Fellowship Opportunity For Young African Leaders in the USA

The Mandela Washington Fellowship invites young African leaders to fellowship opportunities which is a merit-based fellowship. ​It gives you the opportunity to participate in a six-week Leadership Institute at a U.S. college or university to share your experiences with and learn from U.S. citizens and other Fellows.

The Fellowship is an unparalleled opportunity to:

• Explore industries beyond your daily work and expand your expertise.
• Attend a Summit with young African leaders in Washington, D.C.
• Meet with U.S. Government, civic, and business leaders.
• Strengthen your work through new connections, skills, and ideas.

The fellowship is open to young African leaders who meet the following criteria:

1. Are between the ages of 25 and 35 on or before the application deadline.
2. Are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States.
3. Are eligible to receive a United States J-1 visa.
4. Are not employees or immediate family members of employees of the U.S. Government.
5. Are proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English. 
6. Are not alumni of the Mandela Washington Fellowship.

Please note:

• Exceptional applicants ages 21-24 will be considered.
•  Fellows are not allowed to have dependents, including spouses and children, accompany them during the Fellowship.

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Timeline:

• September 15, 2021: Application deadline.
• November 2021 – January 2022: Semi-finalists interviewed by local U.S. embassies and consulates.
• Late March 2022: Applicants are notified of their status.
• May 2022: Visa processing and Pre-Departure Orientations for Finalists.
• Mid-June 2022: Fellowship begins in the United States.

Selection criteria:

You will be selected based on the presence of the following criteria:

• A proven record of leadership and accomplishment.
• A demonstrated commitment to public or community service, or volunteerism.
• The ability to work cooperatively in diverse groups. 
• Strong social and communication skills.
• An energetic, positive attitude.
• A commitment to return to Africa and apply leadership skills and training to benefit your country and/or community after your return home.

About Mandela Washington Fellowship:

The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is the flagship program of the U.S. Government’s Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI). YALI was created in 2010 and celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2020. Established in 2014, the Mandela Washington Fellowship has brought nearly 4,400 young leaders from every country in Sub-Saharan Africa to the United States for academic and leadership training. The Fellows, between the ages of 25 and 35, are accomplished innovators and leaders in their communities and countries.

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