Tunisia Programs & Services
Guidelines For Potential Applicants
2006-2007 Fulbright Conflict Resolution Program
THE Bureau of Educational
and Cultural Affairs (ECA) at the United States Department
of State is offering a Fulbright grant for either a one-year
Master of Arts degree or a two-year non-degree graduate
certificate in the field of conflict resolution. This program
is designed to enhance non-governmental efforts to resolve
political, social and sectarian conflicts and will bring
to the United States up to ten post-baccalaureate/pre-doctoral
candidate from the Middle East and North Africa to work
together on issues of relevance to the region. Grantees
will be affiliated with Eastern Mennonite University (EMU)
in Harrisonburg, Virginia, an institution with a strong
reputation in the field of conflict resolution.
The program will give participants a multidimensional view
of applied conflict resolution in addition to the theoretical
framework of sustainable peace building. It is designed
for individuals with some level of experience in conflict
management, humanitarian assistance, restorative justice,
advocacy, human rights, or development activities. EMUs
Conflict Transformation program is recognized for its particular
attention to Track II diplomacy and peacebuilding. While
involving all levels in society, the program has a particular
focus on the grassroots and mid-level actors in resolving
conflicts and building peace. More information on EMUs Center
for Justice and Peacebuilding can be found at: www.emu.edu/ctp.
Supplementary program requirements: If selected to participate,
all grantees will be expected to engage in academic and
enrichment activities that further their understanding of,
and practice in, conflict management.
- Academic Training: Grantees will engage in practical
training for at least eight weeks with an institution
or non-governmental organization specific to their field
of interest.
- Enrichment Seminar: Visiting students will participate
in a Fulbright enrichment seminar hosted by the Institute
for International Education. The enrichment seminars usually
take place regionally throughout the U.S. in the spring.
- Professional Conference: Grantees will be funded to
participate in a conference that attracts NGO representatives,
scholars, practitioners, and other interested individuals
to explore a wide variety of topics relevant to the field
and/or region.
This program is open to post-baccalaureate/pre-doctoral
graduate students. The grant will include full tuition,
a living stipend, travel, and health insurance. The Fulbright
Conflict Resolution Program will begin August 2006.
General Requirements
- Typed and completed application;
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited university;
- Fluency in spoken and written English as demonstrated
by a minimum score of at least 250 CBT (600 PBT) on the
International Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL);
- Academic and/or professional interest or experience
in an area relevant to conflict resolution;
- Indication of how the Fulbright Conflict Resolution
grant will further personal and professional development
and contribute to home communities;
- Eligibility for a J-1 visa;
- Green Card holders or U.S. citizens are not eligible.
Provisions
- Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted under
any circumstances.
- Preference shall be given to those applicants who have
not studied in the United States previously.
- ALL recipients of a Fulbright scholarship MUST return
to their home country for at least two years upon termination
of scholarship.
Instructions For Applications
- All applications must be typed.
- Please answer ALL questions as accurately and completely
as possible.
- Please include the following additional documents with
your application.
- TOEFL test score. Note that the TOEFL must be taken
before the application deadline date.
- Original degree certificates and final transcripts,
in English, for all degrees earned.
- Three letters of recommendation from university professors.
- Summary of work experience (CV).
- One passport size photo.
Instructions For Essays
Write a statement of purpose between 200 and 500 words
in length concerning your previous academic and/or professional
interest or experience in an area relevant to conflict resolution.
The statement should provide the scholarship review panel
with insight as to how the Fulbright conflict resolution
grant will further your personal and professional development
and contribute to your home community. In addition to the
statement of purpose essay, write an essay explaining your
aspirations for your future career.
The deadline for submission
of all Fulbright applications is Saturday, October 29, 2005.
All applications must be returned by hand or mail to:
| Street Address: |
22 rue Al Amine Al Abassi, Cite Jardins
1002, Tunis-Belvdre |
| Mailing Address: |
B.P. 351, Tunis-Belvdre 1002, Tunisia |
AMIDEAST wishes you success in your future academic endeavors.
Fulbright
Conflict Resolution Program Scholarship Application 2006-2007
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