Australia-Japan Foundation 2026-27 Grant Round

Overview

The Australia-Japan Foundation (AJF) advances Australia's engagement with Japan by supporting people-to-people links through programs and partnerships aligned with the Australian Government's priorities. The AJF 2026-27 Grant Round invites grant applications for projects in the following priority areas: activities that promote cooperation on bilateral, economic security and broader geostrategic issues activities that expand Japanese literacy in Australia and/or an understanding of Australia in Japan  arts, culture, sport, and youth engagement  activities that advance cooperation in key emerging sectors, including energy transition, critical minerals, resilient supply chains, agriculture, artificial intelligence, robotics, cybersecurity and advanced technologies. The intended outcomes of the grant round are: delivery of impactful and well-promoted activities that catalyse new, and deepen existing, bilateral, institutional and community partnerships and collaborations based on shared strategic goals. increased public engagement and understanding and awareness of shared interests between Australia and Japan. increased recognition in Japan of Australian excellence and expertise. greater involvement of emerging leaders and youth in shaping the future of bilateral cooperation. visible inclusion of diverse voices and communities. creation of digital assets that can be used to promote the activity and contribute to AJF’s broader communications efforts.