Embark on a fully funded five-day Youth Forum in Geneva, Switzerland with the United Nations Youth for Biosecurity Fellowship 2024. This fellowship is designed to gather young biosecurity leaders from around the world to enhance their expertise in biosecurity, develop leadership skills, foster critical thinking, and engage with a global community. The program spans three months and includes a five-day field visit to Geneva, Switzerland scheduled from August 19 to 23, 2024.
Applicants should hold an advanced degree in the life sciences or a related field. Those with backgrounds in disciplines such as social sciences are also encouraged to apply, provided they demonstrate a keen interest in biosecurity. The fellowship is administered by the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). Switzerland, often described as a paradise on Earth, sets the stage for this transformative experience. Seize this opportunity to participate in a program that promises growth and impact. Further details regarding the application process can be found below.
About Youth for Biosecurity Fellowship 2024 in Switzerland
- Country: Switzerland
- Funded by: United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs
- Who can Apply: Open to all Nationals
- No of Participants: 20
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 5th April 2024
Fellowship Duration and Activities
- The program is 3 months long.
- Fellows participate in an online Biosecurity Diplomacy Workshop (from June 5th to July 5th, 2024) with weekly sessions.
- They also work together on a collaborative project to be presented at a meeting in Geneva in August 2024.
- A five-day visit to Geneva from 19 to 23 August 2024.
Benefits
- Travel to/from Geneva will be provided.
- Accommodation will be provided.
- Invitation letters will be issued by UNODA for the Visa process.
Who can Apply?
- Be under the age of 35
- Be a citizen of an eligible country listed here
- Have an advanced degree in life sciences or a related discipline from a recognized university or institution.
- Candidates with backgrounds in other fields such as social sciences can be exceptionally considered.
- Undergraduate students can also apply with proven experience and interest in areas relevant to the Fellowship.
- Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Required Documents
- A brief curriculum vitae
- A recommendation letter from someone who can attest to your qualifications.
- A copy of your passport
How to Apply?
Complete the online application form. Incomplete or improperly filled-out application forms will not be considered. The Link to the Official website is given below.
