Echidna Global Scholars Applications Accepted through December 31, 2015

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The Echidna Global Scholars Fellowship program, http://www.brookings.edu/about/centers/ ... -education is extending its application deadline to December 31, 2015. Echidna Global Scholars leverage developing country perspectives while spending nearly five months at the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C. As part of their visiting fellowship, scholars pursue research on global education issues with an emphasis on girls’ education.

We are seeking exceptional applicants committed to girls’ education who seek the opportunity to build their research and analytical skills. Applicants should have a background in education, development, economics, or a related area, a Master’s degree at minimum, and at least 15 years of professional experience. A cohort of 3-4 scholars will be selected. Specific application instructions can be found here.

Please do share this announcement with anyone in your network who may be a good fit for the opportunity. Questions can be directed to Globalechidna@brookings.edu.