Answers to some of the more common queries about the application process:
For more information about the Activist in Residence programme, return to the programme information page
Who can apply?
Anyone directly engaged in work promoting justice and equality for women in conflict-affected areas.
Applicants will be working on issues such as addressing sexual and gender-based violence in conflict, peace-building, peace-keeping or local efforts to enhance women’s security or ensure women’s active and effective participation in processes for conflict prevention, management and resolution.
What kind of work should I be doing to be considered?
The Activist in Residence programme is for those already directly engaged in work promoting justice and equality for women in conflict-affected areas.
Applicants will be working in areas such as addressing sexual and gender-based violence in conflict, peace-building, peace-keeping or local efforts to enhance women’s security, or ensure women’s active and effective participation in processes for conflict prevention, management and resolution.
We understand that this work is done across multiple sectors, including on an unpaid basis.
Do I need to be living in a conflict-affected country?
The Centre will prioritise applications from those working in conflict and post-conflict contexts, but applicants may be in any country.
Can men apply?
Yes, all suitably experienced applicants, regardless of gender, are welcome.
What can I do maximise my chances?
The programme is expected to be highly competitive and only information provided in the application form, the CV and the two references will be considered. Make good use of the word limits and answer all questions clearly.
Do I need to speak English?
Yes, you will need to speak English at a level sufficient to live and work in London and to engage in life at LSE for the duration of the fellowship.
My application documents are in a language other than English; will you accept them?
No. All applications documents - CV, application form and references - must be in English.
In what format should my application documents be?
All documents should be in Word .doc or .docx, or .PDF.
Do I need a cover letter?
No. In the interests of fairness to all candidates only information provided in the application form, the CV and the two references will be considered.
Who should I ask for references?
Ask people who know you well and will be able to speak to your suitability for the programme. You may ask work supervisors, colleagues, peers - anyone who can speak to your relevant work.
How do I submit references? Is there a form?
You will need to request a written reference or letter of recommendation from someone able to speak to your suitability for the programme. There is not a standardised form.
References may be sent directly to the Centre by your referee, or submitted with the CV and application form. They must arrive by the deadline in order for your application to be considered. It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that references reach us in good time.
How do I submit my application?
The deadline has now passed
What does a complete application look like?
A complete application, submitted before the deadline on 1 June 2016, will have:
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a completed application form
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a CV, and
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two letters of reference from your referees.
Have you received my application?
We have been overwhelmed with the level of interest in the programme but regret that we are not able to confirm receipt of individual applications. 742 complete applications were received by the deadline. It was not possible to consider the 300+ late or incomplete applications.
How will I know if I have been successful?
Successful candidates were contacted directly on 2 July 2016.
For more information on the Activist in Residence programme, return to the programme information page