AFRICAN LEADERSHIP CENTER PEACE AND SECURITY FELLOWSHIP 2024/2025 FOR AFRICAN WOMEN (FULLY FUNDED TO UK)

Application Deadline:  30 April, 2024, 23:59 EAT.

Applications are now open for the African Leadership Center Peace and Security Fellowship.

This program is designed for young African women, especially those from war-torn areas, who want careers in peacebuilding research, policy, and practice.

The Fellowship’s Mission

• Equip women with skills to become peacebuilding leaders.
• Develop African-led solutions for peace and security.
• Support women in challenging traditional views on conflict.

What You Gain

• Earn a Master’s degree in Global Leadership and Peacebuilding from King’s College London.
• Develop research skills through guided projects and mentorship.
• Gain practical experience working with African peacebuilding organizations.
• Build a network of peacebuilding experts.

Program Structure

• Phase 1 (1 year):
  • Live and study at King’s College London.
  • Participate in group mentoring sessions with peacebuilding professionals.
  • Conduct research on peace, security, and development in Africa.
  • Visit relevant academic and policy institutions.
• Phase 2 (6 months):
  • Work as a faculty member at a university or research center in Africa.
  • Contribute to research and policy development.
  • Conduct your own research project on a peacebuilding topic.
  • Share your research findings through publications and presentations.

Who Can Apply

• Woman citizen of an African country (priority given to those from conflict zones)
• Valid travel documents
• Master’s or bachelor’s degree (additional experience a plus)
• Experience or knowledge of women’s rights and gender issues.
• Committed to peacebuilding in Africa with a clear plan to use your learnings.
• Research skills related to peace, security, and development.
• Committed to program values: African-led solutions, independent thinking, integrity, excellence, youth leadership, and diversity.
• Actionable plan for applying your fellowship knowledge back home.
• Fluent in written and spoken English (English proficiency test required)

Launch your peacebuilding career! Apply now!

Visit the Official Webpage of the African Leadership Center Peace and Security Fellowship

Source: OFA