Applications are open for the UNITAR She Leads for Peace Summer School Geneva 2026, a 2-week immersive summer school organized by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). The program will run from August 3-13, 2026, in Geneva, Switzerland. By its name, “She Leads for Peace,” you can probably infer what this program is about. It’s a transformative leadership program that aims to refine leadership qualities and connect you with the renowned leader working towards peace and security. The program offers an exceptional opportunity to young leaders to gain valubale insights into the sustaining peace ecosystem and what it takes to achieve a career in this field.
The She leader program is inviting applications from young women currently pursuing their undergraudate and postgraduate studies from recognized institutes. Applicants from all around the world are invited to submit their applications. No prior experience is required to participate. The entire course will be held in the English language, making it more accessible for international students from across the world to participate. The application process is online; all interested applicants need to submit their applications by February 22, 2026. Read more details below.
Details about the She Leads for Peace Summer School Geneva 2026:
- Country: Switzerland
- Eligible Countries: Open for All
- Location: Geneva
- Organized by: UNITAR
- Duration: 2 Weeks
- Dates: August 3 2026 – August 15, 2026
- Application Deadline: February 22, 2026
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Program Tracks
The 2-week training consists ofthe following three tracks:
- Track 1: Becoming the Next Generation of Leaders for Peace
- Track 2: Learning from Trailblazers
- Track 3: Tips and Navigating Early Career Hurdles
Eligibility Criteria
Young women meeting the following criteria are invitied to apply:
- Only women are invited to submit the applications
- Accepting applications from all nationals
- Academic status: in the second-to-last or final year of a postgraduate or undergraduate degree program
- Demonstrate interest in peace and security
- Profiency in the English language, both written and spoken
- Interest in pursuing their careers in peace-building entities
Why You Should Join?
- A world-class summer program led by experts in the field of peace & security.
- Mentorship and guidance from women trailblazers
- Access to the network of strong women
- Career guidance in the area of peace and secutiry
- Expand your professional networks with peers and experts from across the globe
- Selected participants will get a visa support letter from UNITAR
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How to Apply?
The application process is online via offical She Leads for Peace event page. Visit the offical link below, click on the “Apply Now” button, and start with your online application. Fill out all the information, provide your professional CV, and submit your application.
APPLY FOR UNITAR SHE LEADS GENEVA 2026
