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Karma

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As a delivery partner, Karma navigates the gig economy across borders, seeking tools to upskill, secure financial stability, and access global opportunities. This hub aggregates international fellowships, educational aid, and digital platforms accessible to anyone with an internet connection, regardless of their home country.

Leveling up my skills

Accessing world-class credentials to transition out of gig work or increase hourly earnings.

Coursera Financial Aid

private · Coursera

Who qualifies
Learners unable to afford course fees.
What you get
Full or partial waiver of fees for professional certificates.
What it actually costs you
Application form with 150-word justification; 15-day approval window.
Common gotcha
You must apply for each course individually, not the entire specialization at once.

edX Financial Assistance

private · edX

Who qualifies
Anyone demonstrating financial hardship.
What you get
Up to 90% discount on verified certificates.
What it actually costs you
Proof of income or student status; 2-4 week processing.
Common gotcha
Discounts do not apply to MicroMasters or bootcamps.

Google Career Certificates

private · Google

Who qualifies
Anyone with internet access; no degree required.
What you get
Industry-recognized certification in IT, Data, or UX Design.
What it actually costs you
Monthly subscription fee for the platform hosting the course.
Common gotcha
The certificate itself is free, but the platform hosting it may charge a monthly fee.

LinkedIn Learning Free Access

private · LinkedIn

Who qualifies
Users with library cards in participating regions or trial periods.
What you get
Unlimited access to professional video courses.
What it actually costs you
Library card number or trial registration.
Common gotcha
Many local libraries offer this for free; check your local branch first.

Khan Academy

private · Khan Academy

Who qualifies
Anyone, anywhere.
What you get
Free world-class education in math, science, and coding.
What it actually costs you
Zero cost; just time and effort.
Common gotcha
No formal degree, but excellent for foundational knowledge.

Udacity Scholarship Programs

private · Udacity

Who qualifies
Applicants based on skill assessment tests.
What you get
Full tuition for Nanodegree programs.
What it actually costs you
Competitive application process; time-intensive.
Common gotcha
Scholarships are time-bound and highly competitive.

Global fellowships and mobility

Opportunities to study or conduct research abroad with full funding.

Fulbright Foreign Student Program

national · US Department of State

Who qualifies
Graduate students, young professionals, and artists.
What you get
Full funding for graduate study in the US.
What it actually costs you
Extensive application, letters of recommendation, GRE/TOEFL scores.
Common gotcha
Deadlines are usually 12-18 months before the program starts.

Chevening Scholarships

national · UK Government

Who qualifies
Mid-career professionals with leadership potential.
What you get
Full funding for a one-year Master's in the UK.
What it actually costs you
Rigorous essay-based application and interview.
Common gotcha
You must return to your home country for two years after the scholarship.

DAAD Scholarship Database

national · German Academic Exchange Service

Who qualifies
Students and researchers at various levels.
What you get
Monthly stipend, insurance, and travel allowance for Germany.
What it actually costs you
Academic transcripts and language proficiency proof.
Common gotcha
German language skills are often required for non-English programs.

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters

national · European Union

Who qualifies
Students from anywhere in the world.
What you get
Full scholarship for a joint Master's degree across multiple EU countries.
What it actually costs you
High competition; requires strong academic record.
Common gotcha
The program involves moving between at least two different countries.

Rhodes Scholarship

national · Rhodes Trust

Who qualifies
Exceptional students with leadership and academic excellence.
What you get
Full funding for postgraduate study at Oxford University.
What it actually costs you
Extremely selective; requires multiple references and interviews.
Common gotcha
Only available to specific countries/regions; check eligibility carefully.

Rotary Peace Fellowships

national · Rotary International

Who qualifies
Professionals with experience in peace and conflict resolution.
What you get
Full funding for a Master's or Certificate program.
What it actually costs you
Application requires professional history and project proposals.
Common gotcha
Must be sponsored by a local Rotary club.

Tech tools for the gig worker

Accessing software and platforms to manage work, build portfolios, or learn coding.

GitHub Global Campus

private · GitHub

Who qualifies
Students with a school-issued email.
What you get
Free access to developer tools and premium software.
What it actually costs you
Valid student ID or email.
Common gotcha
Access expires upon graduation.

Notion Personal Pro

private · Notion

Who qualifies
Students and educators with institutional email.
What you get
Free access to Pro features for organization.
What it actually costs you
Verification via university email.
Common gotcha
Must use .edu or recognized institutional domain.

Canva for Education

private · Canva

Who qualifies
Students and teachers.
What you get
Free premium design tools.
What it actually costs you
Verification of student/teacher status.
Common gotcha
Requires periodic re-verification.

Adobe Creative Cloud Student Discount

private · Adobe

Who qualifies
Students and teachers.
What you get
Over 60% off the full Creative Cloud suite.
What it actually costs you
Proof of enrollment.
Common gotcha
Price jumps significantly after the first year.

freeCodeCamp

private · freeCodeCamp

Who qualifies
Anyone.
What you get
Full-stack coding curriculum and certifications.
What it actually costs you
Zero cost; completely free.
Common gotcha
Self-paced, requires high self-discipline.

AWS Educate

private · Amazon Web Services

Who qualifies
Learners interested in cloud computing.
What you get
Free cloud training and lab credits.
What it actually costs you
Account registration.
Common gotcha
Credits are limited and expire.

Staying healthy on the go

Global health resources and support networks for those working in precarious conditions.

WHO Health Topics Portal

national · World Health Organization

Who qualifies
General public.
What you get
Evidence-based health information and guidelines.
What it actually costs you
Free access.
Common gotcha
Not a substitute for a doctor's visit.

MedlinePlus

national · US National Library of Medicine

Who qualifies
Anyone.
What you get
Reliable medical information on diseases and drugs.
What it actually costs you
Free.
Common gotcha
US-centric drug names may differ globally.

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

national · MSF International

Who qualifies
People in crisis zones.
What you get
Emergency medical aid.
What it actually costs you
Free.
Common gotcha
Only operates in specific crisis-hit regions.

IFRC First Aid App

national · International Federation of Red Cross

Who qualifies
Anyone.
What you get
Offline-accessible first aid instructions.
What it actually costs you
Free app download.
Common gotcha
Requires initial download while online.

Headspace for Educators

private · Headspace

Who qualifies
Teachers/Educators.
What you get
Free access to meditation and mindfulness tools.
What it actually costs you
Verification of employment.
Common gotcha
Limited to specific countries.

UNICEF Learning Passport

national · UNICEF

Who qualifies
Students in displaced or vulnerable situations.
What you get
Digital education platform with offline capabilities.
What it actually costs you
Free.
Common gotcha
Content varies by region.