Applications are now open for the Leaders of Leaders Africa Fellowship Program 2024, an initiative aimed at empowering the youth of Africa to become catalysts for change and progress in their communities. In a continent where 70% of sub-Saharan Africa’s population is below the age of 30, harnessing the potential of this vibrant demographic is crucial for shaping a prosperous future.
Africa’s youth bulge presents both opportunities and challenges. While the continent boasts a burgeoning young population, the lack of access to quality education and economic opportunities hampers their potential to contribute meaningfully to society. The Leaders of Leaders Africa Fellowship Program seeks to address this disparity by providing young Africans with the tools and skills they need to lead effectively and drive positive change in their communities.
Overview of Leaders of Leaders Africa Fellowship
The Leaders of Leaders Africa Fellowship Program is the vision of the Bluvard Education Initiative, which envisions an Africa where every child, regardless of gender, tribe, finance, or religion, has access to holistic education. The initiative recognizes that education is not just about being in school but also about the quality of education received, which is essential for nurturing the next generation of leaders and innovators.
The Program is a remote leadership fellowship designed by youth, for youth, to equip young African dreamers and doers with hands-on leadership skills.
Fellowship Components
This program consists of two main components:
- Virtual Training Session
Fellows will participate in a virtual leadership accelerator boot camp where they will receive training from renowned experts on various leadership frameworks, sustainable development strategies, and impactful entrepreneurship.
- Community-Based Project
In addition to the virtual training, fellows will undertake a community-based project aimed at applying their newly acquired skills in real-world scenarios. These projects focus on equipping other young people with practical leadership skills and frameworks, thereby creating a ripple effect of positive change across Africa.
Benefits of the Fellowship Program
Participants in the Leaders of Leaders Africa Fellowship Program can expect to gain the following benefits:
- Gain practical skills in project management, leadership and social innovation.
- Access to personalized mentorship from industry experts and thought leaders.
- Opportunities to launch careers as advocates for sustainable development and social change.
- Joining a community of Africa’s young change-makers, to collaborate and share experiences.
How to Apply
Apply for Leaders of Leaders Africa Fellowship through this link https://bit.ly/LeaderofLeadersFellowship
For more information about the Fellowship program, kindly visit the official website at https://www.bluvard.org/programmes/leader-of-leaders-africa
Selection Criteria
To be considered for the fellowship program, applicants must demonstrate:
- A commitment to leading positive change in their communities.
- Willingness to undertake community-based projects focused on leadership development.
- Availability to participate in the virtual training sessions and carry out the follow-up fieldwork.
Timeline of the Fellowship Program
The Leaders of Leaders Africa Fellowship Program follows a structured timeline:
- July 2023: Call for Application opens.
- March 18, 2024: Application closing date
- August 2024: Selected fellows are contacted.
- September 2024: Induction and fellowship commence.
- October 2024: Implementation of community-based projects.
- November 2024: Reports and evaluation of project outcomes.
- December 2024: Graduation and certification ceremony.
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