Barer Institute Law Fellowship at University of Washington 2023 for Developing Countries – USA

Summary

The Barer Institute selects annually three to four mid-career leaders from lower to middle income countries to enroll in the Sustainable International Development LL.M. Program and serve as change makers in their home countries upon graduation.

Eligibility:

Barer Institute Law Fellowship Candidate criteria include:

1. Demonstrated need in the candidate’s home country for improved legal infrastructure in the areas of rule of law and governance, human rights and/or economic development

2. A personal statement (1-2 pages) addressing the demonstrated need described above and the candidate’s commitment to and capacity for using the knowledge gained as a Barer Institute Fellow to address that need

3. A first degree in law or equivalent

4. A commitment to return to the home country

5. Strong English skills (test scores must be less than two years old)

6. Evidence of leadership skills

7. At least two letters of recommendation from legal professionals in the home country

8. Official transcripts and degree statements

9. Résumé or CV

Deadline:

1st February 2023

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