Youth Opportunities

Call for New America Fellows Program 2027 is now open!!! New America’s Fellows Program supports bold thinkers—journalists, scholars, filmmakers, and policy innovators—who are shaping fresh ideas and changing public conversations. In a world of nonstop news cycles and narrow academic silos, this fellowship creates space for ambitious work: books, films, long-form storytelling, photo essays, and impactful policy projects. If you have a powerful idea and a voice that deserves a broader audience, this fellowship is for you. Deadline : feb 3, 2026 Apply here : https://lnkd.in/gWeeM7iF

📢 Call for Applications: Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program 2026 – Now Open! The Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program is an equity-free initiative supporting early-stage African startups building innovative, end-to-end technology solutions, including hardware. Selected startups receive business coaching, engineering support for product development, and guidance on intellectual property protection, powered by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. A rare opportunity to scale cutting-edge ideas with global tech expertise. Deadline : February 15, 2026 Apply here : https://lnkd.in/g8Tn4D7m

We’re all works in progress. What’s the one thing that’s going to make your future self say ‘thank you’? Let’s hear it! ✨

📢 Call for Applications: Africa Next Gen Economist Prize 2026 – Apply Now! Launched by The Africa Report and Jeune Afrique in partnership with the African Development Bank, this prestigious prize recognizes PhD economists under 40 from across Africa who are shaping innovative, Africa-centered economic ideas. Winners receive a €10,000 grant, advanced training with FERDI, and high-level media exposure through leading continental platforms. If you’re redefining Africa’s economic future—this is your moment. Deadline : Feb 16, 2026 Apply here : https://lnkd.in/g94bV8UZ

A powerful opportunity awaits young leaders who are passionate about Climate Education and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. Selected fellows can receive fellowships of up to INR 5 lakh, empowering them to advocate for climate awareness and education at scale. This is a continuous, rolling program—you can apply anytime and begin from anywhere. Since the fellowship is fully online, there are no geographical limitations, making it accessible to changemakers across the globe. If you’re actively searching for fully-funded opportunities, don’t forget to explore the Youth Opportunities App, available on both Android and iOS. Lead the change. Educate for the future. 🌱 apply here : https://lnkd.in/gXufK2zA?

The Heritage Center is opening its doors to curious minds and committed hearts, inviting a new cohort of interns to join a mission rooted in purpose. Rebuilding trust, reimagining heritage, and nurturing faith in HERITAGE is no small task—and they’re looking for individuals who believe in this vision and are ready to grow with it. This internship is more than a role; it’s a journey of learning, contribution, and impact. 🗓 Duration: November 2022 – February 2023 ✨ Internship Opportunities Available In: • Graphic Design (Remote / Hyderabad) • Research (Remote / Hyderabad) • Content Writing (Remote) • Partnerships (Hyderabad & Delhi) • Social Media (Remote / Hyderabad) • Event Management & Photography (Hyderabad) If you’re actively seeking fully-funded opportunities, don’t forget to explore the Youth Opportunities App on Android or iOS. Interested candidates are encouraged to fill out the application form, after which the team will reach out. To truly understand the spirit of this initiative, reading more about the Centre for Heritage is highly recommended. ⏳ Application Deadline: 30 October 2022 Apply here : https://lnkd.in/g4ffz7UE

📢 Call for the OHCHR Minorities Fellowship Programme 2026 — Now Open! The Minority Fellowship Programme (MFP) is a flagship capacity-building initiative of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). Established in 2005, the programme is designed to empower human rights defenders from national, ethnic, religious, and linguistic minority communities worldwide. 🌍 The fellowship equips participants with in-depth knowledge of international human rights standards, the UN human rights system, and practical advocacy skills to strengthen the protection and promotion of minority rights at local, national, and global levels. 🏛️ OHCHR is the principal human rights office of the United Nations, led by the High Commissioner for Human Rights, who is accountable to the UN Secretary-General and responsible for all OHCHR activities and administration. ✨ A powerful opportunity for minority rights defenders committed to advancing equality, dignity, and justice through the UN system. Deadline : January 31, 2026 Apply here : https://lnkd.in/gY8vZHhw

📢 Call for Fellowship Applications: Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) — Now Open! The Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI), with support from the Kering Foundation, is offering doctoral and postdoctoral fellowships for early-career researchers based in low- and middle-income countries. 🎓 These fellowships aim to strengthen research leadership, build sustainable capacity, and advance critical knowledge on the intersections between violence against women and violence against children—areas that remain under-researched globally. 🔬 In 2026, four fellowships will be awarded: 2 Doctoral Fellowships 2 Postdoctoral Fellowships 🌍 The program supports locally led, contextually grounded research with the potential to create meaningful, long-term impact. This initiative is part of a multi-year research programme led by the Kering Foundation, in partnership with SVRI and McGill University, focused on strengthening evidence-based approaches to address violence against women and children worldwide. ✨ A powerful opportunity for researchers committed to social justice, gender equality, and impactful research. Apply here : https://lnkd.in/gnUA2xps

📢 Call for the OHCHR Minorities Fellowship Program 2026 — Now Open! The Minority Fellowship Programme (MFP) is a flagship capacity-building initiative of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), the UN’s principal human rights body. Established in 2005, the program is designed to empower human rights defenders from national, ethnic, religious, and linguistic minority communities worldwide. 🌍 The fellowship equips participants with in-depth knowledge of international human rights law, UN mechanisms, and advocacy tools, enabling fellows to more effectively promote and protect minority rights at national, regional, and international levels. 🕊️ OHCHR is led by the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, who is accountable to the UN Secretary-General and oversees all OHCHR activities and administration—ensuring the program is grounded in the UN’s highest human rights standards. Deadline: January 31, 2026 Apply here : https://lnkd.in/gY8vZHhw

📢 Call for DESIGN EQUALITY (DE) Competition 2025 — Now Open! DESIGN EQUALITY (DE) with Innovation is an international design competition developed and organized by BE OPEN and its partners. The competition is open to students, recent graduates, and young professionals worldwide who are passionate about using design as a force for positive social change. ✨ Why 2025 matters The 2025 edition marks the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, unanimously adopted by 189 UN member states at the 1995 Fourth World Conference on Women. This historic framework remains the cornerstone global policy document on gender equality and women’s empowerment. 🎨 Through innovative design, DE 2025 invites young creators to reimagine solutions that advance gender equality, inclusion, and empowerment, aligning creativity with global impact. Apply here : https://lnkd.in/ghgjqDgY