Are you a judge or magistrate committed to strengthening the rule of law in your country? Here’s your chance to expand your impact internationally. Applications are now open for the 2025 Judicial Fellowship Program in the USA – a fully funded 2-week professional program designed for early- to mid-career legal professionals from around the world.
The fellowship runs from September 27 to October 12, 2025, starting in Washington, D.C., and concluding in Charlottesville, Virginia. Organized in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, this prestigious program provides global exposure to the U.S. legal system while equipping participants with the skills to promote judicial excellence in their home countries.
Best of all? No application fee, no IELTS, and all costs are covered.
📌 Program Overview
Host Country: United States
Cities: Washington, D.C. & Charlottesville, Virginia
Program Dates: September 27 – October 12, 2025
Duration: 2 Weeks
Funding: Fully Funded
Application Deadline: 23rd May 2025
💸 What’s Covered?
All selected fellows will receive:
✈️ Round-trip travel to the U.S.
🏨 Accommodation for the full program duration
🍽️ Daily meals
📩 Official invitation letter from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation
🎯 Fellowship Goals
The Judicial Fellowship Program is designed to:
Build capacity in legal reasoning, ethics, and decision-making
Encourage cross-cultural exchange of legal ideas
Provide insight into U.S. judicial processes, legal institutions, and constitutional principles
Strengthen the leadership skills of global judicial leaders
🏛 Program Highlights
📍 Week 1 – Washington, D.C.
Visit U.S. courts and legal institutions
Attend sessions with legal experts and policymakers
Meet U.S. judges, attorneys, and Chamber of Commerce officials
📍 Week 2 – Charlottesville, Virginia
Explore historical and cultural landmarks
Participate in reflective sessions and collaborative discussions
Build lasting networks with international peers
✅ Who Can Apply?
🌍 Open to all nationalities
👨⚖️ Judges or magistrates from Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, or the Americas
⚖️ 5 to 7 years of judicial experience in civil or criminal courts
🌟 Demonstrated leadership potential and commitment to advancing the rule of law
📚 Willing to apply fellowship insights in their local context
📄 Application Process
Submit your application online via the official program portal.
All applicants will be notified of their selection status by June 16, 2025.
