Are you passionate about building peace and resolving conflict? The Rotary Peace Fellowship 2026 offers an incredible opportunity to gain advanced education and practical experience in peacebuilding, fully funded. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you apply for this prestigious program.
🔍 Step 1: Understand the Program Options
Rotary offers two fellowship tracks:
1. Master’s Degree Program
Duration: 15–24 months
Ideal for: Young professionals (3+ years experience)
Study fields: Peace, conflict resolution, development, etc.
Locations: USA, Japan, UK, Australia, Sweden
2. Professional Development Certificate
Duration: 1 year (online + on-site)
Ideal for: Mid-career professionals (5+ years experience)
Focus: Practical training + social change project
Locations: Uganda and Türkiye
Priority: Candidates from or working in Africa or the Middle East
👉 Choose the program that best suits your experience and career goals.
📝 Step 2: Review the Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible, you must:
Hold a bachelor’s degree
Be proficient in English
Show strong leadership and a commitment to peace
Not be currently enrolled in another degree program
Have relevant work experience:
Master’s: Minimum 3 years
Certificate: Minimum 5 years
Note: For master’s applicants, at least 3 years must have passed since completing your most recent academic degree.
📁 Step 3: Prepare Your Application Materials
For All Applicants:
Resume/CV
Two recommendations (academic or professional)
Personal statement video
Essays about your work, goals, and peace vision
For Master’s Applicants:
University transcripts
English proficiency test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
For Certificate Applicants:
Social impact project plan
📌 All materials must be submitted in English.
🌐 Step 4: Start Your Online Application
Visit the official Rotary Peace Fellowships page: https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/peace-fellowships
Create an account and start your application.
Upload all documents and complete each section carefully.
Make sure your essays reflect your passion, experience, and potential for impact.
🤝 Step 5: Engage with Rotary Clubs
You don’t need a club endorsement to apply, but engaging with a local Rotary or Rotaract Club is highly recommended. This helps you:
Learn more about Rotary’s mission and values
Build connections with local peacebuilders
Strengthen your application narrative
🧾 Step 6: Review and Submit
Double-check that all required materials are uploaded.
Review your application for errors or incomplete information.
Submit your application before the deadline.
🗓️ Application Deadline: May 15, 2025
Late applications will not be accepted, so don’t wait until the last minute.
✅ Final Tips
Start early – gathering materials and writing essays takes time.
Be clear and specific about your peacebuilding experience and goals.
Align your application with Rotary’s core values: peace, service, integrity, and community.
🌟 Make Your Mark on the World
The Rotary Peace Fellowship isn’t just a scholarship — it’s a launchpad for global impact. Join a network of more than 1,800 fellows working across 140+ countries to foster peace and development.
Ready to apply? Start your journey today!
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