Rotary Fellowship Master degree program
Rotary is a global network of 1.4 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. Solving real problems takes real commitment and vision. For more than 110 years, Rotary's people of action have used their passion, energy, and intelligence to take action on sustainable projects.
Rotary awards fellowships for master’s degrees in peace and development studies at six premier universities around the world. Teaching is grounded in practical research, and students have diverse backgrounds and professional experiences. Programs vary in length from 15 to 24 months and include two to three months of applied field experience designed by the peace fellow.
ROTARY PEACE CENTERS OFFERING THE MASTER’S PROGRAM - UNIVERSITY LIST
• University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
• University of Bradford, Bradford, England
• International Christian University, Tokyo, Japan
• Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
• Duke University and University of North
• Carolina, Durham and Chapel Hill, USA
Eligible Criteria
Be fluent in English
Hold a bachelor's degree
Have a strong commitment to cross-cultural understanding and peace as shown through professional and academic achievements and personal or community service
Potential for leadership
Have at least three years of full-time relevant experience in peace or development work
Rotary Peace Fellowship - relevant experience
1. Government, official diplomacy, or policymaking as part of a local, national, or international institution.
2. Non-governmental organizations that contribute to the analysis, prevention, management, resolution, or recovery from conflict, or that engage in work related to humanitarian assistance or development.
3. Economic development, or peacebuilding through the expansion of economic opportunity.
4. Private citizen diplomacy, such as leadership of cultural or vocational exchange programs, or leadership through volunteer organizations on causes related to peace and development.
5. Research and education initiatives through roles at think tanks, in academia, leading train-the-trainer programs, or as an educator where teaching material primarily covers global or cross-cultural studies, peace studies (including human rights, mediation, negotiation, or dialogue), or conflict analysis/resolution.
6. Advocacy and activism on behalf of causes related to peace and development, including legal professionals specializing in related areas such as human rights or the representation of vulnerable individuals or groups.
7. Leadership in a religious congregation or organization emphasizing pacifism, sanctuary, nonviolence, or peacebuilding through interfaith dialogue and tolerance.
8. Media and the arts, in roles that contribute to peace through the research and spread of reliable information, encouragement of positive social change, and shaping public opinion towards peaceful outcomes.
9. Law enforcement or military positions related to peacekeeping, building community partnerships, and improving community interactions.
10. Public health roles related to community development that prevent the spread of disease and improve health outcomes.
Restrictions
You are not eligible if you are an active Rotary member, employee of a Rotary club, Rotary International, or other Rotary entity.
Fellowship components
Academic training -Learn research-based theories and approaches to peace and development.
Applied field experience - Build practical skills through a self-designed, 2-3 month field experience.
Networking - Expand your global network of academics, peace workers, and Rotary members.
Workshop series - Develop professional skills in peacebuilding and development.
Final seminar - Present your master’s research.
Deadline
15th of May 2022
Application
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