30 Jun 2017

Lazord Fellowship for Young Leaders from Middle East and Africa 2017

pplication Deadline: 15th July 2017
Offered Annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Egypt, Jordan, Tunisia, Syria, Yemen, Palestine, Iraq, Sudan, Libya.
To Be Taken At (Country): Egypt, Jordan and Tunisia
About the Award: The Lazord partners are pleased to announce the opening of applications to become a 2017-2018 Lazord Fellow. As a Lazord Fellow, you would be joining a multi-dimensional program that seeks to empower its fellows to develop a critical understanding of civic engagement, and improve their leadership and technical skills for their future careers, regardless of the sector. The program achieves its mission through offering mentoring, providing job opportunities in organizations striving to advance the common good, and creating enriched educational opportunities.
The Lazord fellowship has been running since 2010, when it began in Egypt. It currently has chapters in Egypt, Jordan and Tunisia, working with over 50 organizations. The fellowship is a year-long regional program that includes a chance for the chapters and fellows in Egypt, Jordan and Tunisia to meet all together twice a year. After a competitive recruitment effort, fellows are selected in each of the 3 countries and placed for one year in a local organization. The fellows receive trainings provided by the local Lazord representative as well.
Type: Fellowship
Eligibility: 
  • For public universities graduates: Open to all graduates from any branch;
  • For private university graduates: need-based scholarship granted for at least 2 years;
  • Having graduated in 2015 or after;
  • Proven record of being civically engaged;
  • Ready to commit to a one year full-time fellowship starting September 2017;
  • Be available to attend the annual regional retreat in Jordan from September 16th to September 22nd;
  • Be a resident of the country of the Fellowship you are applying to.
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award: 
  • be hosted for 1 year in a local non-profit organization as a full-time employee;
  • receive a living stipend (based on the country) and a modest housing stipend (based on the fellow’s placement and needs);
  • be offered a minimum of 10 training sessions by influential civil society leaders and professional trainers on an array of topics surrounding civil society, entrepreneurship management, leadership, team building, business skills and much more;
  • receive monthly mentoring sessions with professionals mentors with civil society experience;
  • have networking opportunities with professionals and influential individuals from all sectors – both local and international;
  • males applying from Egypt have to either be exempted from military service, already received the certificate of exemption or be done with their service;
  • attend the annual opening and closing retreats with the regional cohort of fellows from all 3 countries.
Duration of Program: 
  • July 30th: Interviews begin
  • August 10th to 15th: Fellows receive notification of acceptance/rejection
  • August 30th: Matchmaking process between fellows and host organizations start
  • September 17th to 21st: Annual retreat for fellows
  • October 1st: Placement starts
  • September 2018 – End of program
How to Apply: For more information and to apply, please contact your local Lazord partner listed below:
  • – Egypt: Gerhart Center – Rola Tarek – gerhartcenter@aucegypt.edu APPLY
  • – Jordan: INJAZ – Thourya Ibrahim – tibrahime@injaz.org.jo APPLY
  • – Tunisia: UTIL – Moez Ali – contact@util.tn APPLY
Award Providers: Lazord Foundation

Canadian University Dubai Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students 2018/2019

