This programme is designed to give young people from developing countries opportunities to engage in policy development and programming; to help build the capacity of young people; and to sensitize both the young people and UNFPA staff on partnering to address adolescent and youth issues.
Grants/Financial Support
All selected candidates will be provided:
- Cost of return travel from country of origin
- Assistance with travel documents and visa requirements
- Health insurance
- Housing arrangements
- Subsistence allowance (for meals and other basic needs)
- A workstation and internet access
- Opportunities to be mentored by UNFPA staff on issues of interest
- Administrative assistance as required
Candidates should:
- be between 20-24 years old during the fellowship
- be residents and nationals of a developing country (Applicants from developed countries will not be considered for this programme, but are invited to apply for UNFPA’s regular internship programme)
- have established interest and dedication to development issues through previous experiences or affiliation with a youth network or NGO working on development issues
- have basic leadership and advocacy skills
- have basic understanding of issues of importance to UNFPA and what the organization stands for
- have English language skills (written and oral)
- have a commitment to return to home country to undertake follow up work with young people
For more information and application: awasthi[at]unfpa.org & website: UNFPA Special Youth Programme Grants