JOIN THE COALITION    

 

1. The International Coalition for RtoP is a voluntary coalition of non-governmental organizations (NGOs), consistent with the principles of UN ECOSOC Resolution 1996/31, from all regions of the world.

 

2. The Coalition supports NGO members from all sectors and with a diversity of mandates. The Coalition encourages members from all community levels: national, regional and global.

 

3. Academic institutions and departments are welcome to join the Coalition.

 

4. Membership is restricted to non-governmental organizations. Government operated and controlled NGOs, or NGOs who do not operate independently, with neutrality, and with impartiality of government influence are not eligible for membership.

 

5. Individual or private sector supporters are encouraged to support RtoP but only their not-for-profit components are eligible for membership.

 

6. The Coalition will be open to national and regional RtoP networks. National or regional RtoP networks/coalitions must have prior approval from the Secretariat to be affiliated in name with the International Coalition for RtoP.

 

7. Members must endorse the common understanding of RtoP principles and the founding purpose of the Coalition. Any advocacy efforts that Members undertake should reflect these principles and purposes.

 

8. The Coalition Secretariat is responsible for membership decisions. If the Secretariat is unable to determine whether a potential Member is eligible, the Secretariat will seek guidance from the Steering Committee.

 

 
Membership application 

Please respond to the below questions and send by mail to:

International Coalition for the Responsibility to Protect

708 Third Avenue, 24th floor

New York, NY 10017

Or by email to:

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2. How can I get an internship at the ICRtoP Secretariat in New York?

Spring, Fall and Summer Internships available

Responsibilities

1. Conduct research on International Coalition for the Responsibility to Protect related activities and draft memos
2. Draft weekly newsletter tracking events, developments and references to RtoP around the world
3. Update the ICRtoP website
4. Attend meetings and workshops with UN delegates and representatives of NGOs and draft reports
5. Monitor events at the UN relating to the protection of civilians and prevention of armed conflict
6. Undertake special projects and assignments related to the norm of the Responsibility to Protect and the goals of the Coalition

Qualifications

1. Advanced undergraduate or graduate student working towards a degree in International Relations, Politics or related field
2. Excellent written and oral communication, research and writing skills
3. Proficiency using Microsoft Office software
4. Ability to work independently and within the constraints of tight deadlines
5. Previous experience in a nonprofit environment preferred
6. Proficiency in English required, additional language proficiencies are a plus, particularly French or Spanish
7. Interest in WFM’s mission and familiarity with the Responsibility to Protect norm.

To apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, references and a brief writing sample (3-5 pages maximum) on a related topic. Please include the name of the internship in the subject of the email and in the cover letter. Be sure  to indicate whether you are available full time or part time and your approximate start and end date.

Internship applications will be accepted on a rolling basis but must be received by:
        Summer applications – March 15
        Fall applications – August 28
        Spring applications – December 1
 
Note: students in many institutions can obtain academic credit for this internship.

Applications can be emailed, faxed or mailed to:
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Fax: +1 212 599-1332