International Human Rights Internships: The International Service for Human Rights (ISHR) is an international non-governmental organisation based in Geneva, at the heart of the United Nations human rights system, with a small branch office in New York.

International Service for Human Rights (ISHR) is established in supporting and facilitating the work of human rights defenders with the United Nations system and regional human rights systems.

It works at national, regional and international levels.

Internships with International Service for Human Rights (ISHR) offer unique opportunities for human rights activists to observe and learn about both the UN human rights system and the international human rights non-governmental community.

The principal focus of the internships will be learning about the workings of the international human rights system.

Geneva is the hub of international human rights activity and the focus of much activity by governments, and national and regional human rights organisations.

Length of internships

Internships are offered for a minimum period of 3 months and a maximum period of 6 months.

It strongly favours applications from those who are willing to commit to a longer internship.

Applications should be forwarded at least three months in advance of the anticipated start date in order to ensure work permit and visa.

Applications for internships are accepted all year round unless otherwise stated.

Application process

Applicants should submit an Application Form and CV (with two references) with a clear indication to which programme they would like to apply.

For more information and application see; International Human Rights Internships

Join International Human Rights Internships

International Human Rights Internships: The International Service for Human Rights (ISHR) is an international non-governmental organisation based in Geneva, at the heart of the United Nations human rights system, with a small branch office in New York.

International Service for Human Rights (ISHR) is established in supporting and facilitating the work of human rights defenders with the United Nations system and regional human rights systems.

It works at national, regional and international levels.

Internships with International Service for Human Rights (ISHR) offer unique opportunities for human rights activists to observe and learn about both the UN human rights system and the international human rights non-governmental community.

The principal focus of the internships will be learning about the workings of the international human rights system.

Geneva is the hub of international human rights activity and the focus of much activity by governments, and national and regional human rights organisations.

Length of internships

Internships are offered for a minimum period of 3 months and a maximum period of 6 months.

It strongly favours applications from those who are willing to commit to a longer internship.

Applications should be forwarded at least three months in advance of the anticipated start date in order to ensure work permit and visa.

Applications for internships are accepted all year round unless otherwise stated.

Application process

Applicants should submit an Application Form and CV (with two references) with a clear indication to which programme they would like to apply.

For more information and application see; International Human Rights Internships

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International Leader of Tomorrow Award: The University of British Columbia (UBC) attracts talented secondary and post-secondary students from around the world.

The International Leader of Tomorrow Award assist outstanding international students who do not have the economic means to study at the post-secondary level. The awards range in value from $14,000 to $34,000 (CAD), depending on financial need.

To date, students from 45 different countries have studied at UBC as International Leader of Tomorrow award winners.

To be eligible, you must be a non-Canadian, studying on a study permit, and enrolling in a UBC undergraduate program.

In addition, you must demonstrate an exceptional level of scholastic achievement, extracurricular achievement, and leadership ability.

Finally, you must also demonstrate that you would not be able to attend the University of British Columbia (UBC) without receiving the award.

To Apply

If you’re interested in applying for this award, talk to your counsellor first, as they must nominate you.

Your counsellor can request a nomination package. The Nomination packages are not sent directly to students. E-mail: international.counsellors [at] ubc.ca

Application Deadline; 1 February(annually)

For More Information and Application, Please Visit; International Leader of Tomorrow Award Website

International Leader of Tomorrow Award: The University of British Columbia (UBC) attracts talented secondary and post-secondary students from around the world.

The International Leader of Tomorrow Award assist outstanding international students who do not have the economic means to study at the post-secondary level. The awards range in value from $14,000 to $34,000 (CAD), depending on financial need.

To date, students from 45 different countries have studied at UBC as International Leader of Tomorrow award winners.

To be eligible, you must be a non-Canadian, studying on a study permit, and enrolling in a UBC undergraduate program.

In addition, you must demonstrate an exceptional level of scholastic achievement, extracurricular achievement, and leadership ability.

Finally, you must also demonstrate that you would not be able to attend the University of British Columbia (UBC) without receiving the award.

To Apply

If you’re interested in applying for this award, talk to your counsellor first, as they must nominate you.

Your counsellor can request a nomination package. The Nomination packages are not sent directly to students. E-mail: international.counsellors [at] ubc.ca

Application Deadline; 1 February(annually)

For More Information and Application, Please Visit; International Leader of Tomorrow Award Website

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Danish Government scholarships: Danish higher education institutions receive a limited number of government scholarships each year to fund highly qualified full-degree students from non-EU/EEA countries.

In order to be eligible for a scholarship you must be:

• a citizen of a country outside the EU and the European Economic Area
• enrolled in a full degree higher education programme
• granted a time-limited residence permit in Denmark due to education

The scholarships are administered by the higher education institutions, who individually decide which students are selected to receive a scholarship.

For further information about the government scholarship, please consult your chosen higher education institution’s admission details.

Please note: the government scholarship consists of two parts and can be given as full or partial tuition fee waivers and/or grants towards covering your living costs.

However, as the scholarships are administered by the individual institution, you should enquire about further details at the higher education institution of your choice.

For more information and scholarship applications, see: Danish Government Scholarships for International Students

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 We are glad to inform you that Labeja is now the proud owner of a Toyota Regius. We are also told by the members of Bibi Wine’s Firebase Crew that it’s their boss, Bobi who bought him a Toyota Regius.

 However we have been told that Labeja is yet to get a driving permit. So when Lt. Col. Kale Kayihura’s men seize him while driving don’t get surprised.

By James Okello

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Ingrid Turinawe of FDC. She heads the party's WOmen's League

This is after she was arrested and charged in court after her standoff with the police who blocked her accessing the city centre.

Turinawe was stopped from attending a press conference by the Activists for Change, during which they announced fresh Walk to Work protests.

She was charged of inconsiderate use of the road, driving without a permit and failure to comply with a police order.

The FDC’s Sam Njuba, Apollo Kantinti and SalaamaMusumba stood surety for her.

She has been released after paying cash bail of 500,000 shillings.

Speaking shortly after being set free, Turinawe condemned the status of the Kasangati prison, which she says is appalling.

She says the FDC Party members will be taking up the matter in Parliament to ensure improved conditions of living in the country’s prisons.

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