The Rotary Foundation Peace Fellowship 2026-2027 offers individuals committed to peace and conflict resolution the opportunity to earn a two-year master’s level degree in international studies, peace studies and conflict resolution at one of the Rotary Centre's University partners located in the United States, Japan, England, Australia, Turkey and Sweden. Rotary has contracted with six institutions worldwide to provide this valuable training. In order for a candidate to be a qualified applicant, the candidate must have the endorsement of our district. (The Rotary Foundation must receive the final application, endorsed by District 7010, by July 1, 2026.) Please note that in addition to the two-year Master's program, The Rotary Foundation offers a three month Peace Fellowship Certificate in Thailand, Uganda and Turkey.
Click HERE for Information about the 2026-2027 Peace Fellowship Application Process, the Peace Centres, eligibility, etc. This is the major portal for people interested in pursuing this prestigious fellowship. Persons interested in applying are encouraged to read the material at this site including participating in the webinars and watching the videos.
The Peace Fellowship is a highly sought after award. An exemplary application should "shine a light" on the candidate’s experience, aspirations and support for the ideals of Rotary and the pursuit of peace and global understanding.
The application must be endorsed by District 7010. Applicants are asked to submit their online application by May 16, 2026. This will allow District Peace Fellowship Chair Linda Brouillette the opportunity to review the application and make suggestions for improvement. Applicants will be interviewed and this will be scheduled once applications are received. These steps will ensure endorsement and submission by July 1, 2026. District 7010 can endorse multiple candidates.
Contact your local Rotary Club or Linda Brouillette, Past (and Acting) Chair Peace Fellowships at - lbrouillette1951@gmail.com.