The Digital Humanism Summer School 2026

V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University is offering up to five EURIDICE scholarships to support PhD students and young researchers from war affected or endangered regions of Ukraine to attend the 5th ACM Europe Digital Humanism Summer School in Vienna, Austria, taking place 6 to 10 July 2026. Each scholarship is a lump sum of €1,100 covering the participation fee, six nights accommodation, and travel to and from Vienna, with a total call budget of €5,500. Applications open 20 April 2026 and close 20 June 2026 at 16 00 EET, with notifications by 27 June 2026 at 16 00 EET; required documents include a signed application letter, CV, motivation letter, short abstract, and supporting eligibility documentation. Selection is merit and need based and will be made by a Joint Evaluation Committee using a points system, and the decision of the Committee is final.

What is funded

Short description

Scholarships to support PhD students and young researchers from V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University to attend the 5th ACM Europe Digital Humanism Summer School (TU Wien), covering participation fee, six nights accommodation and travel to/from Vienna.

Funding available per award:€1,100 lump sum per student. Total call budget €5,500; up to 5 scholarships available ¹.

1. 1Who can apply: PhD students and young researchers enrolled at Karazin University in academic year 2025/2026; priority for those from war-affected or endangered regions, students with certified disabilities, IDPs, or low socio-economic background.
2. 2Key dates: Opening 20 April 2026; Deadline 20 June 2026 18:00 Brussels time (16:00 EET); Summer School 6–10 July 2026.
3. 3Application basics: Complete application form in English and upload signed application letter, CV, motivation letter and supporting documents proving eligibility; evaluation by a Joint Evaluation Committee using a 35-point scale.

Selection is merit- and need-based; decisions are final. Applications and supporting documents must be submitted in English (supporting docs may be in English or Ukrainian with translations). For program details see the project page and summer school announcement EURIDICE project and Summer School ¹.

Footnotes

1. 1Primary source: EURIDICE call information and Karazin University announcement available on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal and the university web page.

Summary and key facts

V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University (Karazin University) is offering a limited number of EURIDICE scholarships to support PhD students and young researchers from war-affected or endangered regions of Ukraine to participate in the Digital Humanism Summer School 2026 (5–10 July 2026 activities in Vienna, main school 6–10 July 2026 at TU Wien). The scholarships are part of the EURIDICE EU-funded project (Grant Agreement 101123121) under DIGITAL-2022. Total budget for this Call: €5,500.00; scholarship amount €1,100.00 per student, covering participation fee, accommodation for six nights, and travel to/from Vienna. A maximum of 5 scholarships will be awarded.

Primary objective:Provide financial support and social inclusion for PhD students and young researchers at Karazin University from war-affected or otherwise vulnerable backgrounds to attend the Digital Humanism Summer School and related activities.

Important dates and timeline

Eligibility and target applicants

Eligible applicants:PhD students and young researchers enrolled at V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University in the 2025/2026 academic year. Priority and eligibility specifically target students from war-affected or endangered regions of Ukraine. Applicants are also encouraged to apply if they meet one or more of the following additional criteria: certified disabilities, official internally displaced persons (IDP) status within Ukraine, or low socio-economic background (family income between first quartile Q1 and median Q2 in country of origin, reference fiscal year is the year preceding application).

1. 1Students from war-affected or endangered regions of Ukraine (primary eligibility).
2. 2Students with certified disabilities (must provide certified medical documentation or national disability proof).
3. 3Internally displaced persons (must submit valid certificate of registration as IDP issued by competent Ukrainian authority).
4. 4Students from low socio-economic backgrounds (supporting proof such as tax statement, income certificate, or social benefit statement).

Eligible applicant types (concise)

Eligible applicant types:university students (PhD candidates), young researchers affiliated to Karazin University. Not open to external organisations, companies, or individuals not enrolled at Karazin University.

Funding type and nature of support

Funding type:scholarship grant (lump-sum payment to selected students). Nature of support: monetary lump sum of €1,100.00 per selected student covering the participation fee, accommodation for six nights, and travel to and from Vienna. Scholarships are awarded for a one-week period and have no automatic renewal.

Total funding available:€5,500.00 total for this Call; €1,100.00 per scholarship; up to 5 scholarships.

