Youth Rights Academy 2025 by OHCHR-EAA in Switzerland | Fully Funded

About Youth Rights Academy 2025 by OHCHR-EAA

The Applications are open to apply for the OHCHR-EAA Youth Rights Academy 2025 in Switzerland which is a Fully Funded Program taking place in Geneva from 7th July to 11th July 2025.

The OHCHR-EEA Youth Rights Academy is organized by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and Education Above All (EAA).

The Objective of this Program is to enhance the capabilities and leadership skills of young advocates and practitioners working on human rights, particularly in the contexts of conflict and insecurity.

Participants will explore the concept of the Human rights of young people and their issues and will empower participants to use advocacy to promote human rights in their communities. It is a Fully Funded Program and there is no application fee.

Summary of the Youth Rights Academy 2025 by OHCHR-EAA

Type: Fellowship

Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Duration: 5 Days
Sponsored by: OHCHR + EEA

Funding Type: Fully Funded
Benefits: Round Airfare tickets, Accommodations
Deadline: 12th January 2025

Eligibility Criteria for the Youth Rights Academy 2025 by OHCHR-EAA

Applicants from all the regions can apply.
Applicants from diverse geographical, ethnic, cultural, and educational backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Young people who have experience with conflict or insecurity, especially those with limited exposure to UN and global platforms, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Participants must commit to five full days of in-person training and activities at the Academy.
18-30 years old (as of 7 July 2025).
At least two years of experience in advocating for human rights, including youth rights, at a local, national, regional, or international level.