Applications for the 2027 cohort of the Marianne Initiative for Human Rights Defenders are now open!
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Published on April 27, 2026
👉 Launched in 2021 by the President of the Republic, the Marianne Initiative aims to support the work of human rights defenders around the world, notably by hosting a cohort of a dozen laureates in France for 18 weeks.
Are you committed to fundamental rights in your country of origin, distinguished by your fieldwork, and wishing to follow a capacity-building program in France for 18 weeks (first half of 2027) in order to broaden your skills and network?
Join the next cohort of the Marianne Initiative!
🗓️ Apply now until May 4, 2026 to join the 2027 cohort by completing the dedicated form: Marianne Initiative for Human Rights Defenders – 2027 Cohort
