Opportunity For Zimbabweans: 2016 Mandela Washington Fellowship For Young Africans
2016 Mandela Washington Fellowship For Young Africans
-The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) is inviting applications for the Mandela Washington Fellowship Program.
-YALI is a signature effort to invest in the next Generation of African Leaders
-The Fellowship is conducted as a merit-based open competition
-It brings 500 dynamic young African leaders from across the continent to the United States for six weeks of leadership training and mentoring at 20 US Universities and colleges in three areas which are:
- business and entrepreneurship
- civic engagement
- public administration
Who is eligible to apply?
Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, socio-economic status, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. The Mandela Washington Fellowship is open to young African leaders who meet the following criteria:
- Are between the ages of 25 and 35 at the time of application submission, although exceptional applicants younger than 25 will be considered.
- Are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S.
- Are eligible to receive a United States J-1 visa.
- Are proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
What are the criteria for selection?
Selection panels will use the following criteria to evaluate applications (not in order of importance):
- A proven record of leadership and accomplishment in public service, business and entrepreneurship, or civic engagement.
- A demonstrated commitment to public or community service, volunteerism, or mentorship.
- The ability to work cooperatively in diverse groups and respect the opinions of others.
- Strong social and communication skills.
- An energetic, positive attitude.
- Demonstrated knowledge, interest and professional experience in the sector/track selected.
- A commitment to return to Africa and apply leadership skills and training to benefit the applicant’s country and/or community after they return home.
Application Information:
The application will collect basic information and will include questions regarding the applicant’s professional and academic experience, including educational background; honors and awards received; extracurricular and volunteer activities; and English language proficiency. We will also request a résumé (with dated educational and professional background), and personal information (name, address, phone, email, country of citizenship). Additional elements, such as letters of recommendation or university transcripts, are OPTIONAL and may supplement your application.
To Apply and for more information visit the official page for YALI HERE
