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InteRussia is a unique fellowship programme that helps deepen ties between Russian community of professionals and those from other countries. Our website — https://interussia.com/en
Today we celebrate the birthday of Polina, coordinator of our International Relations and Energy fellowships 💌
Polina joined the team not so long ago, but it already feels like she’s been with us forever. Polina manages to bring calm, warmth, and a sense of care into everything she does. She’s always there to help, to support, and to make sure things run smoothly — and that people feel comfortable along the way.
Polina, we wish you a year full of new experiences, exciting plans, and moments that make you genuinely happy. May everything you put your energy into come back to you in the best possible way ❤️
🎉 — Join us in wishing Polina a very happy birthday!
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Happy Easter🥚
Easter reminds us that even after the longest seasons, brightness finds its way back, hope grows stronger, and new beginnings are never out of reach.
May this day be spent with those who matter most — with warmth in your hearts, kindness in your words, and gentle joy in your conversations, and that quiet, light feeling inside we’re always looking for.
☀️Wishing you a truly bright and peaceful Easter!
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De InteRussia al escenario global ✨
La Global Energy Association organizó recientemente la conferencia internacional Regional to Global en Ecuador — y entre los expertos invitados estuvo nuestro alumni, profesor de la Universidad de Lleida (Cataluña), Eric Aguilar.
Tras completar en 2024 la beca InteRussia en el ámbito energético para especialistas de América Latina, Eric ya participa en debates globales — y comparte su visión en el video.
¿Qué encontrarás dentro?
📍 Ideas clave sobre las iniciativas internacionales que están dando forma a la agenda energética actual
📍 Reflexiones sobre la cooperación global y el intercambio de conocimientos
📍 El papel de los InteRussia programas de becas InteRussia para jóvenes profesionales
Si eres especialista en energía en América Latina y buscas un crecimiento profesional real — te estamos esperando. ¡Postula ahora!
La beca InteRussia se implementa con el apoyo de la Fundación de Subvenciones Presidenciales.
Where the energy agenda is shaped — let’s take a closer look 🌞
On April 2–3, Kazan hosted Energoprom, one of the key industry forums in Russia’s power sector — and this year, our fellows were right at the center of it.
So what did they actually do there?
🤩Explored the exhibition space — and even had the chance to personally greet Rustam Minnikhanov, Rais of the Republic of Tatarstan, and Sergey Tsivilev, Minister of Energy of the Russian Federation.
🤩Joined the plenary session to discuss the future of the electric power industry, technological sovereignty, and global energy transitions.
🤩Took the floor at the Council of Rectors meeting, where our fellows Joan Nwafor, Founder of CyberOdan, shared Nigeria’s experience in education and workforce development in the energy sector.
🤩Met with Roman Marshavin, Deputy Minister of Energy of the Russian Federation, to talk about international cooperation and professional pathways in the field.
From conversations to connections, from insights to real opportunities. And for our fellows, this is just the beginning.
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
You’re closer than you think ⭐️
Today is your last chance to take part in a fellowship that actually moves your career forward. Applications are closing for:
⭐️InteRussia fellowship in Medicine
⭐️InteRussia fellowship in Information Technology
Working alongside experts, tackling real challenges, and building experience that actually stands out on your CV.
➡️ Apply today by 23:59 Moscow time. The clock is ticking.
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
The Energoprom’s second day — and the pace is picking up 💡
Today unfolded as Youth Day at the Kazan International Energy Forum Energoprom — a space where early-career professionals and future engineers step into the conversation shaping the energy sector.
As part of the program, our fellows met with Roman Marshavin, Deputy Minister of Energy of the Russian Federation, taking a closer look at how the industry really runs.
More from inside Energoprom 🔜
The InteRussia fellowship in the Electric Power is implemented by the Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund, the Academy of Youth Diplomacy, and Kazan State Power Engineering University with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
InteRussia Launches Fellowship for South Asian Journalists 🎥
The Gorchakov Fund hosted the official opening of the InteRussia fellowship in journalism for professionals from South Asia.
The fellows were welcomed by:
🐚Vasily Pushkov, Director of International Cooperation at Sputnik;
🐚Daria Pripachkina, Deputy Head of Department at the Presidential Grants Foundation;
🐚Lyana Dymova, Academic Programs Coordinator at the Gorchakov Fund.
“Journalism is not just a profession — it is, in many ways, a key instrument in shaping public consciousness in any country. We are glad that the fellowship program has become an effective platform for cooperation with journalists from different countries and regions,” — said Lyana Dymova.
