NAWA is a new organization founded in October 1, 2017 with the aim of coordinating state activities in the field of internationalization of Polish academic and research institutions and organizing bilateral exchanges of students and scholars between Poland and other countries.

NAWA provides an opportunity for both Polish and international students, researchers and higher education institutions to receive scholarships and grants in four different fields, with a major focus on:

• programs for students
• programs for scientists
• programs for higher educational institutions
• polish language learning programs