Where energy becomes tangible 🔺

You can study power systems for years — grids, loads, stability models — but none of it truly lands until you see how it all works in motion. That’s exactly what brought energy professionals from the Middle East and Africa to Kazan.

So what did it look like in practice?

⭐️ At the Energoprom Forum, fellows stepped into a high-level professional space where discussions focused on real industry challenges: infrastructure resilience, technological modernization, and the future of energy systems.

⭐️ At Innopolis University and the Free Economic Zone, they explored how digitalization, education, and business are integrated into one ecosystem — an environment where new energy solutions emerge and scale.

⭐️ As part of the program, participants visited Tatenergosbyt, Grid Company, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Republic of Tatarstan, the Iskra Volga Technopark, and also took part in a meeting with the State Committee on Tariffs of the Republic of Tatarstan.

⭐️ During an informal exchange with KSPEU international students, fellows compared academic paths, explored differences in national energy systems, and discovered how closely their challenges align across countries.

⭐️ And of course, no experience would be complete without cultural immersion: fellows uncovered the secrets of Syuyumbike, explored the Sviyazhsk Island-Grad, and expanded their vocabulary — chak-chak and echpochmak quickly became their favorite words (and dishes).

In the end, the program offered more than knowledge — it brought together people, experiences, and moments that stay with fellows long after the fellowship is over.

💡 And if you’re an energy professional, this might be exactly where your next step begins — just give it a try.

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 #energy #PresidentialGrantsFoundation

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A Way to Read the East 🏮

What happens when the study of the East moves beyond theory and into real research spaces? This is exactly what fellows explored as part of the InteRussia Fellowship in Oriental Studies at the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences — working with archives, museums, and academic experts.

What did it look like in reality?

⭕️Under the guidance of scholars from the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, fellows developed their own research projects, working directly with primary sources and visiting archives.

⭕️At the Institute of Oriental Manuscripts in St. Petersburg, fellows worked with rare texts, focusing on how knowledge is preserved and studied.

⭕️ At the State Historical Museum, they traced how cultures and empires evolved over time. The Russian State Library became a working space for independent study, while at the State Museum of Oriental Art fellows explored culture.

⭕️ At the Hermitage Museum and the Russian Museum, fellows moved through vast collections, encountering entire histories through artworks.

By the end of the program, the experience came together as a continuous process shaped by research, place, and direct engagement with sources and collections.

💡 And if you want to see how this journey unfolds in practice — learn more now.

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.

#interussia #orientalstudies #PresidentialGrantsFoundation 

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Inside Global Media: Where Stories are Made ⭕️

Before a story reaches the screen, it goes through dozens of decisions. For a month, InteRussia fellows from South Asian countries in Journalism stepped into this process — working in newsrooms and engaging with how global media operates.

Here’s how the program unfolded in practice

🌱 At the Sputnik studio, fellows followed editorial processes from the inside observing how stories are selected, shaped, and adapted for different audiences.

🌱 Fellows had the opportunity to speak with Maria Zakharova and Andrey Rudenko, as well as other representatives from the foreign policy and media sphere.

🌱 The program also included visits to major media platforms such as RT and TV BRICS. Fellows explored how international broadcasting works in practice.

🌱 Walking through Moscow and a visit to the ballet at the Bolshoi Theatre offered a different form of storytelling where expression is carried through movement, music, and visual composition.

By the end of the program, the experience brought together different aspects of journalism — from newsroom practice to public dialogue and cultural observation — showing how stories are shaped across spaces, formats, and perspectives.

🎊And if you want to be part of this experience — just go for it.

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 #journalism #PresidentialGrantsFoundation

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InteRussia Opens Fellowship for Journalists 🎙

Today RT Arabic hosted the official opening of the InteRussia fellowship program for journalists from Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Libya, Morocco and Sudan.

The fellows were welcomed by:

⭕️Manna Maya, Head of RT Arabic;
⭕️Karina Melikyan, Head of the Department of International Cooperation and Distribution at RT;
⭕️Lyana Dymova, Academic Programs Coordinator at the Gorchakov Fund.

During the opening ceremony, Manna Maya spoke about the specifics of RT Arabic’s work under the restrictions and the challenges that Russian media face nowadays.

She emphasised that this fellowship is truly unique and highly important for Russia, since strong ties between journalists from different countries and continuous professional dialogue are essential for the further development of the media sphere.

⭕️ The fellowship has officially begun — this is only the first chapter.

The InteRussia Fellowship for television journalists from the Middle East and North Africa is implemented by Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and RT Arabic with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

#InteRussia #journalism #PresidentialGrantsFoundation

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How does diplomatic dialogue work in practice ❓

For InteRussia fellows, direct conversations with senior officials are an essential part of the program. These meetings give participants an opportunity to better understand how international priorities are discussed and advanced in practice.

🔷 On May 15, participants of the InteRussia Fellowship for Journalists met with Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation.

The discussion focused on Russia’s relations with the Arab world. Borisenko spoke about the ties between Russia and Arab countries, emphasizing the shared interests and Russia’s commitment to supporting its Arab partners.

