Geneva Peace Fellowship

The International Geneva Peace Fellowship Programme is a fully funded 9-month residential initiative run by Interpeace and the Geneva Graduate Institute, placing 10 emerging leaders inside International Geneva to work on peacebuilding and humanitarian diplomacy.

What you get:

➤ Monthly stipend covering living costs in Geneva ➤ Possible accommodation at Villa Barton on Lake Geneva ➤ Embedded placement inside a leading peace institution such as Interpeace, the Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue, or the Kofi Annan Foundation ➤ Week-long intensive training plus mentorship from senior practitioners ➤ Administrative support securing Swiss work authorisation ➤ Access to International Geneva's diplomatic and policy networks ➤ A cohort of 10 Fellows building a long-term peacebuilding community What you'll do:

➤ Live and work in Geneva from September 2026 to June 2027 ➤ Develop a strategic project under one of six thematic tracks including youth leadership, women peace and security, and protection of civilians ➤ Contribute applied research or dialogue initiatives at your host institution ➤ Take part in monthly fellows' meetings, quarterly exchanges, and a mid-term assessment ➤ Build relationships across the Geneva peace and diplomacy ecosystem Applications close 7 June 2026 at 11:59 PM CET. Only 10 Fellows will be selected globally.

• Open to applicants of any age
• Open to applicants from any country
• Recent MA graduates, advanced PhD candidates, or junior to mid-career professionals with up to 10 years of experience
• Excellent written and spoken English or French
• Available for a full 9-month residency in Geneva from September 2026 to June 2027
• Background in international relations, law, development, social sciences, or relevant field experience
• No application fees
• young-leaders
• changemakers
• researchers