Deadline: 28-Feb-2026
The kanthari offers a twelve-month, fully scholarship-based leadership programme that equips changemakers to start and run civil society organisations, social enterprises or social ventures.
The programme combines rigorous training with mentorship, bringing together people from diverse backgrounds who share a mission to drive ethical social change in their communities.
Applicants should be over 22 years old and demonstrate a strong personal purpose to make a positive impact. The programme welcomes those who have overcome adversity—whether through disability, discrimination, poverty, or other hardships—and who have ideas or projects that address societal challenges. Proficiency in English and basic computer skills are required.
The format of the programme includes several months of residential training in Kerala, India, followed by several months of online mentorship to support participants as they plan, launch or enhance their grassroots initiatives. By blending in-person and remote learning, kanthari ensures that participants gain both hands-on experience and ongoing support.
Candidates are selected based not only on the strength of their idea for social change but also on characteristics such as creativity, intrinsic drive, adaptability, strong work ethic, and willingness to take ownership. The programme looks for individuals who are motivated by values and impact rather than formal credentials.
Through kanthari’s Admissions process, participants gain not only the skills to manage NGOs or social ventures effectively but also access to a network of global changemakers. Graduates leave equipped with practical tools—project planning, fundraising, communication, leadership—and with confidence to shape change in their communities.
If you are passionate about social justice, environmental inclusion, innovation or transforming your community, this is an opportunity to amplify your impact through structured learning, connections, and support.
For more information, visit kanthari.