OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship 2026 is a great opportunity for students to explore Switzerland. The Indigenous Fellowship in Switzerland was launched by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in 1997, and the application call is currently open for this program. It is a Fully Funded Indigenous Fellowship 2026 in Geneva, Switzerland. It is a 4-week fellowship and will start in June/July 2026. Candidates will gain knowledge and training about the UN system and its mechanisms, especially those dealing with human rights and indigenous issues. The purpose of this United Nations Fellowship is to equip trained participants who can better assist their organizations and communities. You can get training in 5 different languages: Spanish, English, Russian, Portuguese, and French. Previous indigenous fellows will select new participants. The OHCHR Fellowship for Indigenous Peoples will cover all expenses, including airfare, living expenses, and health insurance. Below are the details.
More Details of the OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship 2026 in Switzerland:
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Funded by: Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
- Time: 4 weeks
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 15th September 2025
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When will the Fellowship Take Place?
The Fellowship will start in June/July each year.
Where will it Take Place?
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Geneva, Switzerland.
Financial Benefits of the OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship:
- This program will cover the following expenses:
- Round-trip tickets
- Living Stipend
- Basic Health Insurance
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants should be indigenous (non-indigenous are not eligible)
- There is no limit to age
- Fellows will promise to teach other Indigenous people in their community after they return
- Applicants must be chosen and supported by their Indigenous community or organization. This group should have many members and truly represent the community
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How to Apply OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship 2026 in Switzerland 2026?
- You have to send the complete online application form by the deadline
- Download the application form
- You can send the application in hard form to the Office in Geneva, also you can send the scanned application and documents through email
- Below is the official link
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