United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) Fellowship Programme for Young Arab Professionals 2026 (With up to $4,000 in Funding)

Published: April 01, 2026
Deadline: April 30, 2026
Category: Masters PhD Grants
Eligible Locations: Djibouti Mauritania Somalia Sudan Yemen

United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) is currently accepting applications for its Fellowship Programme for Young Arab Professionals 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

About UN ESCWA Fellowship Programme for Young Arab Professionals

The fellowship programme aims to develop a new generation of professionals with strong analytical and policymaking skills to support the economic and social transformation of ESCWA member States.

Sponsor Organisation: United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA)

Benefits of UN ESCWA Fellowship Programme for Young Arab Professionals

Monthly stipend: USD $4,000
Round-trip economy airfare to Beirut (ESCWA HQ)
Residence card support for stays ≥ 6 months
Medical insurance not provided (fellows must arrange their own)

UN ESCWA Fellowship Programme for Young Arab Professionals Requirements

Age: 35 or younger
Must be nationals of ESCWA member states (priority for least developed countries: Djibouti, Mauritania, Somalia, Sudan, Yemen)
Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) required
Relevant work/research experience encouraged