The InteRussia fellowship in journalism for South Asia countries is implemented by the Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and the Sputnik International News Agency and Radio Broadcast Service with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
InteRussia Opens Its Oriental Studies Fellowship at the Institute of Oriental Studies RAS 📚
On March 24, the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) hosted the official opening of the InteRussia fellowship in Oriental Studies.
The fellows were welcomed by
✨Dr. Vasily Kuznetsov, Deputy Director of the Institute of Oriental Studies,
✨and Lyana Dymova, Academic Programs Coordinator at the Gorchakov Fund.
“It is a great honor for us to see growing international interest in Russian expertise in Oriental, historical, and archaeological research. We will do our best to ensure that this experience is both meaningful and valuable for all participants,” — noted Dr. Vasily Kuznetsov.
The InteRussia fellowship in Oriental Studies is implemented by the Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
Maybe it’s time to try something new...🪩
A different country to explore.
New people to connect with.
A space where you can grow and develop.
If you’re a young professional from Africa and feel ready for more — to build real experience, sharpen your skills, and discover what you’re truly capable of — this might be exactly what you’ve been looking for.
➡️ Swipe through the cards, find the fellowship that fits you best, and apply on our website.
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
Eid al-Fitr is a moment to pause, to embrace the warmth of togetherness, and to reflect on the strength, patience, and compassion that have guided us through the past month.
May this special day bring light to your home, peace to your heart, and a deep sense of gratitude and renewal. May all the kindness and intentions you have nurtured grow into something truly meaningful in the days ahead.
Eid Mubarak 🌟
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InteRussia in Belgrade 🇷🇸
On March 16, the Russian House in Belgrade hosted a meeting with participants of the InteRussia fellowships.
Alyona Isakova, coordinator of the fellowship for artists and specialists in Russian studies, presented the upcoming InteRussia programs for 2026.
What we discussed:
✅impressions from living and studying in Russia;
✅how the fellowship contributes to academic and professional trajectories;
✅opportunities for further cooperation and international networking.
These meetings are always something more than just a gathering. They are a reminder that InteRussia is not only about academic mobility — it is about building a sustainable international community, where professional dialogue turns into lasting human connections.
❤️ — if you are waiting for InteRussia in your country next.
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Wait… thought it was over? Not quite ✍
Yes, the deadline for the InteRussia fellowship in Russian Studies was approaching fast… but we decided to give you a little more time.
The application period is officially extended!
Still thinking about joining? Here’s what awaits you:
⭕️deep dive into Russian language, literature, and culture
⭕️research work under the guidance of leading scholars from the Pushkin State Russian Language Institute
⭕️a month in Moscow exploring the city where so many literary and cultural stories began
So if you were about to say “maybe next year”… — this is your sign.
➡️ Submit your application by March 22, 23:59 Moscow time (GMT+3).
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
This is it. The final call 🔥
Today is the last day to apply for the InteRussia fellowship for journalists from the Middle East and North Africa.
Somewhere right now, a future fellow is hesitating to press “submit”. Could that person be you?
Now imagine this:
⭐️ Working side by side with journalists from around the world while covering SPIEF 2026
⭐️ Questioning familiar narratives and exploring new stories
⭐️ Discovering perspectives you’ve never encountered before
⭐️ Telling stories that connect societies across borders
If you’ve been thinking about it, this is your sign. Applications close tonight at 23:59 (Moscow time).
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
Imagine going from analyzing data in Mali to designing a drone that prevents birds from colliding with aircraft — all in just four weeks in Moscow. Sounds unreal? 🐤
That’s exactly what Zeid Ombotimbe experienced during the InteRussia STEM Fellowship at Skoltech in autumn 2025.
He arrived with a dream about the university and left with friends from 12 countries, long nights in the lab, and a new title — “InteRussia Fellow” — on his CV, opening doors he never imagined. Today, Zeid is preparing to pursue a Master’s degree right here in Moscow.
😵 Dreaming of transforming your professional path? The InteRussia Fellowship in Information Technology is looking for driven and talented innovators ready to take the next leap.
🤫 Swipe through the cards to explore Zeid’s journey and read the full interview — get inspired and start your own adventure!
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
Today we celebrate Ivan — the coordinator of our International Relations and STEM fellowships, whose analytical mind and generous spirit leave a lasting impact on everyone he works with.
For many fellows, Vanya is a mentor they can always rely on. He listens attentively and approaches every question with thoughtfulness and respect.
