Yale Peace Fellowship 2026 (Fully Funded in USA & UAE)

Yale Peace Fellowship 2026 (Fully Funded in USA & UAE)

Offered by: International Leadership Center (ILC) at Yale University, in partnership with the Zayed Awards (UAE)
Deadline: September 2, 2025

Who May Apply

Applicants must fall under the following categories:

  • Emerging global leaders from any country with a proven track record in peacebuilding, conflict resolution, or reconciliation
  • Must have strong leadership and communication skills
  • Must demonstrate commitment to cross-cultural understanding and collaboration
  • Must be fluent in English
  • 16 fellows will be selected for 2026

Benefits

Scholars may enjoy the following benefits:

  • Fully covered roundtrip travel to the USA and UAE
  • Free accommodation and meals during both legs of the program
  • Full coverage of program-related expenses (seminars, workshops, events)

Qualifications

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

  • Demonstrated experience in peacebuilding or conflict resolution
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Fluent in English
  • Must submit the following:

    • Detailed CV/resume
    • Brief video statement expressing motivation to join
    • Personal statement on peacebuilding work
    • One recommendation letter from a professional or academic reference
    • Valid passport with sufficient validity for international travel

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