Applications are now open for the Yale Peace Fellowship 2026. This is a fully funded fellowship available to international candidates from around the world. The Yale Peace Fellowship will begin with a one-week seminar at Yale University from April 13-17, 2026. This will be followed by an international study trip to the United Arab Emirates from February 1-5, 2026, where fellows will participate in the Zayed Awards.
In today’s world, conflicts are becoming increasingly complex due to advancements in technology and evolving threats. To effectively address these challenges, a new kind of leadership and fresh ideas are required.
The Yale Peace Fellowship, run by the International Leadership Center (ILC) at Yale University, selects 16 new leaders each year. These leaders are directly involved in preventing conflicts, building peace, and helping communities heal after a conflict. More details are below.
Details About Yale Peace Fellowship 2026
- Location:
- Yale University Campus in New Haven, USA
- Zayed Awards, UAE
- Duration: 5 Days in UAE & 5 Days in USA
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 2nd September 2025
Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Travel Expenses to/from USA
- Travel Expenses to/from UAE
- Food
- Accommodation
- Program Expenses.
Program Dates
Selected participants will travel to both Countries.
- Yale University Seminar in the USA: April 13-17, 2026
- UAE Study Trip: February 1-5, 2026
Objective of the Yale Peace Fellowship
- Gather new leaders who are actively involved in building peace.
- Give them dedicated time to think deeply about today’s conflicts.
- Teach them negotiation and leadership skills.
- Create chances for them to learn from other fellows and global experts.
- Help build a growing network of fresh-thinking peace leaders from different fields and places.
- Strengthen the abilities of people working to stop violence and fix broken communities.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants from around the world are eligible to apply.
- You should be accomplished in peace and reconciliation.
- Strong Leadership skills required.
- You must show a commitment to understanding different cultures.
- You need to be fluent in English.
Required Documents
- Resume/ CV.
- Brief Video statement.
- A personal statement.
- 1 letter of recommendation.
- Valid passport.
How to Apply for the Yale Peace Fellowship 2026?
The entire application for the Peace Fellows Program is completed online. There is no application fee. The Link to the official website is below.
APPLY FOR THE YALE PEACE FELLOWSHIP