We are thrilled to announce that the application process for the WFTGA Convention 2026 Scholarship Programme will open in August 2025. This scholarship aims to provide 1–2 Tourist Guides from Tier 4 or Tier 5 countries, as classified by the World Bank, with the opportunity to attend the 19th WFTGA Convention.

The scholarship, inspired by the legacy of the Jane Orde Scholarship, is dedicated to supporting tourist guides from economically challenged regions, empowering them to participate in this global gathering, exchange knowledge, and strengthen their professional networks. The list of eligible countries can be found in the Membership Section of this website.

Key Information:

• Applications Open: August 2025

• Who Can Apply: Practising Tourist Guides who are active members of their national tourist guides association and reside in World Bank Tier 4 or 5 countries

• What is Covered: The scholarship covers convention registration fees and may include partial travel and accommodation support.

We are deeply grateful to the Androus Foundation for their ongoing support, which makes this initiative possible. Through this scholarship, we continue the mission of fostering inclusivity and global collaboration among tourist guides worldwide.

Stay tuned for more details and the official application form coming soon. Together, let’s make the 19th WFTGA Convention a truly global event!

For questions or further information, please contact us at info@wftga.org.