Sir Cyril Taylor Young African Leaders Program

• Join a 12-month fully funded scholarship programme supporting 10 outstanding young changemakers from Sub-Saharan Africa aged 18-35, featuring capacity building through the AFS Global Competence Certificate Program and attendance at the AFS Youth Assembly in Geneva in August 2027

• Develop changemaking skills through the Effect+ in the Community workshop and receive seed funding to initiate impact projects in your community

• Replicate workshops for at least 100 young people upon returning home, with ongoing mentorship support throughout your journey

• Demonstrate intermediate or higher English proficiency, proven leadership experience, and commitment to global affairs and sustainable development

• Secure an unexpired passport and commit to attending the Youth Assembly in Geneva in person in August 2027

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Requirements

Applicants must be aged 18-35 from Sub-Saharan Africa with demonstrable leadership qualities or proven track record of leadership experience. They must hold an unexpired passport, be proficient in English at intermediate level or higher, demonstrate potential for personal and professional growth, show interest in global affairs and sustainable development, and be able to attend the Youth Assembly in Geneva in person in August 2027. Having a social impact project related to the sustainable development goals is preferred.