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Study at Harvard with Full Tuition Support: Applications Open for the G. Barrie Landry Child ...
- Full tuition coveredScholarship Value
- One-week intensive trainingDuration
- Held in Boston, Massachusetts, USALocation
- 7-11 June 2027Training Dates
- ~10 country teams / ~30 participantsNumber of Awards
- Focus on child protection professionalsTarget Audience
At a glance
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All countries
Country
Harvard
Provider
The G. Barrie Landry Child Protection Professional Training Program, offered by the François-Xavier Bagnoud (FXB) Center for Health and Human Rights at Harvard University, is an intensive, one-week professional development course held on-site in Boston, Massachusetts. It aims to strengthen the knowledge, leadership, and practical skills of mid-career child protection professionals from around the world. The program, supported by the G. Barrie Landry Fund and UNICEF USA, offers full tuition scholarships to all admitted participants. Training will occur from 7 to 11 June 2027, with enrollment limited to 30 participants, forming 10 country teams. Since its inception, the program has equipped numerous professionals with enhanced skills in child protection systems. Participants will delve into multidisciplinary approaches to preventing child harm and develop leadership, negotiation, and coalition-building skills. The curriculum covers a range of topics including international human rights frameworks and digital solutions for child protection. Treat the figures and dates here as estimates and confirm current-cycle details on the official website.
What's covered
- Tuition Fees — Full Harvard University course fees are covered for all admitted participants, estimated at ~USD 5,000 (est.) for the one-week program.
- Travel Costs — International and domestic travel expenses are the responsibility of the participant or their organization.
- Accommodation — Accommodation costs are not covered and must be arranged by participants.
- Living Expenses — Daily living expenses, including meals not provided during the training, are the responsibility of the participant.
- Visa and Documentation — Costs associated with obtaining required visas and travel documentation are borne by the participant.
How to apply
Applying for the G. Barrie Landry Child Protection Professional Training Program involves a team-based approach, ensuring all members meet the specific criteria before proceeding.
- Form a Country Team — Assemble a three-person country team with members from a government institution, an international organization, and a local NGO, ensuring all meet the mid-career child protection professional requirements.
- Contact for Application Form — Email Rebecca Shin, Director of the Child Protection Program, to request the official application form for your country team.
- Prepare Application Materials — Work together as a team to prepare all required information, including a case study on a real child protection challenge in your country.
- Submit Application — Ensure the completed application form and all supporting documents are submitted by the deadline of 1 December 2026.
Eligibility
Professional ExperienceMid-career professional working in child protection, with experience in areas where child protection is critical.
Organizational AffiliationEmployed by a government institution, international organization, or local NGO/civil society organization.
Application MethodMust apply as a cross-sectoral country team of three members. Individual applications are not accepted.
Language ProficiencyFluency in written and spoken English is required.
The preferred team composition includes one member from government, one from an international organization, and one from a local NGO. Teams are encouraged to prepare a case study based on a real child protection challenge in their country.
Eligible countries
All countries
Deadlines
2027 Program2026-12-01
Selection
Admission decisions are based on the strength of the country team's application, their professional experience in child protection, and their commitment to strengthening child protection systems. The program enrolls a limited number of 10 country teams, representing 30 participants in total. Selected teams will be notified during or before the week of 25 January 2027.
Verified sources
- G. Barrie Landry Child Protection Professional Training Programfxb.harvard.eduofficial
About the provider
The François-Xavier Bagnoud (FXB) Center for Health and Human Rights at Harvard University, founded in 1993, is dedicated to promoting health and human rights globally through research, education, and advocacy. It is part of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What is the G. Barrie Landry Child Protection Professional Training Program?
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It is an intensive, one-week professional development program for mid-career child protection professionals, hosted by Harvard University's FXB Center for Health and Human Rights, focusing on strengthening skills and knowledge in child protection.
What does the scholarship cover?
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The scholarship provides full tuition coverage for all admitted participants. It does not cover travel, accommodation, living expenses, visa costs, or meals not included as part of the training.
What is the value of the award?
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The award covers the full tuition fees for the intensive one-week program. Specific monetary value is not stated but represents the cost of attending the Harvard University course, which can be several thousand US Dollars (est.).
Who is eligible to apply?
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Mid-career professionals actively working in child protection, from government institutions, international organizations, or local NGOs, are eligible. Applicants must apply as a three-person country team.
Which countries are eligible?
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Professionals from all countries are eligible to apply, provided they meet the team and professional criteria. The program aims for international participation.
Which study levels are supported by this scholarship?
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This scholarship supports an intensive professional training program, not a degree-level course like a bachelors, masters, or PhD.
What is the application deadline for the next cycle?
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The application deadline for the 2027 program is 1 December 2026.
How do I apply for this program?
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Interested country teams must first email Rebecca Shin, Director of the Child Protection Program, to request an application form. Individual applications are not accepted.
What documents are required for the application?
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Required documents typically include a completed application form, details for all three team members, and a case study outlining a child protection challenge in their country. Proof of English fluency may also be required.
How are scholarship recipients selected?
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Selection is based on the quality of the team application, the relevance of their professional experience in child protection, and their potential to contribute to strengthening child protection systems. Only 10 country teams are admitted.
What is the duration of the program, and is it renewable?
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The program is an intensive one-week training, running from 7 to 11 June 2027. It is a single-session professional development opportunity and is not renewable.
Where can I find more details and confirm current-cycle information?
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For further information, eligibility requirements, and the application process, please visit the FXB Center's official G. Barrie Landry Child Protection Professional Training Program page on the Harvard University website.