The International Geneva Peace Fellowship Programme 2026 is now open for applications. This 9-month residential fellowship in Geneva brings together 10 fellows for leadership development in peace and humanitarian diplomacy.
The programme is hosted by the Geneva Graduate Institute and Interpeace. Fellows will take part in residential programming, institutional placements, mentoring, training, and applied projects across International Geneva.
Application Deadline: 7 June 2026 at 11:59 pm CET
Eligible Countries: The fellowship is international — candidates from all countries worldwide can apply. There are no geographic restrictions.
Program Duration: 9 months, from September 2026 to June 2027
Program Location: Geneva, Switzerland; 9-month residential programme with residency in Geneva and placements across International Geneva institutions.
Funding/Benefits: Residential programme in Geneva, housing at Domaine Barton, institutional placement with partner organisations, mentoring support, regular learning sessions, access to professional networks and forums, and a week-long intensive training course.
Award Provider: Geneva Graduate Institute and Interpeace
About this Program
The International Geneva Peace Fellowship Programme is designed for recent graduates, advanced PhD candidates, and junior to mid-career professionals. It focuses on leadership in peace and humanitarian diplomacy through practical engagement and professional exposure.
During the fellowship, participants will live in Geneva and work on future-oriented projects that address global challenges. In addition, they will join visits, convenings, collaborative platforms, and learning exchanges across International Geneva.
Each fellow will also undertake a nine-month placement with a partner institution. These placements align with the fellow’s expertise and the needs of the host institution.
Eligibility Criteria
- MA programme graduates who completed their studies within 12 months of applying, or advanced PhD candidates transitioning into policy and practice-oriented careers
- Junior professionals with 1–4 years of experience
- Mid-career professionals with 5–10 years of experience
- Exceptional leadership potential in policy and/or practice, particularly in peace and humanitarian diplomacy, international affairs, and social movements
- Excellent writing and communications skills in English and/or French; additional languages are an asset
- Proven ability to work in a multicultural team
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to different contexts and working environments
- Availability to commit to a 9-month residency program in Geneva from September 2026 to June 2027
- The fellowship is not a postdoctoral programme
What Fellows Receive: Residential programme in Geneva, housing at Domaine Barton, institutional placement with partner organisations, mentoring support from host institutions and partner organisations, regular learning sessions, access to professional networks and forums across Geneva, week-long intensive training course, and operational experience and institutional exposure.
Program Components
• 9-month residential programme in Geneva
• Placement with partner organisations across International Geneva
• Mentoring support and regular learning sessions
• Visits, convenings, and collaborative exchanges
• Applied projects in peace and humanitarian diplomacy
• Development of strategic ideas within relevant thematic areas
How to Apply
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Curriculum vitae (maximum 2 pages)
- Cover letter (maximum 1 page/approx. 500 words) outlining preferred thematic area, relevant leadership experience and fit for the fellowship, and the strategic idea or initiative to develop during the fellowship
You can submit your application through the official application portal: Apply here.
👉 Visit the official fellowship page for details
