inclusion strategy.
Project Team & Motivation (30 points): The commitment and involvement of student(s) in the project. Staff can also join the project.
Impact (40 points): The project’s potential to increase awareness and inclusivity, with a clear plan for implementation and sustainability.
The ENHANCE Diversity Office is responsible for the selection of the proposals.
How to Apply
Application Form: Complete the online form.
You can apply for funding as an individual or a team. You can submit your project proposal anytime before the next application deadline January 12 2026.
Please ensure that your project aligns with the contents outlined in our call.
Application Process
Once handed in, the proposals will be reviewed by the ENHANCE Diversity Seed Fund Selection Committee consisting of ENHANCE Diversity Office Members. The application process is designed to be flexible and continuous. Project proposals can be submitted continuously, with selections made biannually.
