The United States Institute of Peace is an independent, nonpartisan institution established and funded by Congress to increase the nation’s capacity to manage international conflict without violence. USIP aims to “think, act, teach, and train” across the spectrum of international conflict prevention, management, and resolution and to help societies in the period of post-conflict stabilization
WORTH
- The five day program will deliver training in effective leadership, conflict management, and prejudice awareness and reduction in order for these emerging leaders to increase their resilience and have a greater impact on their respective communities.
- The training will provide a safe space for participants to share ideas, gain new tools, practice constructive conversations, and better understand conflict resolution, especially as it relates to their country.
- It will also expose participants to experts in the leadership development and conflict resolution fields.
ELIGIBILITY
In order to apply, applicant:
- Must be of South Sudanese origin.
- Must live and work in South Sudan, Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya or Uganda.
- Must be 18-35 years old.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English.
- Must hold a leadership role in an organization that does peace building work.
- Possess a willingness to participate and learn from peers and facilitators
- Must have a passport that is valid through January 2018.
DEADLINE: May 15 2017
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