The United Nations Fellowship Program offers an excellent opportunity for legal professionals from African countries to enhance their expertise in international law. The fellowship is hosted in cooperation with the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, the African Union, and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA).
Fellowship Summary:
- Host Country: Ethiopia
- Category: Fellowships
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Benefits: Full Sponsorship (Travel, Accommodation, Living Allowance)
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: October 29, 2024
Fellowship Details:
The 2025 United Nations Regional Course in International Law for Africa will be held from February 20 to March 14, 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The course will be conducted in English and will accommodate up to 30 participants, including some self-funded individuals.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Legal background with professional experience in international law.
- Fluent in English (the language of the course).
- Candidates must commit to attending the entire course.
- Open to candidates from African countries that are UN Member States.
Benefits:
- Fellowship recipients will receive full coverage for travel, accommodation, meals, medical insurance, training materials, and a modest stipend for living expenses.
- A limited number of spaces are available for self-funded participants.
Course Content:
The course includes seminars on topics such as:
- International law, treaty law, and state responsibility
- Peaceful settlement of disputes, international human rights law, and humanitarian law
- Diplomatic law, international criminal law, and environmental law
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- Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.