Consortium requirement and geographic scope

Consortium requirement:single-applicant scholarships (individual PhD students apply). Geographic eligibility: targeted to students at Karazin University (Ukraine). The opportunity is part of an EU-funded project and the summer school takes place in Austria (Vienna), but applicants must be enrolled at Karazin University in Ukraine.

Target sectors and thematic focus

Primary sector:education and capacity building in digital society; thematic focus includes digital humanism, digitalization impacts on society, AI challenges and governance, digital sovereignty, participation and inclusion in digital spaces, social innovation, and global citizenship. Relevant academic disciplines: humanities, social sciences, computer science, AI, digital ethics, law, political science and related fields.

Project stage and expected maturity

Project stage:training / education. The opportunity is for participation in a short-term advanced training event (summer school) and is suitable for PhD-level researchers and early-stage researchers seeking learning, networking and exposure to digital humanism topics.

Application process and required documents

Application model:single-stage open call for eligible Karazin University PhD students through the specified application portal and forms (Karazin University guidance references an open review submission platform and a Google Forms link for parts of the process). Applications must be submitted in English; supporting documents may be in English or Ukrainian (with translations). If documentation is insufficient, the Evaluation Committee may request additional information or reject the application.

1. 1Complete the Application Form (online submission portal).
2. 2Upload Signed Application Letter (Annex 1; template available via Karazin University page).
3. 3Upload Curriculum Vitae (CV).
4. 4Upload a Short Motivation Letter (maximum 2 pages where specified).
5. 5Upload Supporting Documents for each claimed eligibility criterion (e.g., certified disability documentation, IDP registration certificate, tax statement/income certificate or social benefit statement), issued by a responsible authority or accredited expert.
6. 6Provide a short abstract (limit 2000 characters) in the submission form with name, current educational institution, academic background, and succinct motivations for participation.

Application form templates and structure

Karazin University provides a Signed Application Letter template (Annex 1). The application submission requires a completed application form (online), a CV, motivation letter, and supporting eligibility documentation. The Karazin guidance specifies that CV and motivation letter should be in English and PDF format with a maximum length of 2 pages for each document. The submission form requires a short abstract (maximum 2000 characters) including personal and academic identifiers and main motivations for attending.

1. 1Application form fields (as described): personal details, current educational institution, academic background, short abstract (max 2000 characters), eligibility criteria checkboxes (disability, IDP, low socio-economic background), contact details.
2. 2Annex 1 Signed Application Letter: template to be filled and signed by applicant.
3. 3CV: academic CV in English, PDF, max 2 pages.
4. 4Motivation letter: in English, PDF, max 2 pages.
5. 5Supporting documents: scanned certified copies of official documents proving eligibility claims; translations where applicable.

Evaluation, scoring and award procedure

A Joint Evaluation Committee appointed by Karazin University will assess all applications and assign points across four main criteria, allowing a maximum of 35 points per application. The Committee will include academic representatives from Karazin University (at least 4 persons across several institutes), at least one student representative from Karazin University, and at least one representative from EURIDICE consortium partners. The Committee will be appointed after the application deadline and finalise evaluations within 7 days after the submission deadline.

1. 1Scoring criterion 1: Academic and Social Achievements (academic performance, scientific activity, volunteering, social activities) — 5 to 20 points.
2. 2Scoring criterion 2: Certified Disabilities — 5 points (based on verified disability documentation).
3. 3Scoring criterion 3: Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) — 5 points (valid IDP registration certificate required).
4. 4Scoring criterion 4: Low Socio-Economic Background — 5 points (family income between Q1 and Q2 in country of origin; supporting proofs required).

All applications are ranked by total score; up to 5 scholarships awarded. The Committee decision is final. The list of selected recipients will be published on the EURIDICE web pages hosted by Karazin University. Notification dates published on Karazin site: acceptance notifications by 27 June 2026, 16:00 EET for shortlisted/accepted applicants.

