Conduct research or develop a professional project in two or three of the participating countries or locations within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Scholars must be approved for research in at least two countries or locations in order to receive the award. Final awards are contingent upon each host country/location approval and clearance by host countries, as appropriate.

Host institutions welcome scholars activities related to English language teaching (or training), as a primary assignment. The award is intended for direct TEFL teaching activities and may include (but not limited to):

Host institutions welcome scholars to teach undergraduate or graduate level courses, conduct research, carry out a combination of teaching and research activities, or conduct seminars or professional projects.