Welcome
The Alliance for Historical Dialogue and Accountability (AHDA) is a convening body which aims to facilitate exchange among scholars, advocates, and organizations dedicated to historical dialogue and accountability.
Based at Columbia University’s Institute for the Study of Human Rights (ISHR) in New York, AHDA brings together academics, representatives of civil society organization, journalists, educators and artists as well as policy makers who all pursue historical dialogue in conflict, post-conflict and post-dictatorial societies. They address the political ramifications of the historical legacy of conflicts, as well as the role and impact of the memory of past violence on contemporary politics, society and culture. These ramifications often continue to haunt contemporary societies and the memories that shape the identities of protagonists in numerous conflict and post-conflict countries around the world. AHDA builds networks and facilitates comparative as well as interdisciplinary dialogue among its members.
Fellowship for Historical Dialogue and Accountability 2012
Columbia University invites practitioners of Historical Dialogue and Accountability/Dealing with the Past from Africa, Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe, the Middle East and South and Southeast Asia to apply for the Fellowship for Historical Dialogue and Accountability. Deadline: April 16th, 2012
Applications are being accepted for the 2012 Fellowship for Advocates of Historical Dialogue and Accountability at Columbia University’s Institute for the Study of Human Rights (ISHR).
In the fall semester of 2012 (late August – December) practitioners of dealing with the violent pasts from conflict, post-conflict and post-dictatorial societies will have the opportunity to engage in training, networking, project work, and academic study at Columbia University in New York City. The comprehensive program provides Fellows with the opportunity to hone practical skills in fundraising, advocacy and leadership, develop a deeper understanding of dealing with the past, and foster mutually beneficial relationships with their peers and with international and non-profit organizations in New York City. During the Fellowship participants are expected to design a Fellowship project that addresses a history of gross human rights violations in their society, country and/or region. The Fellowship is fully funded. Travel, visa and accommodation costs are fully covered. During the program Fellows will receive health insurance as well as a stipend to cover living expenses in New York City.
For more information about the Fellowship please got to: Fellowship for Historical Dialogue and Accountability
If you have any questions with regard to the program, selection criteria and your application please contact ahda@columbia.edu
Update: Candidates from Southeastern Europe are welcome to apply!
