The Yale Jackson Institute for Global Affairs is offering an exceptional opportunity through its Peace Fellowship. This fellowship aims to empower the next generation of leaders committed to global peace and security. With funding, mentorship, and a transformative experience, selected fellows will have the chance to contribute meaningfully to peacebuilding and conflict resolution efforts. Hurry, applications are open for a limited time, and the deadline is approaching fast. Join a prestigious cohort of changemakers and take your first step toward a career dedicated to creating a better world. Around the world, conflict is growing more complex. Multilateralism is in crisis, norms are eroding, and global systems are under pressure. New technologies and emerging threats—like disinformation, climate stress, political polarization, and social fragmentation—are reshaping how conflict emerges and unfolds, and how it must be addressed.
This changing landscape demands a new kind of leadership: grounded in context, capable of navigating uncertainty and complexity, and committed to building sustainable peace in and across divided societies. The Yale Peace Fellowship, hosted by the International Leadership Center (ILC) at Yale University, brings together 16 rising leaders each year who are working on the frontlines of conflict prevention, peacebuilding, and post-conflict reconciliation. Fellows come from a range of professional backgrounds—including civil society, diplomacy, politics, religion, and social enterprise—and are selected for their demonstrated impact and commitment to reach their full potential as peace leaders
Structured time to reflect on the nature of modern conflict
Training in negotiation and leadership skills
Opportunities to learn from peers and international experts
Membership of a growing network of innovative peace leaders working across sectors and regions
The Fellowship is designed to support leaders at a critical moment in their careers—offering space to learn, connect, and prepare for the challenges ahead. It is a space for thoughtful engagement with the strategic dilemmas and dimensions of peace leadership today.
Program Components
A week-long in-person seminar at Yale University, held April 13-17, 2026
Interactive virtual sessions, held bi-weekly from January through May 2026
An international study trip to learn from peace efforts on the ground. Fellows will travel to the UAE from February 1-5, 2026, to participate in the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity’s annual ceremony and convening; engage with leading interfaith initiatives; and interact with a global network of peacebuilders and mediators.
Name of organizer
Yale Jackson Institute
Requirements/Eligibility Criteria
Academic Background: Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree by the time they begin the fellowship.
Commitment to Peace: A proven track record or a deep commitment to peacebuilding, conflict resolution, or related fields.
Professional Experience: While not mandatory, a background in international affairs, peace studies, human rights, or a related field is preferred.
Language Proficiency: Applicants must be proficient in English.
Global Perspective: Must have demonstrated interest or experience in international affairs, particularly in peace and conflict resolution.
Leadership Potential: Strong evidence of leadership qualities, whether through academic, professional, or community-based initiatives.
Application Submission: A completed online application, including a personal statement, CV, and references.
Geographic Diversity: Open to applicants from all regions around the world.
Deadline
Applications are currently being accepted for the 2026 Yale Peace Fellowship. The application deadline for the 2026 program is September 2, 2025, at 14:00 pm.
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