Selection scale, success rates and co-funding

Number of scholarships:up to 5. Success rate: not explicitly published; depends on number of eligible applicants. Because only 5 scholarships are available, applicants should assume competitive selection; no official overall applicant count or historical acceptance rate is provided in the Call text. Co-funding: scholarship is a lump-sum covering fee, accommodation and travel; selected scholars do not need to provide co-funding for these items. Applicants who are accepted but not awarded a full scholarship may be instructed to pay the registration fee of €480 to secure participation (registration fee covers five-day program, coffee breaks, lunches and social events).

Application submission method and stages

Application type:open single-stage call (submit once before deadline). Submission channel: online application form / portal as indicated by Karazin University and the EURIDICE call (Karazin uses an open review submission platform and Google Forms links for part of the process). Required documents must be uploaded and clearly labelled with the applicant's name. Applications must be in English; supporting documents may be English or Ukrainian with translations.

1. 1Stage 1: Prepare application package (Application Form, Annex 1 Signed Application Letter, CV, Motivation Letter, supporting eligibility documents, short abstract).
2. 2Stage 2: Submit via online portal/form by the published deadline.
3. 3Stage 3: Evaluation by Joint Evaluation Committee (committee appointed after deadline; evaluation finalised within 7 days).
4. 4Stage 4: Notification of results; winners published on Karazin/EURIDICE pages and instructed on next steps.

Contacts and further information

Primary organiser:V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University (Contact details and application links provided on the Karazin University EURIDICE / Summer School pages). Check the Karazin University project page for program details, the Signed Application Letter template (Annex 1), and the submission portal. Further programme information about the 5th ACM Europe Digital Humanism Summer School (program, venue, fees, ACM membership provision) is available on the TU Wien / School web pages and Karazin event posting ¹.

Mentioned countries and locations

Countries/locations explicitly mentioned in the Call and related pages:Ukraine (applicants must be students at Karazin University), Austria (Vienna — location of the Summer School at TU Wien). The scholarship is funded under an EU project (EURIDICE) but the applicants are specifically Karazin University students.

How to prioritise a competitive application

Ensure completeness and clarity of supporting documentation proving eligibility criteria (certified disability documents, official IDP registration, tax/income or social benefit statements). Emphasise academic and social achievements in CV and motivation letter, as academic and social achievements are the main scored criterion (5 to 20 points). Keep CV and motivation letter to the stated length limits and submit all documents in English (supporting docs may be Ukrainian with translation). Use the Signed Application Letter template (Annex 1).

Final summary

This Call provides targeted scholarships for up to five PhD students and young researchers enrolled at V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University to attend the Digital Humanism Summer School 2026 in Vienna as part of the EU-funded EURIDICE project. The scholarship is a lump-sum grant of €1,100 covering participation fee, six nights accommodation, and travel. Applications are open from 20 April 2026 and close 20 June 2026 (single-stage). Applicants must submit an application form, signed application letter (Annex 1), CV, short motivation letter, and supporting eligibility documents. Selection is made by a Joint Evaluation Committee using a points-based system across academic/social achievements and inclusivity criteria (disability, IDP status, low socio-economic background). Up to 5 scholarships will be awarded, and acceptance notifications will be published via Karazin University pages. The opportunity is focused on advancing knowledge and inclusion in the field of digital humanism, digital ethics and the social impacts of digital technologies and AI. For program details and templates consult the Karazin University EURIDICE pages and the summer school program pages referenced by the university ¹.

Footnotes

1. 1Karazin University event and Call details for the 5th ACM Europe Digital Humanism Summer School, including application instructions and Annex 1 template: karazin.ua

Opportunity Overview

This is a cascade funding scholarship call administered by V.N. Karazin Kharkiv National University under the EURIDICE project (EURopean Inclusive education for Digital society, social Innovation and global CitizEnship), funded through the EU Digital Europe Programme. The scholarship supports PhD students and young researchers to participate in the 5th ACM Europe Digital Humanism Summer School taking place 6-10 July 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The summer school explores democracy in the digital age, addressing topics including democratic governance of AI, digital sovereignty, civil society organizing, and AI for democratic innovation.

Funding Details

Total Budget Available:€5,500.00

Scholarship Amount per Recipient:€1,100.00 per student (lump sum for one week)

Number of Scholarships:Maximum of 5 scholarships will be awarded

What the Scholarship Covers:Participation fee, accommodation for six nights, and travel expenses to and from Vienna. The registration fee of €480 includes tuition, coffee breaks, lunches for all five days, and social events on two evenings. ACM will provide free 1-year memberships for all attending students.