Application Deadlines:
  • 15th June 2017
  • 20th December 2017
Eligible Countries: International
To be taken at (country): Dubai, UAE
Eligibility: 
  • Scholarships are open to all students of any citizenship who have met all the admission requirements.
  • Scholarships are awarded to full-time students enrolled in four academic courses or more per semester. For financial hardship and special needs scholarships, the number of academic courses students must enroll in will be considered on a case-by-case basis, although, where possible, a minimum of four academic courses is recommended. Please note that scholarships can be granted for credit-bearing courses only.
  • Students must maintain the cumulative grade point average (CGPA) necessary in order to continue their scholarship. For special needs scholarships, the cumulative grade point average (CGPA) necessary in order to continue their scholarship will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Students can apply in successive years, but scholarships are only valid for two successive semesters, i.e. Fall and Spring. Scholarships are not valid for Summer semesters.
  • Scholarships are only valid for current tuition fees.
  • You can apply for more than one scholarship, provided you meet the eligibility requirements. In case a student qualifies for more than one reduction, scholarship or discount, the student will be given the chance to choose the benefit with the highest value.
  • All remaining fees (tuition and housing) must be paid promptly in order to receive and maintain your scholarship.
Selection Criteria: 
UP TO 100% TUITION WAIVER
  • You should have an academic average of 98%* or above to apply.
  • For students renewing their scholarship, the second semester CGPA must be 3.90 or higher for the scholarship to continue.
UP TO 50% TUITION WAIVER
  • You should have an academic average of 95%* or above to apply.
  • For students renewing their scholarship, the second semester CGPA must be 3.85 or higher for the scholarship to continue.
20% TUITION WAIVER
  • You should have an academic average of 85%* or above to apply.
  • A 20% tuition waiver is awarded automatically to all new students with a high school average of 85%* and above. This Award grants a 20% waiver on tuition only for the first semester.
  • Students who were granted an automatic 20% tuition waiver on their first semester and have maintained a 3.85% CGPA, may be eligible for a 10% tuition waiver on their subsequent semester.
The Guiding Principles for Canadian University Dubai scholarships (See in Scholarship Webpage Link below) must be met.
Number of Scholarships: Not spefified
Value of Scholarships:
  • 100% Tuition Waiver
  • 50% Tuition Waiver
  • 20% Tuition Waiver
How to Apply: 
  • late or incomplete scholarship applications will not be considered by the scholarship committee.
  • Applicants must email their scholarship application forms (or visit the scholarship section of Student Affairs), along with all supporting documents (as detailed in the relevant sections on the different scholarship types) to scholarship@cud.ac.ae
Award Provider: Canadian University Dubai
Important Notes: Please note that the number of scholarships awarded is limited and you must meet the minimum selection criteria for the relevant category in order for your application to be considered by the scholarship committee. The amount to be awarded depends on the financial need and/or academic qualifications of the applicant.

Mastercard Start Path Global Accelerator Program for Innovative Startups 2017

Application Timeline:
  • Application deadline: 1st August 2017
  • Global Pitch Day: Sept 18th – 19th (tbc) Virtual
  • Immersion Day: Nov 27th – Dec 1st (tbc) Miami, US
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Global
To be taken at (country): Dublin, Ireland
About the Programme: Mastercard works with an ever growing portfolio of later stage startups with unique solutions across fintech and commerce. Start Path Global is based on what has worked best for our portfolio of startups: more flexibility, more customization, and no distractions from your current business.
Offered Since: 2014
Type: Entrepreneurship
Eligibility: Start Path Global is designed for later stage startups:
* That have raised investment
* That are looking for support to scale
* That are targeting the fintech and broader commerce space
* That can benefit from partnering with MasterCard and accessing our ecosystem
Number of Awardees: Not specified
Value of Programme: 
* Six month virtual programme tailored to the individual needs of your company
* No need to move from your home location
* No equity taken up front (but an option to participate in your next round)
* Immediate access to 60+ MasterCard experts
* Connections to potential customers – global corporate brands spanning banking, retail, tech and telecoms
* Funds provided so that you have no out of pocket expenses
How to Apply: Apply here
Award Provider: Mastercard Foundation

Hamburg University of Applied Sciences Undergraduate and Masters Scholarships 2018 – Germany

