130 fellowships for fully funded university training in peace and conflict resolution, are now available. Applications to district 9800 close 15th May 2021 Through application of their training, study, networking, and practice Rotary Peace Fellows become leaders and catalysts for peace and conflict resolution. Many go on to careers in national governments, NGOs, the military, law enforcement, peace education, media, international organizations like the United Nations and World Bank, and grass roots organisations working in communities. See also: https://rotaryclubofmelbourne.org.au/peace; https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/peace-fellowships Rotary International is committed to this program. Since 2002 more than 1,300 graduates have been trained. THE ROTARY PEACE FELLOWSHIP INCLUDES: • Tuition, fees and course materials • Room and board • Round-trip transportation • Internship/field study expenses • Insurance TWO YEAR MASTERS DEGREE Up to two years of fully funded graduate study at an internationally recognised program in England (University of Bradford), Japan (International Christian University), Sweden (Uppsala University), or United States (Duke and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill). THREE MONTH PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE Designed for mid-career professionals already working in the field of peace and conflict resolution. This fully funded course at Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok and Makerere University Kampala offers a mix of theory and practical skills in both a classroom environment and in the field. ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION CRITERIA Applicants for Rotary Peace Fellowships must have the following: • A strong commitment to peacebuilding demonstrated through professional and academic achievements • Excellent leadership skills • Proficiency in English • For the master’s program, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, plus three years of full-time relevant work experience • For the certificate program, a strong academic background, plus five years of full-time relevant work experience HOW TO APPLY Rotary Peace Fellows are selected through a competitive worldwide process. REVIEW: The entire application online at https://my.rotary.org/en/peace-fellowship-application SPEAK TO: A Rotarian that you know, before 31st March 2021 CONTACTS: Dennis Shore, Tania Miletic (Peace Fellow Alumnus) or Bob Fels at office@rotaryclubofmelbourne.org.au DISTRICT 9800 District 9800 has recruited and mentored more successful Rotary Peace Fellow applicants than any other district, worldwide. On-line applications for peace fellowships require District endorsement. Is there someone that you know who might benefit from this program? Please circulate this notice to them. |