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Pacific Islands Leadership Program (PILP)
Application Information
The Pacific Islands Leadership Program (PILP) Fellowship application for Generation Eight (G8) is closed as of February 28, 2022. PILP G8 has been postponed to 2023.
More information regarding PILP G8 will be provided to the cohort. The application for PILP G9 will open in the Fall 2023. Follow the Leadership Program on Facebook and Instagram to stay updated on application details. Instructions and forms will be made available on this webpage.
Visa Information
- The East-West Center will provide J-1 visa sponsorship for those who require a visa to travel to the United States.
- Information on applying for the Taiwan visa will be sent to you from the EWC PILP staff.
Eligibility Criteria & Requirements
- Citizens of the Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of Fiji, French Polynesia, Republic of Kiribati, Nauru, Niue, Republic of Palau, Papua New Guinea, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Independent State of Samoa, Solomon Islands, Kingdom of Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu are eligible to apply.
- Applicants from all walks of life (government, business, environment, NGOs, health, media, agriculture, education and others) are encouraged to apply.
- The program is aimed at early- to mid-career professionals, spanning the ages of approximately 25-38.
- Applicants will be expected to have a fluent level of English. Applicants are encouraged to provide an English language test score (such as the IELTS), if one is available.
- Applicants will normally have a Bachelor's degree. Exceptions may be considered on the basis of other relevant experience and qualifications.
Desirable Qualifications
- At least three years of professional work experience and achievement
- Leadership track record in professional, public, and/or personal realms
- International experience and aptitude, including overseas residence, language skills, intercultural and diversity exposure
- Volunteer and community service experience
- Pacific Islands engagement: evidence of significant interest in and knowledge of the region, as well as commitment to its future prosperity. This might include employment in the region, classes taken at University, languages spoken, memberships and fellowships, specific projects, field studies, and areas of research interest
- Experience of cohort learning, working collaboratively in small teams or in large groups
Application Information
The Pacific Islands Leadership Program (PILP) Fellowship application for Generation Eight (G8) is closed as of February 28, 2022. PILP G8 has been postponed to 2023.
More information regarding PILP G8 will be provided to the cohort. The application for PILP G9 will open in the Fall 2023. Follow the Leadership Program on Facebook and Instagram to stay updated on application details. Instructions and forms will be made available on this webpage.
Visa Information
- The East-West Center will provide J-1 visa sponsorship for those who require a visa to travel to the United States.
- Information on applying for the Taiwan visa will be sent to you from the EWC PILP staff.
Eligibility Criteria & Requirements
- Citizens of the Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of Fiji, French Polynesia, Republic of Kiribati, Nauru, Niue, Republic of Palau, Papua New Guinea, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Independent State of Samoa, Solomon Islands, Kingdom of Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu are eligible to apply.
- Applicants from all walks of life (government, business, environment, NGOs, health, media, agriculture, education and others) are encouraged to apply.
- The program is aimed at early- to mid-career professionals, spanning the ages of approximately 25-38.
- Applicants will be expected to have a fluent level of English. Applicants are encouraged to provide an English language test score (such as the IELTS), if one is available.
- Applicants will normally have a Bachelor's degree. Exceptions may be considered on the basis of other relevant experience and qualifications.
Desirable Qualifications
- At least three years of professional work experience and achievement
- Leadership track record in professional, public, and/or personal realms
- International experience and aptitude, including overseas residence, language skills, intercultural and diversity exposure
- Volunteer and community service experience
- Pacific Islands engagement: evidence of significant interest in and knowledge of the region, as well as commitment to its future prosperity. This might include employment in the region, classes taken at University, languages spoken, memberships and fellowships, specific projects, field studies, and areas of research interest
- Experience of cohort learning, working collaboratively in small teams or in large groups