June Edition (6th Edition) of the International Human Rights Certificate for Young Leaders | 2026

We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the June Edition (6th Edition) of the International Human Rights Certificate for Young Leaders 2026, a global online training initiative by the World Anti-Extremism Network (WAEN).

Through this one-month intensive learning experience, participants will:

• Join interactive live webinars with global human rights experts
• Engage with real-world case studies on rights, freedom, and civic resilience
• Write an article on human rights issues in their country or globally.

Event Details:

• The June Edition (6th Edition) will run from 1 June 2026 to 30 June 2026.
• The application deadline is 25 May 2026 at 12:00 PM (ET).

Why This Program Matters
This initiative brings together emerging leaders from around the world, particularly those working under challenging political and social environments. It focuses on strengthening understanding of human rights frameworks and developing practical approaches to engaging with issues of authoritarianism, extremism, and civic resilience. It also supports participants in applying these insights to advance freedom and justice in their communities.

For more information and to apply, click here.

We encourage you to share this opportunity with your networks.

Together, we can empower a new generation of leaders committed to defending human rights and freedom.