UNEP-Georgetown Law Global Environment and Sustainability Law Fellowship 2025-2026

The UNEP-Georgetown Law Global Environment and Sustainability Law Fellowship 2025-2026 is a funded fellowship for public sector lawyers from developing countries to earn a Georgetown LL.M. and gain international legal experience with a posting at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The program combines legal study with placement at UNEP either in Nairobi or at one of its regional offices, and it has a history of fellows progressing to roles in government, environmental agencies, or international organizations.

Tuition for LL.M., textbooks, monthly living stipend, health insurance, flights to and from key locations

To be eligible, a candidate must reside in a developing country, have the requisite degree to practice law in their home country, be employed by a national or local government entity, and be engaged in practicing environmental law, energy law, natural resources law or a related field. Fellows must commit to returning home for at least three years after the program.

Nominations by National Focal Points (NFP) are invited, with CVs; nominees are shortlisted for a waiver of application fees, and others may apply directly to Georgetown indicating interest in the Fellowship with an LL.M. application.