LEAP Africa Youth Leadership Programme 2021 for Nigerian Undergraduates
Are you a Nigerian undergraduate? Are you looking for an opportunity to enhance your leadership skills while networking with like minds?
If your answer is yes to any of these questions, then the LEAP Africa Youth Leadership Programme 2021 is the opportunity you have been waiting for.
LEAP Africa in collaboration with BudgIT Foundation and MacArthur Foundation announces Call for Application for the Youth Leadership Programme 2021.
The Youth Leadership Programme (YLP) is a 4-month Leadership programme for young Nigerian undergraduates aged 18 to 30 years which aims to equip and empower them with the skills, knowledge, and resources required to become transformative leaders and active citizens who will drive sustainable development in their communities.
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Eligibility Criteria for LEAP Africa Youth Leadership Programme 2021
To successfully apply for the YLP, an applicant should meet these requirements;
- A male or female Undergraduate in a tertiary institution in Nigeria
- Aged 18 – 30 years of age
- Committed to attending the online training and is available for mentoring
- Passionate about community development & improving the lives of others
- Familiar with the SDGs and eager to learn more about them
- Interested in volunteerism & other forms of active citizenship
- Eager to understand Civic Education, Politics and Governance in Nigeria
Your YLP Journey is in Six (6) stages and runs for Four months (November 2021 – February 2022)
Stage 1
Application
Application by filling the registration form below
Stage 2
Online Training
All Applicants are onboarded onto the LEAP Africa Learning Management System for three weeks to interact with the Self-paced Courses that form the YLP Curriculum
Stage 3
Virtual Community of Practice
Participants are integrated into a Virtual Community where learning resources, programme updates and other development opportunities will be shared. Participants are also encouraged to interact with one another, promoting collaboration & knowledge sharing.
Stage 4
Screening & Mentorship
Applicants will be screened based on Course completion rates. Only Applicants that have completed all modules will be allowed to be a part of the Live Mentorship Sessions
Stage 5
Change Project Pitch & Implementation
Applicants will be asked to form teams of 5 persons each. Note that teams can only be formed with individuals that registered for the YLP and completed the Online Training. These teams will go-ahead to pitch their innovative ideas to tackle social issues. These ideas must align with the Sustainable Development Goals. Selected teams will be supported with subgrants to carry out Change Projects
Stage 6
Programme Wrap Up
Participants/Teams will be evaluated and recognized for work done for four months of the Youth Leadership Programme. Finally, successful participants are inducted into LEAP Africa’s Network of successful alumni who are thought-leaders and professionals across different spheres.
How to Apply for LEAP Africa Youth Leadership Programme 2021
Interested and eligible Nigerians should complete their application online by visiting the LEAP Africa Youth Leadership Programme portal by clicking here
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply is the 24th of November 2021 by 11:59 pm WAT.
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