Professionals from developing nations can enhance their knowledge of maritime affairs, international law, and sustainable development through the nine-month, fully funded United Nations Nippon Foundation Fellowship 2026. The fellowship, which is sponsored by the Nippon Foundation of Japan and supported by the UN, gives participants the information and abilities they need to make a significant contribution to world development.
Advanced research at partner institutions throughout the world and a placement at UN Headquarters in New York are two of the program’s concurrent phases. A monthly stipend, book allowance, health insurance, and round-trip economy airfare are all provided to fellows. In order to prepare participants for successful careers in their chosen professions, this program offers specialized research, training, and leadership development.
Eligibility Criteria :
- Possess a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in education.
- The minimum age requirement is 25 to 45 years old.
- Professional Affiliation: Currently works for a government agency, non-profit, or educational establishment.
- Research Ability: Exhibit the ability to carry out autonomous scholarly research.
- Commitment: Devoted to making a contribution to international law, sustainable development, or ocean affairs policy and governance.
- Encouraged Applicants: We greatly encourage applicants from underdeveloped nations to apply.
The United States of America is the host nation.
Program Type: Fellowships | Training
Participants Who Qualify: People from developing nations
Benefits: Fully supported, which includes lodging, round-trip travel, a book allowance, and a monthly stipend.
Benefits :
- Monthly Stipend: Throughout the fellowship, including while in New York and, for UNNF-OALOS Fellows, when they are residing at the second-phase host institution during the nine-month program, fellows are provided with a monthly stipend.
- Travel Assistance: Fellows get round-trip economy airfare from their nation of origin to New York.
- Housing: It is the fellows’ responsibility to make their own housing arrangements. This holds true for both placement sites for UNNF-OALOS Fellows for the course of the nine-month program.
Deadline: March 22, 2026
