Program overview · 2026
Four months. A lifetime of impact.
Over four months, Peace Scholars meet weekly online to study peace and conflict, international law, and human rights — then put what they learn into practice together.
At a glance
- When
- September – December 2026
- Where
- Online — join from anywhere
- How often
- Weekly sessions
- Language
- English, with some sessions in Russian
- Who
- Ages 16–24 from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan & Tajikistan
- Format
- Lectures, guest speakers & projects
From understanding conflict to leading peace.
Lectures, guest speaker presentations, and collaborative projects — every week.
- Month 01
Understanding conflict
Foundations of peace and conflict studies: how violence and conflict take shape around the world, and the root causes behind them.
- Month 02
Rights & the rule of law
An introduction to human rights and international law — the frameworks the world uses to protect people and resolve disputes.
- Month 03
Building peace
Peacebuilding strategies and conflict resolution skills, with guest speakers sharing what this work looks like in practice.
- Month 04
Youth in action
The role of young people in promoting sustainable peace. Scholars work together on collaborative projects and plan how to advocate for peace at home.
Knowledge. Skills. Community.
- Knowledge of peace and conflict studies, international law, and human rights
- Skills to analyze complex social, political, and community challenges
- Experience collaborating with peers across Central Asia
- Confidence to advocate for peace in your home country
- A lasting community of like-minded young people
September – December 2026
Session dates
Session dates will be announced soon. Sessions run weekly from September through December 2026.
Applications due September 1, 2026