Application Deadline: 
  • Undergraduate: 30th September 2017 (for the winter semester)  and 30th March 2018 (for the summer semester)
  • Masters: 30th October 2017 (for the winter semester)  and 30th April 2018 (for the summer semester)
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: International
To be taken at (country): Germany
Eligible Field of Study: Courses offered at the University
About the Award: Hamburg University of Applied Sciences awards scholarships to academically strong international students studying in Bachelors and Masters degree programmes. The good news is that the City of Hamburg subsidises degree programmes at Hamburg universities, so the school does not charge tuition fees for national and international students except professional Master’s programmes.
Type: Undergraduate and Masters Taught
Eligibility: 
General
  • Candidates must be enrolled as students at the HAW Hamburg
  • Candidates must have completed their school education outside of Germany or have graduated from a Studienkolleg
  • Candidates must not be eligible for BAföG
  • Students in design degree programmes cannot participate in this programme
Undergraduate
Applicants must meet the following criteria in order to apply for the scholarship:
  • You are an international bachelor student at the HAW Hamburg.
  • You have already completed at least two semesters at the HAW Hamburg with a grade total of “very good” or “good”.
  • You have completed your school education abroad or have successfully graduated form a Studienkolleg.
  • You are not eligible for a BAföG loan (Federal Training Assistance Act). If you fulfill the criteria for a BAföG loan you are not eligible for the scholarship even if you do not actually receive the funding.
  • Students from the courses Illustration, Communication or Textile Design cannot apply for the scholarship.
Application after the first study year: Applicants from the engineering* courses may apply when their grade is better than 2,9 when they have passed all exams or with a grade better than 2,5 if up to two subjects are missing. Applicants from the non-engineering courses need to have passed all exams so far. Their average grade must be “very good” or “good”.
Masters
Applicants must meet the following criteria in order to apply for the scholarship:
  • You are an international master student at the HAW Hamburg.
  • You have completed your school education abroad or have successfully graduated form a Studienkolleg.
  • You have completed your graduate program in Germany or abroad.
  • You are not eligible for a BAföG loan (Federal Training Assistance Act). If you fulfill the criteria for a BAföG loan you are not eligible for the scholarship even if you do not actually receive the funding.
  • Students from the courses Design, Public Health, Public Management, Social and Health Management as well as the further educational masters in Heide and Lüchow-Dannenberg cannot apply for the scholarship.
Application in the first semester: You have completed a your Bachelor’s degree in the semesters required and a „very good“ or „good“ grade according to the German grading system.
Number of Awardees: Several
Value of Scholarship: Up to 400 Euros/month (4 months per semester).
Duration of Scholarship: The scholarship is for one semester; an extension for a further two semesters is possible, if all the courses per semester are completed with a grade average of at least 2.5.
How to Apply: Please complete the application forms (Undergraduate or Masters) and submit it to the International Office of the HAW Hamburg. The scholarships are awarded by a commission of the HAW Hamburg.
It is important to go through the application requirements in the Scholarship Webpage(Link below) before applying.
Award Provider: Hamburg University of Applied Sciences

Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize ($1 million) for Outstanding Teachers 2017

Application Deadline: 8th October 2017
Eligible Countries: All
To be taken at (country): Dubai, UAE
Eligible Fields of Study: None. Candidates who strive to be good teachers are eligible for this fellowship.
About the Award: Dubbed the “Nobel Prize for teaching”, this $1 million award aims to put teaching excellence in the spotlight, where it belongs. Our goal is to give outstanding global educators a chance to show the world what they do, sharing inspiring stories and encouraging ever-more ambitious teaching practice and educational initiatives.
The Prize will be awarded under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister, Ruler of Dubai. Submissions may be made between 14th June 2017 and 8th October 2017. The winner will be announced during the Global Education and Skills Forum 2018. The selection process will be audited by PriceWaterhouseCoopers.
Type: Contests/Award
Eligibility: To be eligible, an Applicant must:
  • be at least eighteen (18) years old at time of entry;
  • teach or provide educational support to students between the ages of 5 and 18 in a compulsory setting;
  • not be prohibited from participating in the Contest or receiving the Prize under applicable law;
  • not have a criminal record;
  • not have conducted themselves (by act or omission) in such a way as to bring the teaching profession or VF, its affiliates, or their respective directors, officers, employees, agents, and subsidiaries (“VF Parties”) into disrepute (as may be determined at the sole discretion of VF);
  • not be a previous Prize winner; and
  • not be a previous Top 10 candidate
Selection Criteria: We’re looking for:
  • Appreciation from parents, students, colleagues, head teachers or the community. We want to see the people who matter speaking up for a teacher who has made a real impact in their lives.
  • Innovation in teaching practice. Whether that means embracing technology or doing something new and different. Whatever innovative approach is used, it should clearly help students achieve their learning outcomes.
  • Contribution to educational debates. From blogs and conferences, to social media campaigns and media participation, our Global Teacher should be giving voice to the educational issues which affect them and their community.
  • Encouragement for teachers, and non-teachers. We’re looking for an individual who supports educators and encourages others to enter the teaching profession, either actively or by setting a positive example.
  • Preparation of young people for success in an increasingly diverse and globalised world. Winning candidates should be working to turn students into open-minded, successful global citizens.
  • Development of innovative ideas and initiatives which improve access to quality education for children from all backgrounds.
  • Accomplishment which goes beyond the classroom, setting a precedent for a truly extraordinary approach to education which inspires both teachers and non-teachers all over the world.
Selection Process:
  • Once the application process has closed, applications will be scored and read by a panel of online judges who will select the Top 50 Finalists.
  • The first Committee of judges (“Prize Committee“) will meet in November 2017 to select the Top 10 Finalists.
  • The Global Teacher Prize Academy (the final panel of judges) will then select the winner, through a secure online voting system, subject to additional screening, background and reference checks.
  • The whole selection process will be monitored and audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers to ensure transparency.
Number of Awardees: Ten (10)
Value of Award: US$1,000,000
How to Apply: Apply in the Award Webpage (See Link below)
Award Provider: Varkey Foundation

