Posted by PeaceWomen is the Women, Peace, and Security Programme of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF), the oldest women’s peace organization in the world. We work for feminist peace by strengthening women’s meaningful participation, transforming gendered power, and bridging local gender conflict analysis with global efforts to implement a holistic WPS Agenda.
The organization was founded in 2000 to strengthen women’s rights and participation in international peace and security efforts. They promote feminist peace by strengthening women’s meaningful participation, transforming gendered power, and bridging local gender conflict analysis with global efforts to implement a holistic WPS Agenda.
The WILPF Peace Fellowship 2021
The Women, Peace and Security Program of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF) offers fellowships for a period of 4-6 months through their New York City UN office.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this opportunity is remote.
How Does it Work?
- The fellow will work closely with WILPF staff on monitoring, research and communications support on Women, Peace, and Security issues in New York.
- The fellow will monitor Security Council debates and UN events, research and draft policy analysis, and support programme communications (including email and social media).
Who is it For?
This competitive fellowship is primarily aimed at individuals early in their careers who are interested in women, peace and security issues related to disarmament, and women’s human rights.
The experience offers an opportunity to research and write about women, peace, and conflict issues and gain experience with a non-governmental organization.
Eligibility
- Applicant should have a strong interest in working for a feminist, anti-militarist organization and dedication to intersectional feminist values
- Knowledge or strong interest in issues related to women, peace, and security, and conflict prevention, including but not limited to militarism, sexual violence in conflict, women’s participation in political and peace-related decision-making
- Education:
- Currently be enrolled in a graduate programme (e.g., MA, MS, JD, LLM, Ph.D.) or
- Recently graduated with studies in fields such as
- International Relations/Affairs,
- International Law,
- Political Science,
- Public Policy and Administration,
- Human Rights,
- International Development,
- International Security, and
- Gender Studies or
- has comparable related experiences in this area.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills and attention to detail
- Working knowledge of traditional media, event planning, and social media
- Ability to speak additional languages (especially Arabic, French, or Spanish) is an added bonus, but not required.
How to Apply?
To be considered for the fellowship, applicants should submit the following in one single document:
- One or two-page resume, indicating education, relevant past activities, and experience
- Cover Letter (one page, single-spaced), indicating your preferred start and end date
- Two References, including names and contact information and/or a letter of recommendation from an academic or field professional
- Writing Sample (no more than 5 pages), preferably addressing an issue related to women, peace and security, conflict prevention, or human rights, that demonstrates an ability to write in short, clear, and concrete language (maybe an excerpt of longer work)
How to Submit?
- The subject of the email should be: “[Last Name, First Name] WILPF WPS Fellowship Application”
- All documents should be combined into one single document (PDF or DOCX file).
- Please send your application to peacewomen@wilpf.org
Location
Remote (Online)
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