Thursday, March 08, 2012

Columbia University Fellowship for Historical Dialogue and Accountability


*Call for Applications:*

*Columbia University invites practitioners of Historical Dialogue and
Accountability/Dealing with the Past working in Africa, Central,
Eastern and Southeastern Europe, the Middle East and South and
Southeast Asia to apply for the Fellowship for Historical Dialogue and
Accountability. Deadline: April 16th, 2012*

Applications are being accepted for the 2012 Fellowship for
practitioners of Historical Dialogue and Accountability at Columbia
University's Institute for the Study of Human Rights (ISHR).

In the fall semester of 2012 (late August – December) practitioners of
dealing with the violent pasts from conflict, post-conflict and
post-dictatorial societies will have the opportunity to engage in
training, networking, project work, and academic study at Columbia
University in New York City. The comprehensive program provides
Fellows with the opportunity to hone practical skills in fundraising,
advocacy and leadership, develop a deeper understanding of dealing
with the past, and foster mutually beneficial relationships with their
peers and with international and non-profit organizations in New York
City. During the Fellowship participants are expected to design a
Fellowship project that addresses a history of gross human rights
violations in their society, country and/or region. The Fellowship is
fully funded. Travel, visa and accommodation costs are fully covered.
During the program Fellows will receive health
insurance as well as a stipend to cover living expenses in New York City.

For more information about the Fellowship please got to: Fellowship
for Historical Dialogue and
Accountability<http://hrcolumbia.org/ahda/fellowship>

If you have any questions with regard to the program, selection
criteria and your application please contact ahda@columbia.edu

*Funding for Fellows from Southeastern Europe is still pending. We
will update information for applicants from SEE as soon as possible.*