The fellows also discussed:
📎Russia’s relations with their home countries
📎Current international issues in the region
📎Regional cooperation and diplomatic dialogue
📎Contemporary geopolitical challenges

A valuable chance to engage directly with diplomacy beyond official statements.

The InteRussia Fellowship for television journalists from the Middle East and North Africa is implemented by Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and RT Arabic with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

#InteRussia #journalism #PresidentialGrantsFoundation

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The InteRussia Medical Fellowship Opens at Sechenov University ✨

On 19 May, Sechenov University hosted the official opening ceremony of the InteRussia Fellowship in Medicine at the Museum of Medical History, welcoming young medical professionals from Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Morocco, Serbia, Turkmenistan, and Vietnam.

The participants were addressed by:

📌 Ruslan Emirveliev, Head of International Office
📌 Lyana Dymova, Academic Programs Coordinator at the Gorchakov Fund

Lyana Dymova highlighted the importance of international professional ties:

«This fellowship is designed to be more than just a training program. For these weeks, you are not guests, you are colleagues. And when you return to your home countries you will carry not just knowledge, but the most precious thing — new friends and colleagues from all over the world, lasting professional cooperation and the possibility to exchange the expertise with your peers from other countries. You will become, in essence, informal ambassadors of the scientific and humanitarian ties between our nations».

Ruslan Emirveliev noted:

«We appreciate your interest in this program. International academic exchange plays a crucial role today, as it creates valuable opportunities for collaboration between participants. In the field of medicine maintaining international contacts is especially important, as it enables the exchange of knowledge and best practices. I wish all of you a productive stay at the university».

Over the coming week, participants will immerse in educational and clinical activities under the guidance of leading Russian medical professionals, gaining practical experience and building international professional connections.

The InteRussia program in medicine is implemented by the Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and Sechenov University, with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

#InteRussia #Medicine #PresidentialGrantsFoundation

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InteRussia Launches Fellowship for Russian Language Specialists ⭕️

On 19 May, the Gorchakov Fund officially opened the sixth InteRussia fellowship programme for foreign specialists in Russian language and philology — the only InteRussia fellowship conducted entirely in Russian and designed specifically for those who professionally study and teach the language around the world.

The fellows were welcomed by:

⭕️ Sergey Orlov, Deputy Executive Director of the Gorchakov Fund;
⭕️ Dina Gorbatova, Vice-Rector of the Pushkin State Russian Language Institute;
⭕️ Yulia Karmanova, Head of the Department of Continuing Education at the Pushkin Institute.

This year’s fellows represent 16 countries: Algeria, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Vietnam, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Senegal, Serbia, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Türkiye, Uzbekistan and Sri Lanka.

During the month ahead, participants will attend lectures, workshops and academic discussions посвящённые contemporary approaches to teaching Russian language and literature, including the use of AI tools and media content in educational materials.

The programme is implemented by Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation together with the Gorchakov Fund and the Pushkin State Russian Language Institute with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

#InteRussia #RussianLanguage #PresidentialGrantsFoundation

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How does media shape the way people see the world ☄️

Last week, InteRussia journalists from North Africa and the Middle East visited one of Russia’s key institutions for international communication and met with Maria Zakharova, Director of the Information and Press Department of the Russian MFA.

What was at the center of the discussion?

🔶 How media influences public opinion and shapes global narratives
🔶 Russia’s relations with countries of the Middle East and North Africa
🔶 The role of journalism in today’s international environment
🔶 Questions from participants on media, diplomac, and current global development

The meeting became an opportunity for future journalists to engage in an open dialogue, exchange perspectives, and gain deeper insight into the intersection of media and international affairs.

The InteRussia Fellowship for television journalists from the Middle East and North Africa is implemented by Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and RT Arabic with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

#InteRussia #journalism #PresidentialGrantsFoundation

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🔐Language Opens the World

Specially for participants of the 6th InteRussia Fellowship in Russian Language, the strategic session «Language Opens the World» was held at the Pushkin State Russian Language Institute — inspired by the words of the Institute’s founder, first rector and president, Academician Vitaly Kostomarov: «Language opens the world to us».

The event took place as part of the Institute’s spring academic session «Philological Universe».

During the session, fellows presented projects aimed at promoting the Russian language internationally:

✨ Team Eureka introduced «Russian Soul» — a unified platform for everyone passionate about the Russian language.

✨ Group Philologinis presented a film studio project «Lukomorye».

✨ Philolovers showcased «LingvoFriend» — an initiative designed to bring Russian into urban spaces through murals, graffiti and street art.

✨ Group Logos presented «Russian Season» — an international theatre competition for school and university students based on Russian literature and culture.

New ideas, creative formats, and one shared mission — opening the world through language ✨

#InteRussia #RussianLanguage #PresidentialGrantsFoundation

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What if your next stage is Moscow? 🎭

Sunday is the last day to apply for the InteRussia Fellowship in Theatre Arts.

