A Global Leadership Scholarship for Women: Call for Applications for Female Peace and Security Professionals from Developing Countries
09 October 2023 - 30 May 2024, Geneva, Switzerland
Are you a mid-career professional working on peace and security issues in a national ministry, IO, NGO, civil society or academic institution? Are you a citizen of a less developed country? GCSP's International Security Leadership Course is offering you a scholarship to build your knowledge, skills and networking within an inspiring, multidisciplinary and multicultural environment!
The Geneva Centre for Security Policy's (GCSP) executive education offerings provide solutions to global challenges by combining the knowledge of leaders, the insights of experts and the experience of practitioners. Our eight-month full-time International Security Leadership course is designed to increase the knowledge, skills and network of high-performing professionals looking to enhance their career and engage in leadership positions in solving the world's most pressing security challenges.
Upon graduation, participants will become part of our vibrant Alumni Community of more than 10,000 security policy professionals in 174 countries around the world, all sharing a desire to contribute positively to the promotion of international peace and security.
What does the grant cover?
This grant is intended to cover accommodation and subsistence costs in Geneva for the duration of the eight-month course.
Who should apply?
This scholarship is for women international peace and security professionals from developing countries, working on peace and security issues in a national ministry, IO, NGO, civil society or academic institution.
Main benefits for you
This course offers you a unique opportunity to:
- Strengthen your leadership skill set in a multicultural and intersectional environment
- Acquire tools to increase your effectiveness as a security policy professional
- Improve your capacity to generate innovative and sustainable policy responses and solutions
- Expand your professional network of peace and security professionals
Application process
We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, ethnicity or religion. Applicants must be female professionals from developing countries. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for enrolment: 31st May 2023
