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The UN Immersion Programme Is Open for Applications!

Applications are now open for the United Nations Immersion Programme, a 5-day field visit to Geneva organized by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) in May, July and August 2024. Scholarships are available.

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Get direct access to the UN with this unique training programme, including opportunities to network and gain insights into UN career paths.

The United Nations Immersion Programme includes expert lecturers, training workshops, conferences, and guided tours through UN premises.

The field visit includes activities with the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG), the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and other Geneva-based institutions.

The programme runs into three editions:

  • May Edition – from 20 – 24 May 2024
  • July Edition – from 15– 19 July 2024.
  • August Edition – from 26 – 30 August 2024

A maximum of 30 participants are accepted per edition. All individuals are welcome to register, and spots will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.

UNITAR will offer scholarship opportunities for a limited number of participants to attend the training free of charge. For enquiries related to scholarships and criteria required, kindly send an email to: Multilateralism@unitar.org

For more information on costs, dates, application procedures, and to see a video of previous editions, please visit the official website.

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