Call for Applications:UNFPA Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Program(Fully-funded)
Applications Now Open | Deadline: 18th April, 2025
Overview
The Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Programme is a flagship initiative of UNFPA Ghana designed to empower younger, progressive change-makers between the ages of 18 and 30. Since 2018, the Fellowship has helped nurture future leaders by offering expertise, mentorship, and publicity to management, innovation, and coverage growth.
The programme aligns with:
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UNFPA’s mandate to make sure each younger individual’s potential is fulfilled
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The United Nations Youth Strategy (2030) to extend world, regional, and native motion to deal with the wants, construct company, and advance the rights of younger folks
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Ghana’s National Youth Policy (2010 & 2022-2023)
The YoLe Fellowship Programme – Cohort 7 runs from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026.
Objectives
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Build management, innovation, and employability expertise amongst younger folks
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Engage fellows in advancing UNFPA’s three transformative targets:
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Zero preventable maternal mortality
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Zero unmet want for household planning
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Zero gender-based violence and dangerous practices
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Provide mentorship, job readiness, and social entrepreneurship help
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Empower youth to be gender-sensitive and policy-aware changemakers
Programme Components
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Training & Capacity Building
Topics embody Leadership, Public Policy, Ethics, Proposal Writing, ICT, AI, Gender Equity, and the Future of Work -
Mentorship
Fellows are paired with skilled professionals corresponding to ambassadors, UN officers, and institutional leaders -
Space to Incubate: The Orange Loft
A contemporary inventive hub designed for coaching, collaboration, and innovation -
Policy & Strategy Alignment
Exposure to nationwide and worldwide growth methods -
Deployment & Internship
Practical placements inside UNFPA items and exterior organizations together with UN businesses, CSOs, and personal sector companions
Fellowship Timeline
March – September: Applications, choice, onboarding
October – April: Foundational programs, innovation and management coaching, coverage engagement
May – July: Practicum placements, discipline publicity throughout sectors
August – September: Experiential studying, public talking, remaining opinions, and commencement
Cross-Cutting Activities:
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Peer studying classes and debates
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Coaching by business leaders
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Thematic mission displays
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Career growth help
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you have to be:
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Aged 18–30 years
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A graduate of a tertiary establishment in Ghana
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Able to commit full-time to the one-year programme in Accra
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Proficient in English
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Passionate about management, peace, sustainable growth, and innovation
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Affiliated with or have expertise in youth work, volunteerism, or growth points
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From any background—younger ladies, individuals with disabilities, and marginalized youth are strongly inspired to apply
Note: Fellows should stay within the programme for at the very least 9 months to qualify for certification.
Partner Institutions for Practicum Placements
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UN & Multilaterals: UNFPA, UNDP, WHO, AfDB, IMF
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Diplomatic Corps: British High Commission, Canadian Embassy, Dutch Embassy, and many others.
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Public Sector: Ministries of Health, Youth, Gender, Environment, National Peace Council
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Private Sector: Banks, Telcos, Media, Agribusiness, Tech Startups
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CSOs & NGOs: PPAG, Plan International, ActionAid, Youth Advocates Ghana
Ready to Join?
Applications for Cohort 7 at the moment are open. Deadline: April 18, 2025.
Shortlisted candidates shall be invited to take part in an info session the place they will ask questions and be taught extra concerning the course of.
Duration: October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026
Location: UNFPA Ghana Country Office, Accra
Contact Us
📞 +233 302 746746
📧 ghana.information@unfpa.org
🌐 ghana.unfpa.org
📍 seventh Rangoon Close, Cantonments, Accra
Learn more about the YoLe Fellowship programme here.
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