African Union Kwame Nkrumah Regional Scientific Awards for Women 2018

Application Deadline:  31st October, 2017. For the National awards kindly contact National Academy of Science or National Research Councils.
Offered annually? Yes
To be taken at: Next Heads of States and Government Summit in January 2018.
Eligible Fields of Research: Prizes are awarded to top African scientists in each of the following two sectors (a) Life and Earth Science; and (b) Basic Science, Technology and Innovation.
About Award: The award is designed to promote the participation of women in science and technology across the continent. In addition, the award programme contributes to the promotion of Africa and regional development and integration through science, technology and innovation.
One award per each of the following scientific sector shall be given out at each level:
a) Life and Earth Sciences; and
b) Basic Science, Technology and Innovation
Additionally, the African Union Commission in collaboration with National Academy of Science will award the National Young Scientists Award of USD2,000 to outstanding young scientists.
This programme is implemented in three levels as below:
1. The Continental Award is open to all African scientists and is the highest level of the programme. It is implemented by the African Union Commission. The two successful winners of the award each receives the current prize of 100,000USD during the Heads of States and Government Summit in January 2017.
2. The Regional Award level is implemented in partnership with the Regional Economic Communities (RECs). It is aims at promoting the participation of African women in Science, Technology and innovation. The two winners per region receive a prize of 20,000USD each. For the applications, kindly contact the implementation RECs as outlined in the rules of procedure.
3. The National Young Scientists Award is implemented by Member States who have signed an Implementation Agreement with the AU Commission and its implementation partner TWAS. At the national level, the programme is implemented through National Academy of Science or National Research Councils. This award is intended for young scientists both men and women (Aged not more than forty (40) by 31 December of the year of organization of the Award). Two winners per country receive a prize of 2,000USD each for the 2017 edition.
Offered Since: 2008
Type: Contests/Award
Eligibility: The African Union Scientific Awards will be awarded to African scientists who have remarkable achievements applicable to the prevalent challenges in Africa.
Value of the Award: The value of the African Union Women Scientists Regional Award shall be US$20,000 (Twenty thousand US Dollars  conferred by the African Union Commission on two award winners.
Eligible Countries: 
  • Central African Region: Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Congo (DRC), Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Sao Tome & Principe.
  • Eastern Region: Comoros, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Rwanda, Seychelles, Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda.
  • Northern Region: Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Mauritania, Tunisia, SADR.
  • Southern Region: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
  • Western Region: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Cote d’Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone and Togo.
How can I get more information?
If you need more Information about this scholarship, kindly visit the Program Webpage
Sponsors: African Union Commission

Canon Collins Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in South Africa 2018

