Echidna Global Scholars Program Form 2024 at Brookings Institution in Washington DC USA

Be part of Brookings Institution 2024 Echidna Global Scholars Program in Washington, DC USA. The online registration form link portal is open for interested and qualified applicants to register and apply online. See requirements involves and how to apply through the portal.

About the Programme

The Echidna Global Scholars Program (the Program) aims to strengthen the capacity of local leaders to advance gender equality in and through education across the Global South.

During a six-month Fellowship at Brookings, Scholars conduct individual research focused on improving learning opportunities and life outcomes for girls, young women, and gender non-conforming people, develop their leadership and evidence-based policy skills, build substantive knowledge on gender and global education issues, and expand their pathways for impact.

Requirements for Echidna Global Scholars Program Form 2024 at Brookings Institution in Washington DC USA

The Program selects professionals with substantial experience in and ties to the Global South, a clear intent to return to the Global South after completing the period of residency at Brookings, and a passion and demonstrated commitment to improving learning opportunities and life outcomes for girls, young women, and gender non-conforming people in and through education.

Applicants should have a background in education, gender and/or women’s studies, development, public policy, economics, or a related social sciences or humanities area, with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in research/academia, non-governmental, community or civil society organizations, or government. Candidates with experience in both academic or government settings and community organizations are especially encouraged to apply.

A Master’s degree is required.

Knowledge/Skills Requirements:

Successful applicants will have an in-depth understanding of education, development, and gender issues, strong analytical and writing skills, the ability to collaborate with others, openness to give and receive feedback, and the capacity and desire to learn with speed and flexibility.