Apply for the Intergenerational Peace Education Fellowship 2026 – Drive Lasting Peace in Education

Are you a school or organizational leader ready to lead intergenerational peace education in your institution? The Intergenerational Peace Education Leaders Fellowship Program offers a six‑month journey designed to equip you with the leadership tools, supportive community, and strategic framework needed to institutionalize peace education effectively. This fellowship is ideal for decision-makers committed to strengthening peacebuilding efforts within schools and communities across the Philippines.

Organized by Teach Peace Build Peace Movement (TPBPM) in partnership with the Rotary Club of Makati San Lorenzo through a Rotary Global Grant, this fellowship program positions leaders at the forefront of peace education innovation. Over the course of six months, selected participants will deepen their understanding of peacebuilding strategies, expand their professional networks, and design initiatives that make peace an actionable part of organizational culture and policy.

Why This Opportunity Matters

This fellowship goes beyond individual professional development. It supports leaders who are actively shaping the future of education and community engagement through peace education. By participating, fellows contribute to building a culture where peace is lived, learned, and sustained — transforming institutional practice and influencing broader educational ecosystems.

If your goal is to lead systemic change, foster peace within your organization, and catalyze community transformation, then this fellowship offers the tools, community, and support to help you achieve it. Apply now and commit to building a more peaceful future through education.

Who This Fellowship Is For

This Fellowship is tailored to leaders with authority and influence within their institutions. Eligible participants must be:

• Filipino citizens (with priority slots for Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao — BARMM).
• School principals, school heads, founders, executive directors, program heads, or those in equivalent leadership roles.
• Leaders with the capacity to influence programs, policies, and organizational practices.
• Actively engaged with children, youth, educators, or community members.
• Committed to peace education, values formation, or peacebuilding initiatives.
• Willing to integrate fellowship learnings into institutional systems beyond personal development.
• Available to participate fully in all fellowship activities and requirements throughout the six‑month duration.

This fellowship is not a short‑term workshop or training. It is a leadership journey committed to long‑term impact, emphasizing sustained action and accountability within participating institutions. Fellows are expected to translate their learning into concrete initiatives that embed peace into curricula, policies, and organizational culture.

What You Will Gain

Participating in the Intergenerational Peace Education Leaders Fellowship Program means stepping into a community of practice dedicated to peacebuilding excellence. Benefits of the fellowship include:

• Strategic Leadership Development: Gain the skills to lead and institutionalize peace education in meaningful and measurable ways within your organization.
• Peace Education Implementation Tools: Learn practical approaches for integrating peace principles into school curricula, daily practices, and internal policies.
• Network Expansion: Connect with other leaders, educators, and peace practitioners committed to systemic peace education.
• Collaborative Learning: Engage in shared learning activities, implementation phases, and monitoring sessions that support the fellowship’s long‑term goals.
• Community of Practice Membership: Become part of a network engaged in continuous peacebuilding work, supporting each other beyond the fellowship period.

Fellowship Timeline and Commitment

The fellowship timeline is structured to support a phased and comprehensive learning experience, beginning with application and screening and continuing through implementation and culmination phases:

• Application Period: February 2026.
• Document Screening: March 5–15, 2026.
• Interviews with Shortlisted Participants: March 15, 2026.
• Announcement of Selected Fellows: March 20, 2026.
• Online Orientation / Pre‑Fellowship Activities: 25-30, March 2026.
• In‑Person Fellowship Activities in Metro Manila: Scheduled in April 2026 (exact dates to be finalized).
• Online Peace Education Pocket Sessions / Implementation / Culminating Activity: May to July 2026.

This comprehensive engagement ensures that participants not only internalize peace education principles but also apply them in real contexts within their institutions. The structured timeline balances in‑person and virtual learning components to foster a supportive environment for deep reflection and sustained action.

How to Apply

Application for the Intergenerational Peace Education Leaders Fellowship Program requires thoughtful preparation. Applicants are encouraged to prepare a one‑minute video explaining their motivation for joining the fellowship, highlighting their commitment to peace education and the impact they hope to achieve within their institutions. This video is a key component of your application.

🗓️ Application Deadline: March 5, 2026 — All applications must be submitted before this date to be considered for the fellowship cohort.

To apply, visit the official program page and complete the online application form. Ensure you include all required documents and your motivation video, and verify your eligibility before submitting.

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