2025 United Nations Regional Course in International Law for Africa – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Fully Funded)

The 2025 United Nations Regional Course in International Law for Africa is an exciting opportunity for legal professionals in Africa to deepen their understanding of international law through a fully funded program. Organized by the Codification Division of the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs, in collaboration with the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), this course will take place from February 20 to March 14, 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. It will be conducted in English and is designed for up to 30 participants, including a limited number of self-funded applicants.

The course aims to provide specialized training to professionals from African countries in a wide range of international law topics, offering participants the chance to interact with renowned scholars and experts while networking with peers from across the continent.

Benefits

The 2025 United Nations Regional Course in International Law for Africa offers an array of benefits for participants, particularly those who receive a fellowship:

• Fully funded travel, accommodation, and meals
• Medical insurance coverage
• Course materials and access to expert instructors
• A modest stipend for living expenses (fellowship participants only)
• A platform to network and collaborate with professionals across Africa
• An internationally recognized certificate of completion

Self-funded participants will bear the costs of travel, accommodation, medical insurance, and living expenses, although they will receive the same training materials and participate in all course activities.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the United Nations Regional Course in International Law for Africa, candidates must:

• Have a legal background with professional experience in the field of international law
• Be fluent in English, the language of instruction for the 2025 course
• Certify that they can attend the entire course from February 20 to March 14, 2025
• Be from Member States of the United Nations that are also members of the African Group

This course is open to government officials, academics, and professionals from intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations. However, current United Nations staff members are not eligible to apply.

Documents Required

To apply for the 2025 United Nations Regional Course in International Law for Africa, you must submit the following documents:

1. A completed application form, signed and certified by your sponsoring institution or organization
2. A curriculum vitae highlighting your professional experience in international law
3. A letter of recommendation from your employer or a relevant authority
4. Proof of proficiency in English, if it is not your first language
5. Any additional documents requested by the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs during the selection process

How to Apply?

Interested candidates can apply by submitting their completed application form directly to the Codification Division of the Office of Legal Affairs. You do not need to submit your application through your government; however, your sponsoring institution must fill out certain parts of the application form.

The application process is open to government nominees as well as professionals from academia and non-governmental organizations. Both fellowship applicants and self-funded participants go through the same selection process, and the deadline for all applications is October 29, 2024.

Selection Process

The selection process for the United Nations Regional Course in International Law for Africa is based on several factors, including:

• The qualifications of the candidate
• The scope of their professional duties related to international law
• The relevance of the training to their professional work
• Consideration of gender balance (Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply)

Participants will be chosen based on their professional background, experience, and potential contribution to the program. While countries are encouraged to nominate multiple candidates, each applicant will be assessed individually.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Do I need to submit my application via my Government or sponsoring institution?
  No. While your sponsoring institution must complete certain sections of your application, you may send the form directly to the Codification Division.

• Can candidates from academia or non-governmental organizations apply?
  Yes. The course is open to academics and professionals from international or non-governmental organizations engaged in international law.

• What is the difference between fellowship participants and self-funded participants?
  Both fellowship and self-funded participants go through the same selection process, participate in the same activities, and receive the same certificate. Fellowship participants have their travel, accommodation, meals, and medical insurance covered, whereas self-funded participants are responsible for these costs.

• Can students apply?
  No. This course is designed for professionals with practical experience in the field of international law.

• Can a country nominate multiple candidates?
  Yes, multiple candidates can be nominated as long as they meet the required qualifications.

Deadline

Application Deadline: October 29, 2024

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