This fellowship is your chance to immerse yourself in Russia’s theatre, gain experience and connect with industry professionals in Moscow.

📍 Swipe through the cards to see what’s waiting for you in the program — and make sure to submit your application before the deadline.

⏳ The deadline for submitting applications is May 31, 23:59

The InteRussia Fellowship in Theatre Arts is implemented by Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund, GITIS and TV BRICS International Media Network. The programme is implemented as part of Rossotrudnichestvo’s flagship New Generation initiative with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

#InteRussia #theatre #PresidentialGrantsFoundation

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The InteRussia Fellowship in Medicine Concludes at the Gorchakov Fund  ⤵️

On 29 May, the Gorchakov Fund hosted the closing ceremony of the InteRussia Fellowship in Medicine, implemented in cooperation with Sechenov University.

Over the course of the programme, young medical professionals from Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Morocco, Serbia, Turkmenistan, and Vietnam worked alongside leading Russian experts, gaining hands-on experience in research, laboratory work, and clinical practice.

The participants were addressed by:

📌 Lyana Dymova, Academic Programs Coordinator at the Gorchakov Fund
📌 Mark Taratkin, Head of Academic Cooperation at the International Office of Sechenov University

Lyana Dymova highlighted the role of medicine as a bridge between nations:

«Medicine is not just a science; it is a universal language that brings people together regardless of their cultural, geographical, or political differences. Through programs like these, we build not only strong professional connections and an expert community, but also contribute to strengthening trust».

Mark Taratkin emphasized the importance of maintaining the connections established during the fellowship:

«We are really looking forward not to saying goodbye, but to developing bridges between us. The connections established during this fellowship can become the foundation for future partnerships between your universities and Sechenov University».

Throughout the fellowship, participants:

⏺worked closely with Sechenov University researchers and supervisors
⏺gained hands-on experience in laboratories, research centres and academic departments
⏺enhanced professional knowledge and practical skills in medicine and healthcare
⏺created new opportunities for future academic and scientific cooperation

The InteRussia programme in medicine is implemented by the Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and Sechenov University, with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

#InteRussia #Medicine #PresidentialGrantsFoundation

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The InteRussia Fellowship Programme in Engineering Opens at Novosibirsk State University ✨

On 2 June, Novosibirsk State University (NSU) officially opened the third InteRussia Fellowship Programme for young international professionals in the fields of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Smart City. The programme brought together participants from Ghana, Haiti, India, Mexico, Nepal, Nigeria, Peru, Serbia, South Africa, Sudan, and Turkmenistan.

Mikhail Fedoruk, Rector of Novosibirsk State University, welcomed the fellows and highlighted the unique scientific environment of Akademgorodok:

«Akademgorodok is a unique place in Russia, where a world-class university is located at the heart of a major scientific centre. I sincerely hope that during your internship you will not only gain valuable knowledge in information technology, and above all in artificial intelligence, but also become acquainted with Akademgorodok, its research institutes, the university and, of course, one another.»

Over the next four weeks, participants will take part in lectures, workshops and practical activities focused on artificial intelligence technologies in healthcare and smart city development, while building lasting international academic and professional connections.

The InteRussia Fellowship in Engineering is implemented by Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation the Gorchakov Fund, Novosibirsk State University, the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and Akadempark within the framework of the

New Generation

program of

Rossotrudnichestvo

and with the support from the

Presidential Grants Foundation

.

#InteRussia #Engineering #PresidentialGrantsFoundation

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The InteRussia Fellowship in Archaeology Begins at the Institute of Oriental Studies ✏️

The Institute of Oriental Studies officially opened the InteRussia Fellowship in Archaeology, welcoming young specialists from Egypt, Georgia, India, Iraq, Sudan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan.

The fellows were welcomed by:
📌 Lyana Dymova, Academic Programs Coordinator at the Gorchakov Fund
📌 Vasily Kuznetsov, Deputy Director of the Institute of Oriental Studies

Lyana Dymova, Academic Programmes Coordinator at the Gorchakov Fund, spoke about the significance of archaeology in preserving historical memory:

«We are delighted to welcome the participants of the InteRussia programme and introduce them to the Institute’s academic schools, research approaches and fieldwork practices. I hope that this fellowship will become not only a source of new knowledge and professional contacts for our colleagues, but also a foundation for future scientific cooperation.»

Vasily Kuznetsov, Deputy Director of the Institute of Oriental Studies, noted:

«We are delighted to welcome the participants of the InteRussia programme and introduce them to the Institute’s academic schools, research approaches and fieldwork practices. I hope that this fellowship will become not only a source of new knowledge and professional contacts for our colleagues, but also a foundation for future scientific cooperation.»

During the programme, participants will work with leading Russian archaeologists and researchers, explore contemporary approaches to archaeological studies and cultural heritage preservation, and exchange professional experience with colleagues from different countries.

The InteRussia Fellowship in Archaeology is implemented by Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and the Institute of Oriental Studies with support from the Tavolga Foundation and the Presidential Grants Foundation.

#InteRussia #Archaeology #PresidentialGrantsFoundation

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