Organisation Name:

Leibniz Institute for Educational Media | Georg Eckert Institute (GEI)

Application Deadline:

November 14, 2025

About Organisation

The Leibniz Institute for Educational Media | Georg Eckert Institute (GEI) conducts advanced research on educational media, particularly focusing on their production, content, and impact in different socio-cultural, political, and historical contexts. Located in Brunswick, Germany, GEI serves as an international hub for research and dialogue in educational development and peace education. Its world-renowned research library houses the most extensive global collection of school textbooks, supporting scholars and educators worldwide. GEI also provides critical research-based insights that inform education policies, curriculum development, and media production, contributing to inclusive and sustainable educational reforms. Through various programs and fellowships, the institute encourages collaboration between researchers and practitioners, bridging theory and practice in the field of education. By fostering global academic exchange, GEI continues to shape progressive educational discourse and promote peace-oriented pedagogical innovation.

About the Grant

The Georg Arnhold Senior Fellowship promotes education for sustainable peace, emphasizing educational media and curricula in post-conflict or transitional societies. The fellowship aims to connect theory with practice, encouraging research that translates into actionable policies, educational tools, or publications that strengthen civil-society capacities. Fellows undertake a six-month research stay at GEI in Brunswick, Germany, where they collaborate with scholars and practitioners in peace education and media development. The fellowship offers a monthly stipend of €3,300, a return economy airfare, and comprehensive administrative and publication support. The program seeks to generate knowledge that contributes to peaceful coexistence through education, fostering leadership and innovation in peace education globally. The fellowship’s outcomes are expected to influence educational reform and policy, reinforcing sustainable development through learning.

Who can Apply?

The fellowship welcomes senior scholars and experienced practitioners in the fields of humanities, education sciences, political science, social sciences, or law. Applicants should have a minimum of five years of professional experience in peace education or related areas. Ideal candidates combine academic excellence with hands-on practice, such as experience in NGOs, government, journalism, or international education initiatives. Applicants must demonstrate significant impact in their fields through published work, innovative educational projects, or policy contributions that advance peace education. The fellowship is best suited for individuals who have demonstrated leadership, commitment to social transformation, and the ability to bridge academic insights with community-level applications. Preference is given to those whose work aligns closely with GEI’s mission to strengthen education for sustainable peace and international understanding.

How to Apply?

Interested candidates must complete an online application and submit a 1,000-word project summary. Pre-selected candidates will be invited to provide a full proposal and participate in an online interview with the Academic Advisory Board. Final selection will be based on the quality, impact, and feasibility of the proposed project.

Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted by November 14, 2025, following the multi-stage selection process conducted by the GEI and the Academic Advisory Board of the Georg Arnhold Program.