The Armament and Disarmament Summer School 2025 offers a fully funded, week-long program for emerging professionals to explore how disarmament contributes to global peace and security. Organized by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) and the Alva Myrdal Centre for Nuclear Disarmament (AMC) at Uppsala University, the program will be held from August 25–29, 2025, in Sweden (Stockholm and Uppsala).

Key Focus Areas:

• Disarmament and Non-Proliferation
• Arms Control and Global Security
• International Relations

Benefits:

• Full coverage of course fees
• Travel expenses (train or airfare to Stockholm)
• Visa costs and travel insurance
• Local transportation within Sweden
• Accommodation and meals
• Access to expert lectures, workshops, and institutional visits
• Networking opportunities with leading professionals

Eligibility:

• Bachelor’s degree (completed before the program starts)
• Open to students, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners
• High English language proficiency
• Applicants from government agencies, NGOs, and think tanks are encouraged
• Previous participants are not eligible

Application Requirements:

• Resume/CV: Highlighting academic and professional experience (with two references)
• One-page Motivation Letter: Explaining your interest in disarmament and why you should be selected

How to Apply:
Submit your online application via SIPRI’s website by March 28, 2025 (23:59 CEST).

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For further inquiries, contact the SIPRI Events Team at [email protected] or visit the official SIPRI website.