Drawing on his expertise in international relations and Iranian politics, strengthened by his fluency in Farsi, he brings depth, clarity, and insight to every discussion. Yet beyond his professionalism, he shares something equally invaluable — steady support and a genuine belief in the potential of each person.
Ivan, may your drive continue to open new horizons, and may the care and wisdom you so generously extend to others return to you many times over. ❤️
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The day that changed the world 🚀
Exactly 65 years ago, Yuri Gagarin lifted off aboard the spacecraft Vostok and entered open space, proving a simple but powerful truth: what feels unreachable is often only something that hasn’t been attempted yet.
International Day of Human Space Flight honors those who choose uncertainty over comfort, curiosity over certainty, and movement over hesitation.
And perhaps the real lesson hidden in history is not about scale, but about direction. Progress doesn’t wait for grand moments — it begins when someone decides to move forward, even without knowing what lies ahead.
📍 Your own “first step” might be exactly that: choosing to apply.
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This is where Oriental Studies actually happens ✏️
You can’t really imagine an Oriental Studies fellowship without museums. Here, they’re not part of the cultural program — they are the learning environment. History becomes something you engage with directly: through sources, artifacts, and real research context.
So where have our fellows already been?
📚 Russian State Archive of Ancient Acts
An archive where documents don’t just sit in storage. Diplomatic correspondence, decrees, traces of entire eras — all helping piece together how states, cultures, and ideas once interacted.
📚 Russian State Library
One of the largest libraries in the world, and a place where knowledge feels tangible. Here, participants worked with rare collections and research materials.
📚 Oriental Museum
A space where meaning is built visually. Through art, symbols, and material culture, fellows explored how ideas are encoded, reinterpreted, and carried across time.
No “tourist mode.” Just full immersion into the field. Which museum would you start with?
🤓 — Russian State Archive of Ancient Acts
🤩 — Russian State Library
🥰 — Oriental Museum
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
From InteRussia to the global stage ✨
The Global Energy Association recently hosted the international conference "Regional to Global" in Ecuador — and among the invited experts was our alumni, Professor at the University of Lleida (Catalonia), Eric Aguilar.
After completing the InteRussia energy fellowship for Latin American specialists in 2024, Eric is already contributing to global discussions — and sharing his perspective in the video.
What’s inside:
📍 Insights on key international energy initiatives shaping today’s agenda
📍 Reflections on global cooperation and knowledge exchange
📍 The role of InteRussia fellowship programs for young professionals
If you’re an energy specialist from Latin America looking for real professional growth — we’re waiting for you! Apply now.
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
Powering the future starts here ✨
Last week, Kazan State Power Engineering University welcomed a new cohort of InteRussia fellows in Electric Power, bringing together professionals from Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa, and Zambia.
Opening remarks were delivered by
🟣Irina Akhmetova, Vice-Rector for Development and Innovation at KGEU;
🟣Guzel Nezhmetdinova, Advisor to the Rector's Office for International Affairs at KGEU;
🟣Yulia Devyatilova, Head of Special Projects at the Academy of Youth Diplomacy;
🟣Kseniia Mineeva, Coordinator of the InteRussia fellowship in Electric Power.
In the weeks ahead, fellows will visit government institutions and industrial sites, work closely with relevant ministries and agencies, and exchange perspectives with colleagues from around the world.
⚡️Follow the journey — and don’t miss your chance to be part of it.
The InteRussia fellowship in the Electric Power is implemented by the Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund, the Academy of Youth Diplomacy, and Kazan State Power Engineering University with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
What happens when the conversation gets real? 🌎
Our international relations and oriental studies fellows met with
🔵Feodor Lukyanov, Editor-in-Chief of "Russia in Global Affairs" journal, Chairman of the Presidium of the Council for Foreign and Defense Policy, and
🔵Dmitri Trenin, Academic Supervisor of the Institute of World Military Economy and Strategy at HSE University, RIAC President.
It quickly became clear that this was not about listening quietly in the back row, but about stepping into a space where arguments matter more than agreement.
At the center of the discussion:
🔹a world and global institutions no longer held together by familiar rules;
🔹what remains of liberalism and what is taking shape in its place;
🔹how Russia interprets and acts within today’s international system;
🔹strategic stability in a time when predictability is no longer guaranteed.
No simplified narratives. No final conclusions. Just an honest attempt to make sense of the ability to think in uncertainty — and speak within it.
