Explore the fully funded UN OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship Program in Switzerland for 2026! Empower yourself and your community by applying today!
Description
The UN OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship Program 2026 is now open for applications worldwide.
This fully funded fellowship in Switzerland is designed to provide professional experience for international people, particularly young activists fighting for fundamental human rights and social justice.
The program is open to people who speak any of the five languages: French, English, Spanish, Russian, and Portuguese. The selection process involves regional and gender balance, global communities, and the current human rights situation in each region.
The first 15-20 fellows will be selected, with interviews conducted in their respective languages. If applicants have applied for Spanish, Russian, and Portuguese languages, partner universities will contribute to the selection.
The final selection will be made by the OHCHR staff. The fellowship will allow fellows to work with international human rights organizations and communities, learn from experts and human rights professionals, and make connections that will benefit their professional lives.
The program is a life-changing opportunity for young human rights activists to fight for human rights and bring positive change worldwide.
Explore Scholarships in Europe:
DAAD Scholarships in Germany
Fully funded scholarship in Europe for international students
Eligibility Criteria
- The OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship Programme 2026 is open to indigenous people from any educational background
- There is no age limit.
- Applicants must be committed to educating others
- Applicant has good knowledge of five languages.
Benefits
- The UN OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship Programme offers a fully funded opportunity for Indigenous people to study in Europe
- Cover living expenses
- Return flight tickets
- Basic health insurance
- Exposure to European culture.
Required documents
- Recommendation letter from the nominating organization or the community
- Passport copy
Application Process
- The UN OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship Program application process is online
- Applicants can apply by clicking the Apply Now button.
- They must fill out the application form
- Upload required documents
- Submit it before the fellowship deadline.
Deadline
- The last date to apply is September 15, 2025.
