Applocations are currently being accepted for the Young Security Conference 2026-2027 in Germany. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Young Security Conference
Young Security Conference 2026-2027 is a fully supported fellowship running from December 2026 to February 2027 that selects up to 8 fellows for residential and online program phases in Munich, Germany. The fellowship provides access to high-level debates, policy development activities, expert workshops, and institutional visits.
The program is organised by the Young Security Conference (YSC) in cooperation with Stiftung Bayerisches Amerikahaus München, BayFrance, the Bavarian Research Alliance for Peace, Conflict and Security (FoKS), Thomas-Dehler-Stiftung, and Friedrich-Naumann-Stiftung, and convenes emerging leaders under 35 with backgrounds in international relations and related fields.
Benefits of Young Security Conference
- Free participation in the Bavarian Winter School on Trade and Security
- Travel cost subsidies for journeys to and from Munich for mandatory in-person phases
- Accommodation subsidies covering hotel and lodging expenses during Munich residencies
- Full access to workstations, research resources, and event spaces at Amerikahaus Munich
- Invitations to closed-door roundtable discussions, VIP networking sessions, and institutional study visits
- Opportunity to present original policy contributions to international decision-makers and scholars
Young Security Conference Requirements
- Designed for young professionals, researchers, policy analysts, and diplomats under 35 years of age
- Proven background in International Relations, Security Studies, Political Science, Economics, or Law
- Relevant academic, research, or professional experience is expected
- Applications from individuals based in NATO/EU countries and underrepresented groups in security studies are strongly encouraged
- Organisers aim for at least 50% female participation
Application Date and Process
- Prepare a Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English, maximum 2 pages, including date of birth and contact information
- Prepare a Letter of Motivation in English, maximum 1 page
- Prepare a Short Proposal / Working Hypothesis in English, maximum 500 words addressing one of the core questions
- Combine the CV, motivation letter, and short proposal into a single compiled PDF
- Send the single PDF application by email to [email protected] by November 11, 2026
Application Deadline
11 November, 2026
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