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American University Washington College of Law(AUWCL) 2022 Human Rights Essay Award for Lawyers Worldwide

The Human Rights Essay Award is an annual competition sponsored by the Academy that seeks to stimulate the production of scholarly work in international human rights law.

The Academy will grant two Awards, one for the best article in English and one for the best article in Spanish. The topic for 2022 is Climate Change and Human Rights: Impacts, Responsibilities, and Opportunities.

About American University Washington College of Law

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American University Washington College of Law College School

Application Deadline31 Jan 2022
TypeCollege School
SponsorAmerican University Washington College of Law
GenderMen and Women

Aim and Benefits of American University Washington College of Law College School

The Award will consist of:

  • A full scholarship to the Program of Advanced Studies on Human Rights and Humanitarian Law for either the Diploma or Certificate of Attendance options.
  • Travel expenses to and from Washington D.C.
  • Housing at the university dorms.
  • Per diem for living expenses.
  • The best articles may also be published in the American University International Law Review.

Requirements for American University Washington College of Law College School Qualification

  • Open to all lawyers around the world regardless of their nationality.
  • Only participants with a law degree Juris Doctor, (J.D.), Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or equivalent by the submission due date are eligible to enter the competition.
  • Shall have a demonstrated experience or interest in international human rights law.
  • Have the flexibility to choose any subject related to the 2022 topic: ¨Climate Change and Human Rights: Impacts, Responsibilities, and Opportunities. ¨
  • Shall remember the essay must be an academic article with proper citations.
  • Essays should be no longer than 35 pages

Documents Required for Application

  • CV/resume in .doc or .pdf format (no more than three pages).


Application Deadline

January 31, 2022


How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to American University Washington College of Law on www.wcl.american.edu to apply
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