The award honours contributions by citizens of Armenia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan to the development of science, culture, and public life; the shaping and development of civic society; or the construction of a democratic state directed toward Europe, with consideration of ties to Poland and Europe. It provides consecutive 2.5-month research stays at two Polish universities in social, exact, economic, technical, or human sciences. Support is PLN 3,500 net per month for a habilitated doctor or professor, or PLN 2,500 net per month for a master's or doctoral degree holder, plus housing and books. Applications must describe the candidate's contributions and achievements.