Application Deadline: 21st August 2017
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Accepted Subject Areas: For the next the Trust will be offering scholarships only to those studying in three areas:
  1. Justice, which includes Law, Economics, Politics and the Environment
  2. Education: policy and practice
  3. Humanities, which includes Literature, History, Anthropology and the Arts
Applications for courses that are not within these areas (for example MBAs, medical sciences, sports sciences, applied sciences) will be rejected.
About Scholarship: Canon Collins Trust Scholarships Programme aim to help build the human resources necessary for economic, social and cultural development in the southern African region and to develop an educated and skilled workforce that can benefit the wider community. Canon Collins Trust scholarship holders are thus expected to use the knowledge, training and skills acquired through their studies to contribute positively to the development of their home country.
Scholarships fall under several different schemes, with some administered in partnership with the British Foreign & Commonwealth Office and UK universities.
Over the past 30 years the Trust has supported over 3,000 inspirational individuals who are now making their contributions through governments, NGOs, business and universities.
By what Criteria is Selection Made? Applicants for all schemes within the 2016/18 UK Scholarship Programme will be assessed on the basis of the information that they supply on their application form in addition to the criteria outlined below:
  • Demonstrable leadership qualities
  • Demonstrated commitment
  • Quality and relevance of work experience, including work reference, and other skills
  • Financial Need and the potential to contribute to Southern Africa’s future prosperity
  • Academic record and academic reference
  • Relevance of proposed course
  • Intended career path
  • Likely future impact
  • Completion of form:
    • Demonstrate a high standard of English with no spelling and language errors
    • Answer all of the questions fully and with attention to detail
    • Provide all the necessary documentation and supporting documents.
Who is qualified to apply?
To apply for a scholarship under this programme you must:
  • Be a national of, or have refugee status, in one of the following countries: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
  • Be normally resident in southern Africa
  • Be in possession of a good first degree (minimum second class, upper division or equivalent) or about to graduate in the year of application
  • be studying or applying to study at a South African university
Number of Scholarship: Approximately 20-30 awards
What are the benefits? In 2017 most awards will be valued at R65,000 for each year of study at Masters and PhD level. In exceptional cases we may offer up to R100,000 per year. We support both full and part-time study and will consider applications from those who wish to study by distance learning.
We also organise an annual conference for current scholars, and hold several smaller events throughout the year. Scholarship holders are expected to participate in these activities and to become part of and contribute to our network.
How long will sponsorship last?: All scholarships are for postgraduate masters taught study for one academic year.
How can I Apply?
Applicants can access the application forms and guidelines on the webpage.
Sponsors: Canon Collins Trust

Visiola Foundation Coding Boot Camp for Young Females in Africa 2017

Application Timeline: Kindly register to take the Aptitude Test at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 8, 2017.
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Countries in Africa
To Be Taken At (Country): Abuja, Nigeria
About the Award: The Visiola Foundation’s Coding Boot Camp is an intensive five-week training program that will provide participants with a strong foundation upon which to build their careers as computer programmers and tech entrepreneurs. The boot camp will hold on July 17 – August 19, 2017. It will run from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily from Monday to Saturday. Participants will be taught the fundamentals of computer programming, including logic and reasoning, Data Structures, Algorithms, Full Stack Web Development, Python, Mobile App Development, and Graphic Design. They will work on individual assignments and group challenges to enhance their learning, critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving abilities. The aim of the boot camp is to encourage more girls to pursue technical careers by empowering them with vital knowledge to facilitate their success.
Type: Training
Eligibility: Candidates are expected to meet all of the eligibility criteria:
  1. Must be an African woman aged 17 – 30 years.
  2. Must have received her primary and secondary education in an African country (certificates to be verified).
  3. Must be available for the full duration of the boot camp.
  4. Must register and take the Aptitude Test on July 8, 2017.
Number of Awardees: Several
Value of Scholarship: The Coding Boot Camp for Girls will include instruction in:
  • Full Stack Web Development:
    • – HTML, CSS, JavaScript
    • – Front-End Web UI Frameworks & Tools
    • – Front-End JavaScript Frameworks: AngularJS
    • – Multiplatform Mobile App Development with Web Technologies
    • – Server-side Development with NodeJS
  • Graphic Design
  • Data Structures
  • Algorithms
  • Python
  • Mobile App Development
  • Presentation Skills
  • How to ace job interviews
  • And so much more!
Duration of Scholarship: The boot camp will hold on July 17 – August 19, 2017. It will run from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily from Monday to Saturday.
How to Apply: Register Now
Award Provider: Visiola Foundation
Important Notes: There is no participation fee but registration is required and all candidates must take the Aptitude Test. Participants must be available for the entire duration of the boot camp.

NED Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellowship for Developing Countries 2018

