1325 Scholarship in Memory of Zaida Catalán 2026: Fully Funded One-Year Peacebuilding Placement in Palestine

Applications are now open for the 1325 Scholarship in Memory of Zaida Catalán 2026, a unique opportunity for early-career Palestinian peacebuilders committed to advancing the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda.

Offered by the Folke Bernadotte Academy (FBA), the scholarship provides a one-year placement with MIFTAH – The Palestinian Initiative for the Promotion of Global Dialogue and Democracy in Ramallah, along with professional capacity-building activities and a basic living allowance.

Named in memory of Zaida Catalán, a dedicated peace and human rights advocate, the scholarship aims to strengthen local leadership in gender equality, peacebuilding, and conflict prevention.

About the 1325 Scholarship

The scholarship is inspired by United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security, which emphasizes the critical role of women in conflict prevention, peace negotiations, and post-conflict reconstruction.

Through practical experience and structured learning, the program supports young professionals who are committed to advancing women’s rights and peacebuilding in Palestine.

Scholarship Benefits

Selected scholars will receive:

• A one-year professional placement with MIFTAH in Ramallah
• A basic living allowance
• Tailored capacity-building and professional development activities
• Mentorship and networking opportunities
• Hands-on experience in peacebuilding and gender advocacy

Host Organization: MIFTAH

MIFTAH is a leading Palestinian civil society organization dedicated to promoting democracy, human rights, and global dialogue, with a strong focus on women’s participation and gender justice.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be young peacebuilders in Palestine
• Have at least two years of relevant work experience in civil society
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to:
  • Women, Peace and Security
  • Gender equality
  • Peacebuilding
• Intend to continue working on these issues locally after the scholarship ends

Ideal Candidates

This scholarship is well suited to early-career professionals working in:

• Human rights
• Gender equality
• Peacebuilding
• Civil society advocacy
• Democracy and governance

Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted by:

31 May 2026

How to Apply

Learn more and submit your application here.

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