Deadline: 5 March 2018
The Africa Matters Initiative is seeking applications for its Emerging African Leaders Programme.
The Africa Matters Initiative (Africa Matters) began in South Africa in April 2015 with the aim of empowering young Africans from all backgrounds to reject and challenge the notion that Africa is merely poor and corrupt and to change African narratives by embracing African identity and actively working to change the continent.
Under the direction of the Africa Matters leadership that team will coordinate and host workshops and school talks in their country, connect with other organisations and experts in Africa and the diaspora and contribute to the growth of the organisation as well as the boarder community at large through their ideas and actions.
Ambassadors will formulate and lead a team of five to launch an Africa Matters Hub in their country.
Benefits
Ambassadors will receive training and mentorship, access to high profile events, and dedicated support from the main Africa Matters Initiative team.
Duration
The Ambassadors Program take place over a 1 year period. It will include online training, the execution of four projects and formal recognition.
Eligibility Criteria
- The first Ambassadors Programme is open to nationals living in Rwanda, Kenya, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
- 15 – 35 years of age.
- No formal educational background is required.
- Applicants must be willing to learn and develop new skills, be challenged and to contribute to changing Africa’s narrative in innovative ways.
How to Apply
Applicants can apply online via given website.
Eligible Countries: Rwanda, Kenya, Zimbabwe and Namibia
For more information, please visit Africa Matters.