UN PRACTICUM IN ADVOCACY

The Practicum was a force of power and an incredible influence in my

envisioning where and how my future activism would fit into this global picture.
-Former Practicum Participant

The Commission on the Status of

Women is the principle policymaking body dedicated exclusively
to gender equality & advancement
of women.
The priority theme for 2016 is
Womens empowerment and its link
to sustainable development. The
session will focus on the elimination
and prevention of all forms of
violence against women and girls.
Questions? Contact us at
practicum-mail@wilpfus.org
Nondiscrimination statement: The selection process
for the UN Programs of WILPF U.S. requires that
you be currently enrolled in a Bachelors Masters,
or Doctoral program. It does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, citizen
status, ancestry, age, religion or spiritual creed,
disability or handicap, sex or gender, pregnancy,
gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation,
military or veteran status, genetic information, or
any other characteristic protected under applicable
federal, state or local law. Retaliation is also
prohibited.

When: March 12-19, 2016

Where: UN Headquarters,
New York, New York
What: As a representative of the
Womens International League for
Peace and Freedom, you will
strengthen your advocacy skills,
create and sustain valuable
professional relationships and deepen
your understanding of international
womens issues by attending the 60th
Commission on the Status of Women.
Price: $1400
(partial scholarships available)
Deadline for Submission:
December 11, 2015
Application Available at:
http://www.wilpfus.org
Sponsored by: WILPF US