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
From one stage to another — and now, all eyes on Kazan 🧡
March 31 also marked the starting point for a new InteRussia fellowship — this time in Electric Power, bringing young professionals from Africa and MENA region to Kazan State Power Engineering University.
And before the participants could even catch their breath — they have already stepped straight into the pulse of the Kazan International Energy Forum Energoprom, joining discussions, exploring technologies, and connecting with key players shaping the future of energy.
✏️Catch the first glimpses from the site, where the fellows were welcomed by the Rais of Tatarstan.
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
The story begins: meet the next InteRussia fellows ⭐️
On March 31, the official opening of the InteRussia fellowship for journalists took place — bringing together a new group of participants ready to find their voice in today’s media landscape.
Vasily Pushkov, Director of International Cooperation at Sputnik International News Agency and Radio, greeted the fellows and set the tone for the program ahead.
🔥 — To wish good luck to our rising stars!
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
The second one is already underway 🔥
Today, the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences hosted the official opening of the InteRussia fellowship in Oriental Studies.
🎙 The participants were welcomed by Lyana Dymova, Academic Programs Coordinator at the Gorchakov Fund, who wished them a productive and inspiring journey.
And why this field is more relevant today than ever — take a look below 🔚
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
Kristina Mikavica’s story — the first visually impaired InteRussia fellow — is one you don’t forget⭐️
During the selection process, experts usually focus on experience, education, and motivation. Kristina had all of that in her application. But at the very end, there was one short line: “I can barely see (90% vision loss).”
This detail could have gone unnoticed. Yet it became the beginning of a story that makes you rethink what we mean by “limitations” and “opportunities.”
Kristina’s story is not just about a fellowship. It is an example for anyone who hesitates, postpones, or is afraid to take a step toward their dream.
➡️ Read more in the cards or on our website.
📌 And if you’re ready to take a step toward your dream, apply for the Russian Studies fellowship. The time to stop being afraid has come.
The text is based on Kristina’s voice messages.
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
The InteRussia Fellowship in International Relations Starts at MGIMO University 💬
On March 17, the MGIMO Institute for International Studies welcomed a new wave of the InteRussia fellowship for professionals in International Relations and Political Science.
Lyana Dymova, Academic Programs Coordinator at the Gorchakov Fund, emphasized the importance of dialogue in a changing world:
We are witnessing a profound transformation of the international system, where public diplomacy and professional engagement are becoming ever more significant. Through the InteRussia fellowship, a new community of professionals is being formed — one that not only allows for exchanges of knowledge and ideas, but also serves as an important channel of cooperation between countries.
The InteRussia fellowship in international relations is implemented by the Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and MGIMO Institute for International Studies with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
🦞 The new season begins: the first InteRussia fellowship of the year is now open
Today, the MGIMO Institute of International Studies hosted the official opening ceremony of the InteRussia fellowship in international relations.
Andrey Baykov, Vice-Rector for Science and Research, addressed the participants with a welcoming note, inspiring them to explore new research frontiers and maximize the potential of the program 🔜
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
Today we celebrate the birthday of a person whose energy seems to run on its own special fuel — Sergey! 🎁
Our Deputy Director, a generator of ideas, who can turn even the most serious discussion into a lively exchange of inspiration. If something exciting is happening around the InteRussia universe, chances are Sergey has already thought about it, improved it, and added three more ideas on top.
He moves faster than most to-do lists, always thinking ahead, connecting people, launching new initiatives and reminding us that even the boldest ideas can become reality if you have the courage — and the drive — to pursue them.
Sergey, may your year be filled with new projects, new discoveries, and the same unstoppable energy that inspires everyone around you. And of course — with moments to celebrate the results of all those brilliant ideas.
Happy Birthday! ❤️
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To all the wonderful women — happy International Women’s Day 🍷
Today is about you.
About your inspiration, about your curiosity and the fearless questions you ask, about the passion, talent, and energy you bring into everything you do.
❤️ Listen to yourself, trust your voice, and keep moving boldly toward the dreams that matter to you.
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Latin American professionals — we’re looking for you 😍
If you’re ready to test your skills in a new environment, exchange ideas with colleagues from different countries, and work on challenges that go beyond your local context, this could be your next step.
➡️ Explore the cards to find the pathway that aligns with your professional focus.
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
Step into a world of сareer opportunities 😎
Asia’s young professionals, are you ready to dive into real-world challenges, learn from the best, and make global connections that matter?
InteRussia is looking for the next generation of leaders and innovators.
➡️ Swipe through the cards to explore the programs.
The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.