| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | 14 April 2025 |
| Fellowship Duration | July 2025 – July 2026 |
| Eligible Applicants | Young African women (refugees, internally displaced persons, or stateless) |
| Age Requirement | 18-40 years |
| Eligibility Criteria | Leaders of campaigns or women groups, members of consortiums or collectives, young women engaged in cross-conflict negotiations, young women politicians in office |
| Target Regions | The Great Lakes, the Sahel, and The Horn of Africa |
| Participating Countries | Burundi, Cameroon, Chad, DRC, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, The Gambia, Kenya, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda |
| Fellowship Benefits | Capacity building, technical support, mentorship, solidarity, access to networks and funding |
| More Information | Visit Official Webpage |
About the 2025 I AM NALA Fellowship on Women in Peace & Security
The Nala Feminist Collective has officially opened applications for the 2025 I AM NALA Fellowship on Women in Peace & Security. This initiative seeks to empower young African women, particularly those who are refugees, internally displaced, or stateless, to actively participate in leadership, decision-making, and peacebuilding efforts across their regions.
Who Should Apply?
This fellowship is designed for young women aged 18 to 40 years who meet one or more of the following criteria:
- Leaders of women-led campaigns or groups.
- Members of a consortium or collective focusing on alliance-building.
- Young women actively involved in cross-conflict negotiations.
- Women currently holding political office.
Participating Countries
The fellowship will engage 30 young women from countries in The Great Lakes, the Sahel, and The Horn of Africa, including:
- Great Lakes Region: Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda.
- Sahel Region: Cameroon, Chad, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal.
- Horn of Africa: Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, The Gambia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan.
Program Benefits
Selected fellows will receive technical and capacity-building support, mentorship, and solidarity, along with access to funding and networking opportunities. The program aims to position young women as key decision-makers in negotiations, democratic transitions, reconciliation, and peacebuilding efforts.
Why You Should Apply
- Professional Growth: Gain mentorship and capacity-building training tailored for young political leaders.
- Global Recognition: Be part of a prestigious network advocating for women in peace and security.
- Impact Your Community: Play an active role in democratic transitions and peace efforts in your country or host nation.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications is 14 April 2025.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can submit their applications by visiting the Official Webpage of the 2025 I AM NALA Fellowship on Women in Peace & Security.
This fellowship represents a unique opportunity for young African women to take their leadership to the next level while contributing meaningfully to peace and security efforts across the continent. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of the change!
For more updates and inquiries, visit the official webpage.