Eligibility Criteria

Primary eligibility:All students from war-affected or endangered regions of Ukraine who face challenges and adversity during their studies are eligible to apply.

Additional eligibility criteria that strengthen applications:

• Students with certified disabilities (must provide certified medical documentation or proof of national disability status)
• Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) within Ukraine due to war or occupation (must provide valid IDP certificate from competent Ukrainian authority)
• Students from families with low socio-economic backgrounds (family income between first quartile and median income in country of origin; must provide tax statement, income certificate, or official social benefit statement)

Target group:PhD students and young researchers from V.N. Karazin Kharkiv National University in the 2025/2026 academic year.

Application Process and Timeline

Application Opening Date:20 April 2026

Application Deadline:20 June 2026 at 16:00 (Eastern European Time, EET)

Notification of Acceptance:27 June 2026 at 16:00 (Eastern European Time, EET)

Required application documents (all in English, PDF format):

1. 1Signed Application Letter (Annex 1 template provided)
2. 2Curriculum Vitae (maximum 2 pages)
3. 3Short Motivation Letter (maximum 2 pages)
4. 4Short abstract (maximum 2000 characters) including applicant name, current educational institution, academic background, and main motivations for participation
5. 5Supporting documents for each claimed eligibility criterion, issued by responsible authority or accredited expert

Applications must be submitted through the official application portal. If documentation is incomplete, the Evaluation Committee may request additional information or reject the application.

Evaluation and Selection Criteria

A Joint Evaluation Committee appointed by Karazin University will review all applications and assign points according to the following criteria. Maximum total points per application: 35 points.

All applications will be ranked based on total points obtained. The top 5 applicants will receive scholarships. The Evaluation Committee decision is final. The list of selected scholarship recipients will be published on the EURIDICE website at Karazin University.

Evaluation Committee Composition

The Joint Evaluation Committee will include representatives from V.N. Karazin Kharkiv National University (4 persons from School of Economics, Educational and Scientific Institute of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, and Educational and Scientific Institute Karazin Banking Institute), at least one student representative from Karazin University, and at least one representative from EURIDICE consortium partners. The Committee will be appointed after the application deadline and will finalize evaluation within 7 days of submission deadline.

Summer School Programme Details

Dates and Location:6-10 July 2026 in Vienna, Austria at TU Wien (co-located with European Summer School on Artificial Intelligence - ESSAI 2026)

Duration:5 days (one week)

Academic Credits:Upon successful completion, participants receive either 2 ECTS credits for active engagement in all lectures, practical components, and group project, or 3 ECTS credits if they additionally submit a final paper

The summer school explores the complex interplay between digital technologies and society with focus on democracy, digital sovereignty, and AI design aligned with human values. Key topics include foundational and philosophical issues of digital technologies and AI, democratic governance of AI and social media, civil society organizing in the digital age, AI for democratic innovation, and digital sovereignty and data privacy. Internationally renowned academics from computer science, social sciences, law, and humanities will present and discuss these themes.

Additional Information

Visa Support:Visa invitation letters can be requested when registering

Language of Application:English (supporting documents may be submitted in English or Ukrainian with translations)

Scholarship Nature:Awarded as lump sum for one-week period with no automatic entitlement or renewal

The scholarship programme objectives include supporting students from war-affected and endangered regions of Ukraine, supporting students from underprivileged or vulnerable backgrounds by providing equal access to international learning opportunities, promoting inclusiveness, diversity, fairness, and gender balance in higher education, and covering participation fees, accommodation, and travel costs.

Funding Source and Project Context

This opportunity is funded under the EU Digital Europe Programme (Grant Agreement No. 101123121) through the EURIDICE project, which aims to promote resilient, inclusive, and democratic society grounded in Digital Humanism principles. The call falls under the DIGITAL-2022 category for specialised education programmes or modules in key capacity areas.

Key Dates Summary

Applicants are strongly advised to submit applications well before the deadline to avoid technical issues. All communications regarding application status will be sent to the email address provided in the application form.