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United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) UN Young Leaders Online Training Programme

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The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is pleased to open applications for the 2026 editions of its United Nations Young Leaders Training Programme, a 4-week online course introducing youth worldwide to the work and values of the United Nations.

The programme combines self-paced modules with expert-led webinars and e-workshops. Participants engage with UN officials and practitioners as they explore the UN system, multilateral conferences, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These sessions offer a clear and practical introduction to how international organizations operate. Across four weeks, participants develop skills in communication, negotiation, leadership, and global citizenship. Training in UN career development, Model United Nations (MUN), and conference diplomacy supports young leaders in navigating academic and professional pathways within international affairs. 

Each edition admits a maximum of 30 participants. Limited scholarships are available. 

Programme Dates 

➤ January Edition: 12 January – 6 February 2026 
➤ April Edition: 13 April – 8 May 2026 
➤ June Edition: 8 June – 3 July 2026 
➤ August Edition: 27 July – 21 August 2026 

Corresponding registration links are available under Programme Dates on the programme webpage. 

For information about content, tuition, requirements, or scholarships, contact multilateralism@unitar.org. 

>> Apply or learn more at the official programme website

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