The Generation Change Fellows Program (GCFP) aims to strengthen the capabilities of civically engaged youth leaders so that they can be effective peacebuilders in their communities.
This two-year Fellowship offers training in effective leadership, conflict management, and prejudice awareness and reduction; it also provides online courses and other resources; and it fosters a global learning community so participants have the skills, knowledge, support, and resources needed to increase their resilience as peacebuilders and civic leaders, manage conflict at a local level, and increase the effectiveness of their peacebuilding programs.
WORTH
- The five day program will deliver training in effective leadership, conflict management, and prejudice awareness and reduction in order for these emerging leaders to increase their resilience and have a greater impact on their respective communities. The training will provide a safe space for participants to share ideas, gain new tools, practice constructive conversations, and better understand conflict resolution, especially as it relates to their country. It will also expose participants to experts in the leadership development and conflict resolution fields.
- USIP will pay for participant airfare, lodging, meal, and visa expenses.
ELIGIBILITY
- Generation Change Fellows are between 18 and 35 years old.
- Applicants must be of Nigerian origin, and reside in Nigeria.
- They hold leadership roles within civic organizations and are actively working to positively impact their community.
- Applicants must have founded a peace building organization or have worked in a leadership role in an organization that does peace building.
DEADLINE: February 18 2022
To apply and for more information visit here
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