Application to the 2025/26 YWNGI Mentorship Programme

Title *

First Name(s) *

Last Name(s) *

Nationality *

Current Residence (City, Country) *

Phone

Email *

Name of University/College *

Degree Programme *

If selected "other," please specify.

Current Programme of Study *

Year of Graduation/Expected Year of Graduation *

Please upload a video (maximum 2 minutes) explaining your top reasons for applying to the Mentorship Programme and how you believe it will support your studies and future career aspirations. The supported video formats are .mpg, .mov, and .wmv. *

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Should you have issues uploading the video, please contact apply@vcdnp.org

How would you describe your current background/knowledge on arms control, non-proliferation and disarmament? Please note that prior knowledge on the topic is not required. (200 Word Limit) *

On what topic would you prefer your mentorship to focus? (First Choice) *

On what topic would you prefer your mentorship to focus? (Second Choice) *

On what topic would you prefer your mentorship to focus? (Third Choice) *

Please upload your resume/curriculum vitae in PDF format. *

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Please upload a record of courses taken to date and grades received. *

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Please upload one letter of recommendation in PDF Format. Letters of recommendation should be on letterhead and signed. *

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The letter of recommendation may also be submitted directly by the recommender to apply@vcdnp.org , should they prefer to do so. In this case, please upload a statement indicating that the letter will be sent directly by the recommender. Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure that the letter is received by the deadline of 30 June 2025. Letters received after this date will not be considered.

Please note that participation in all programme activities is mandatory. To successfully complete the programme and receive a certificate, at least 80% attendance at the monthly events is required. Events usually take place once a month, last between one or two hours, and are held in the afternoon (between 2:00 and 6:00 PM, Vienna time). Can you commit to this? * *

Yes, I can commit to this.
No, I cannot commit to this.

Please note that attendance to the EUNPD Conference (10-12 November 2025) is also expected. Costs related to your participation will be covered by the organizers. Will you be able to attend? *

Yes, I will attend.
No, I am unable to attend.

Would you like us to add your email to the Young Women and Next Generation Initiative (YWNGI) mailing list to be informed of webinars and other activities? *

Yes, please add my email address.
No, please do not add my email address.

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