The OHCHR Minorities Fellowship 2026 is a 4–5 week fully funded training program in Geneva for human rights and minority rights defenders. Fellows gain a deeper understanding of the UN system for protecting and promoting international human and minority rights, with visits to other cities included.

Who Can Apply:

• Human rights and minority rights defenders belonging to national, ethnic, linguistic, or religious minority groups

• Candidates from all countries

• No formal education required; relevant experience is accepted

• Must be nominated by a minority organisation/community and return to apply the skills learned

What Is Covered:

• Return airfare to/from Switzerland

• Accommodation

• Living expenses

• City tours

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must belong to a minority group (national, ethnic, linguistic, or religious)

• Open to all nationalities

• Relevant experience in human/minority rights

• Nomination from a minority organisation/community

How to Apply:
Submit an online application via the official OHCHR website.

Deadline:
 January 31, 2026.