Call for Application – UNFPA Ghana Youth Leaders Fellowship (YOLE) Programme for Young Changemakers (7th Cohort).
The YoLe Fellowship is a one-year programme that aims to empower young, innovative change-makers who have recently graduated from tertiary institutions in Ghana and positively impacting their communities. The programme provides training and mentorship on Leadership, Sustainable Development, Peace, Human Rights, and contemporary and emerging issues. Since its inception in 2018, the YoLe Fellowship Programme has trained and mentored several young people in six cohorts, addressing gaps in youth leadership and development while contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Applications for the 7th cohort of the YoLe Fellowship Programme is now open. The deadline is 18th April, 2025. Carefully read through the application requirements as you apply. Take note of the date for the information and attend to have your questions answered.
The duration of the programme is one year and starts from October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2026.
YOLE Programme 2025 Eligibility
Through an online call for applications, the Programme targets graduates aged 18 –30 years from tertiary institutions in Ghana. Youth leaders, persons living with disability, young women, vulnerable and marginalised young people are encouraged to apply so that ‘no young person is left behind’. TheFellows are selected via a rigorous selection process. The applicant must be:
- Aged between 18 – 30 years
- A graduate of a tertiary institution.
- Able to commit to the Fellowship duration fully (one year), on-site at the UNFPA Ghana Country Office, Accra. Fellows withdrawal before Nine months in the Fellowship will not be awarded the Fellowship Certificate.
Proactive and possesses strong interpersonal skills - Proficient in English (working knowledge of English) — important for general communication purposes. All application materials must be submitted in English).
- Passionate about Leadership, Sustainable Development, Peace and Human Rights to drive change in all sectors including Social
Entrepreneurship which includes agribusiness, innovation, and artificial intelligence (AI) and demonstrate a desire to make a difference in their community. - Demonstrate interest and dedication to development issues and
passionate about contributing towards Ghana’s aspirations on Agenda 2030 - Demonstrate affiliation with youth organization/network,
UNFPA Ghana Youth Leaders Fellowship (YOLE) Programme for Young Changemakers (7th Cohort) Application Requirements
The Fellowship Programme is targeted at graduates from Ghanaian Tertiary Institutions and resident in Ghana during the Fellowship period. Applicants must be 18-30 years old at the time of application. Applicants must be proficient in English language and has the ability to communicate clearly.
The Fellowship welcomes passionate individuals who aspire to lead and drive change in their communities and organizations.
Young change makers working with youth-led organizations, CSOs and NGOs are highly preferred.
Young women and persons living with physical disability are strongly encouraged to apply!
By completing this form, you are required to fill all mandatory fields including your motivation statement, proof of identity (Birth Certificate) and your CV.
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