To become a volunteer, please send a volunteer application by email. Once your application is reviewed, we will contact you for an interview or orientation session to discuss how your skills and interests align with our current projects.

If you don't have any previous experience with science communication - don't worry. We'll give you all the info and training required to make sure you'll know what to do. All you need is the willingness to volunteer. 

We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities, including project coordination, event planning, fundraising, community outreach, administrative support, and more. Opportunities vary depending on current projects and needs, so we encourage you to check our website regularly for updates.

The time commitment varies depending on the role. Some positions may require a regular weekly commitment, while others might be project-based with more flexible hours. During the application process, we will discuss your availability to match you with a suitable opportunity.

Yes, we are all about training ! All volunteers receive training appropriate to their role. This may include an orientation session, specific skills training, and ongoing support to ensure you are well-prepared and comfortable in your volunteer position.

Our mentoring program is available to  individuals or teams who are willing to learn to communicate science in innovative ways. To apply, you don't need to be a scientist, but your activity should clearly demonstrate that you will communicate scientific research to the public. You should also not already be a professional of science communication. 

We are open to all innovative formats of science communication—there are no limits to your creativity! The only requirement is that your project includes a public presentation in Germany, Austria, or Switzerland. If your format allows, your work can also be accessible or shared more broadly to reach audiences beyond these regions. 

The maximum grant amount varies depending on the project. Typically, small grants range from 1000 to 10,000. You also benefit from individualised mentoring for you or your team to learn to design, implement and evaluate science communication projects with us. 

Applications can be submitted through our contact form. You will need to complete an application form, which includes your name(s) and addresses the 3 points mentionned in the call. Be sure to attach any required supporting documents.

Required documents typically include your proposed idea  (2pages max) and a detailed budget and time line. 

Application can be submitted once a year, as appears in the call. 

Applications will be evaluated based on their alignment with our mission to tackle communication challenges through innovative formats and their relevance to the call’s topic. An internal review committee will carefully assess all eligible submissions.

We aim to notify all applicants of the outcome within 4-6 weeks after the application is received. Successful applicants will receive further instructions on how to proceed.

Generally, applicants may only apply for one grant per  year. 

Our funding decisions are based on the quality of the submitted projects and current funding priorities. The application process is competitive, so feel free to reach out with any questions before submitting your full application.