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

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.