The jubilee 61st Graduate Study Program will consist of lectures given by representatives of the United Nations, other international organizations and NGOs, visits to institutions, and working on group projects.
The first week of the Program will provide an overview of some of the main themes addressed by “International Geneva”, such as sustainable development, humanitarian action, disarmament, peace and security, trade, climate, health, gender equality, education, refugees and migrants.
In the second week, the focus will switch to human rights, part of the year-long initiative to mark the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).
About United Nations
The English language component of the Indigenous Fellowship Program (IFP) was established in 1997.
It takes place at the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva, Switzerland and lasts for 4 weeks, usually coinciding with the annual meeting of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (EMRIP).
The objective of this training program is to enhance the knowledge of indigenous peoples on existing international human rights instruments and mechanisms, so they can use them to more effectively advocate for the rights of their communities and raise their concerns at the international level.
At the end of the Program, trained fellows are also in a better position to share and give training sessions on the knowledge gained to their indigenous communities and organizations.
Aim and Benefits of United Nations Graduate Study Program
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Participation in the Graduate Study Program is free of charge.
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At the same time, please bear in mind that the United Nations does not make any financial contribution towards visa, travel, board and lodging costs of participants. Governments, universities, private foundations, companies, or charities may offer grants to selected candidates.
Requirements for United Nations Graduate Study Program Qualification
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Fluency in spoken and written English is necessary. As some discussions may be held in French, knowledge of French is also recommended.
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Applicants must be between 22 and 32 years of age at the time of application.
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Applicants must be enrolled in a master’s degree, a postgraduate degree, or a doctorate program at the time of application. Proof of enrolment will be required.
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Those who are already employed full-time are not eligible to apply.
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Those who have participated in previous editions of the Graduate Study Program are not eligible to apply.
Interview date, Process and Venue for United Nations Graduate Study Program
The Selection Committee is guided by the following criteria:
• Academic background
• Extracurricular activities
• Geographical balance
• Gender balance
• Knowledge of the two working languages of the Program (English and French)
• Usefulness of the Program for the career of the applicant
In order to give the largest number of students the possibility to participate in the Program, applicants who have already participated in previous editions of the Graduate Study Program will not be considered by the Committee.
Applications are considered on a case-by-case basis. The Selection Committee does not disclose the motivation of its choices. Decisions of the Selection Committee are final and cannot be appealed.
Documents Required for Application
The application form shall be completed on our website, accompanied by the following documents:
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a copy of the applicant’s passport
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a letter of recommendation (in English or in French) from a university or a governmental authority
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a proof of current enrolment (at the time of application) in a master’s degree, a postgraduate degree, or a doctorate program
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copies of previous university diplomas obtained.
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a curriculum vitae
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a short motivation letter (300 words maximum).
Application Deadline
March 3, 2023
How to Apply
For more details, visit UN website.
