Amnesty International is offering an 18-month, part-time Global Civic Space Fellowship to study decreased civic space and document grassroots resistance strategies from marginalized voices. This opportunity is designed for individuals passionate about human rights, activism, and advocacy.

Fellows will research civic space restrictions, analyze resistance movements, and collaborate with activists to develop a practical toolkit for defending civic space worldwide. The fellowship encourages innovative, experience-based approaches that contribute to Amnesty’s global advocacy efforts.

Fellows will produce research-based publications, convene activists for collective learning, and deliver a final in-depth think piece for Amnesty’s advocacy.

Objectives and Deliverables:

• Document and analyze grassroots resistance strategies against civic space restrictions.
• Develop practical tools & recommendations to support Amnesty’s global advocacy.
• Publish research outputs, including blog posts and opinion pieces.
• Facilitate discussions with activists through virtual, in-person, or hybrid meetings.
• Produce a final think-piece for Amnesty’s internal strategy and potential external publication.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: 6 March 2025 (23:59 UK Time)
• Funding Type: Fixed stipend
• Organizer: Amnesty International
• Eligible Countries: Open to all
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Human rights defenders, researchers, academics, and activists
• Focus Areas: Civic space resistance, human rights, grassroots activism
• Duration: 18 months (part-time)
• Program Language: English
• Host Country: Flexible (remote work required)

Benefits and Financial Aids

The fellowship program will offer the following benefits:

• A fixed stipend of $25,000 for the duration of the fellowship.
• Opportunity to collaborate with global activists and thought leaders.
• Chance to contribute to Amnesty International’s advocacy and strategy.
• Exposure to international human rights research and policy development.
• No relocation is required—fellows can work from their preferred location.

Eligibility Criteria

Who can apply for the Amnesty International Global Civic Space Fellow Program?

• Applicants must be fluent in written and spoken English; knowledge of a relevant regional language is a plus.
• Experience working on civic space resistance, either formally (e.g., academia, NGOs, journalism, law, policy) or through grassroots activism.
• Strong writing and research skills with a background in human rights advocacy
• No formal academic qualifications are required.
• Must have the legal right to work from their preferred location.
• Amnesty International welcomes applications from underrepresented groups, LGBTQI+ individuals, and persons with disabilities.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following:

• A short bio (max one page) highlighting relevant experience.
• Case studies or descriptions of past work on civic space issues.
• A proposed approach outlining research methods and engagement plans.

All documents must be uploaded to the CV section of the application portal in PDF, Word, PowerPoint, or Excel format.

How to Apply?

• Visit the Amnesty International recruitment portal using the link below.
• Submit all required documents in the CV section.
• Ensure all materials are in the approved formats (PDF, Word, PowerPoint, or Excel).

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For further information, refer to Amnesty International’s website or contact the recruitment team via [email protected].

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