Rotary International is an international service organization whose stated purpose is to bring together business and professional leaders in order to provide humanitarian services, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. It is a secular organization open to all persons regardless of race, colour, creed, religion, gender, or political preference. There are 34,282 clubs and over 1.2 million members worldwide.

 About the Fellowship

Each year, Rotary funds some of the world’s most dedicated and brightest professionals to study at Rotary Peace Centres. Through training, study, and practice, Rotary Peace Fellows become leaders and catalysts for peace and conflict resolution; many go on to careers in national governments, NGOs, the military, law enforcement, and international organizations like the United Nations and World Bank. Two types of Fellowships are available: The Master’s degree fellowship and The Professional Development Certificate.

Eligibility:

• Proficiency in English; proficiency in a second language is strongly recommended
• Strong commitment to international understanding and peace as demonstrated through professional and academic achievements and personal or community service · Excellent leadership skills · Master’s degree applicants: minimum three years of related full-time work or volunteer experience, bachelor’s degree · Certificate applicants: minimum five years of related full-time work or volunteer experience, strong academic background

Monetary Support:

Each year, Rotary selects up to 100 individuals from around the world to receive fully funded academic fellowships at one of our peace centres.

These fellowships cover tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and all internship and field-study expenses.

 Duration:

Master’s Degree Fellowship: 15-24 Months Professional Development Certificate: 3 Months

Website:https://www.rotary.org/myrotary/en/get-involved/exchange-ideas/peace-fellowships