Applications call for Peace First Fellow-in-Residence 2020. Fellow-in-Residence is the residential fellowship, it is a year-long, paid program for emerging social change leaders who want to make an impact by leading Peace First’s support to young people in their part of the world.

Summary

For over 25 years, Peace First has been helping young people like you create social change in their communities. Now, the aim is to support thousands of teams across the globe to lead peacemaking projects that make a difference in their communities. The aim of the fellowship is to build a team of Fellows-in-Residence – expert youth peacemakers based around the world – who will lead the delivery of our programs, supporting young people across the globe to challenge injustices, create impact, and build a lasting culture of peace.

Role

Along with your team of Fellows-in-Residence, supported by the Program Director, Fellows-in-Residence, and the Program Design and Quality team, candidates will lead the implementation of Peace First programs and help young people around the world start and lead thousands of peacemaking projects. Candidates will also support them to generate new and innovative ideas to social problems, create an impact in their community, and change the way the world sees young people.

Benefits 

• Partake in a growth opportunity and a learning community
• Build a diverse skillset
• Build a network
• Access support and coaching
• Professional development stipend
• Engage in a community of practice
• Work to build a movement

Requirements 

• Under 26 years old on August 1, 2020.
• Have reliable access to fast, stable internet (assuming the cost of internet access is covered).
• Able to commit to at least one year as a Fellow-in-Residence, beginning August 2020.
• Hold a valid passport and are able to travel between 10 and 20% of the time.
• Must be based in the region where they intend to work.
• Fluent in English.
• MENA Fellows-in-Residence must also be fluent in Arabic. Fluency or proficiency in other languages, especially French, is highly desirable.

 Useful Links

• Application
• Information Packet
• Fellow-in-Residence, Middle East & North Africa
• Fellow-in-Residence, Sub-Saharan Africa