Funds are available each year to support member organisations
to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
AGM Scholarships
The EPOA AGM provides an opportunity for members to meet and network, share experiences and best practices, and strengthen their Pride engagement. The purpose of the AGM Scholarship Fund is to increase access for member organisations with limited financial resources so they can participate in the AGM.
EPOA is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and actively seeks broad representation at the AGM. We strongly encourage applications from organisations proposing representatives who are women, trans, non-binary, people of colour, disabled, or from other underrepresented communities.
Scholarships are awarded for participation in the EPOA Annual General Meeting and may be used to cover registration fees, travel expenses, and accommodation.
Only EPOA member organisations may apply; applications from individuals will not be considered. The fund can support one representative per organisation only and cannot be used to fund travel or attendance for more than one person.
If awarded a scholarship, EPOA will cover the cost of travel from the location of the member organisation applying. The AGM host organisation will cover the costs of the AGM registration fee, including conference attendance, meals and accommodation. If the applicant requires accommodation in addition the nights at the conference, this will be covered by EPOA if it is necessary.
Applicants should be aware that travel prices may change between application and booking. While members are encouraged to select the most cost-effective travel options, routes should also be practical and reasonable, with limited transfers where possible.
Approved funding will be reimbursed only upon submission of valid proof of purchase and will not exceed the amount awarded.
Organisations that have submitted a bid for, or hold a licence to host, EuroPride are not eligible for scholarships.
The conference and all AGM proceedings are conducted in English. Applicants should ensure their proposed participant is comfortable participating in English.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted via the official digital application form no later than 30 April each year.
The form will request the following information:
- Name, role, and pronouns of the proposed attendee
- Whether the attendee requires a visa to attend the AGM
- Estimated travel costs, including dates and times
- Financial information and background about your Pride organisation
- Explanation of how attending the AGM will benefit your organisation
Applications will be reviewed at the Board meeting in May, and all applicants will be informed of the outcome by the end of May.
If a scholarship is granted, the participant must submit a brief written report to the Board on their participation and experience of the AGM no later than two weeks after the AGM, with their reimbursement form and receipts.