Application Deadline: 15th October, 2017.
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Citizens of any country may apply
To be taken at (country): Washington, D.C., USA
Eligible Fields of Study: Topics focusing on the political, social, economic, legal, or cultural aspects of democratic development
About the Award: The Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program offers five-month fellowships to practitioners to focus on strategies and best practices for developing democracy in their country of interest; and to scholars to conduct original research for publication. Projects may address the economic, political, social, legal, or cultural aspects of democratic development and include a range of methodologies and approaches.
The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is a private, nonprofit foundation dedicated to the growth and strengthening of democratic institutions around the world. Established in 1983 with funding from the U.S. Congress, the Endowment makes hundreds of grants each year to support pro-democracy groups in Africa, Asia, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East.
Named in honor of NED’s principal founders, former president Ronald Reagan and the late congressman Dante Fascell (D-Fl.), the Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program is a federally funded, international exchange program that offers practitioners, scholars, and journalists from around the world the opportunity to spend five months in residence at the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), in Washington, D.C., in order to undertake independent research on democracy in a particular country or region. Located within NED’s International Forum for Democratic Studies, the program provides a rich intellectual setting for educational exchange and professional development. While in residence, fellows reflect on their experiences; engage with counterparts; conduct research and writing; consider best practices and lessons learned; and develop professional relationships within a global network of democracy advocates.
Two different Tracks exist for participants: Practitioner Track and Scholarly Track
Type: Fellowship Programme
Eligibility: Proficiency in the English language. Eligibility differs according to the Track an interested candidate may belong:
1. Practitioner Track:
The Reagan-Fascell program was established with the primary purpose of supporting democracy activists, human rights advocates, journalists, and others who work on the frontlines of building democracy in emerging and aspiring democracies. The program provides practitioners with a needed break from their daily routine so that they may reflect on their work, exchange ideas and experiences with counterparts in the United States, and reevaluate techniques for building democracy in their country of origin.
Practitioner fellowships are typically five months in duration and culminate in a report, short article, op-ed, handbook, or another product, as well as a formal presentation of the fellow’s analysis and ideas.
Eligibility
Applicants interested in the practitioner track are expected to have substantial practical experience working to promote democracy or human rights in their country of origin or interest. There are no specific degree requirements for the practitioner track. A Ph.D., for instance, is not required of practitioner applicants. While there are also no age limits, applicants on the practitioner track are typically mid-career professionals with several years of professional experience in the field of democracy and human rights.
Examples of eligible candidates for the practitioner track include human rights advocates, lawyers, journalists, labor leaders, political party activists, diplomats, professional staff of civic or humanitarian organizations, and other civil society professionals from developing and aspiring democracies.
2. Scholarly Track
In recognition of the importance of intellectual contributions to the theory and practice of democracy, the Reagan-Fascell program offers a scholarly track for scholars, professors, and established writers. Applicants for this track may be scholars from emerging and aspiring democracies or accomplished scholars from the United States and other established democracies.
Fellowships on the scholarly track are typically five months in duration. Scholars make at least one public presentation of their work and complete a substantial piece of writing (typically an article or book) for publication.
Eligibility
Applicants interested in the scholarly track are expected to possess a doctorate (a Ph.D., or academic equivalent) at the time of application, to have a proven record of publications in their field, and to have developed a detailed research outline for their fellowship project.
Examples of eligible candidates for the scholarly track include college and university professors, researchers, journalists, and other writers from developing and aspiring democracies. Distinguished scholars from the United States or other established democracies are also eligible to apply. Occasionally, a professional who is planning to write a book or other scholarly publication may qualify to apply on the scholarly track.
Eligibility Requirement for all Applicants
  • Citizens of any country may apply
  • Proficiency in the English language
  • Topics focusing on the political, social, economic, legal, or cultural aspects of democratic development
  • Availability to be in residence at the International Forum for Democratic Studies in Washington, D.C., during the year for which candidates are applying for a fellowship
English Language Requirement: Under new visa regulations, exchange program sponsors are required to ascertain prospective J-1 exchange visitors’ proficiency in the English language prior to their arrival in the United States. In compliance with these regulations, fellowship finalists seeking J-1 visa sponsorship will be invited to participate in brief video interviews via Skype with Reagan-Fascell staff.
All application materials must be submitted in English. While fellows’ primary product may be in their native language, they should have a solid command of written and spoken English for general communication purposes.
Number of Awardees: Not specified
Value of Fellowship: Fully-funded
  • Research
  • Capacity Building
  • Impact
  • Exchange
Duration of Fellowship: Five (5) months.  Fall 2018 (October 1, 2018-February 28, 2019) and Spring 2019 (March 1-July 31, 2019)
How to Apply: There are five steps to the online application process:
Step 1: Applicant Information
Step 2: Project Proposal for the Practitioner Track or for the Scholarly Track
Step 3: Letters of Recommendation
Step 4: Resume/CV and Biography
Step 5: Certification
Award Provider: The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) Foundation
Important Notes: The Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program does not award scholarship funds, loans, or any other type of financial aid to university students, graduate students, or postdoctoral researchers. In addition, our fellowship program is not an educational or training program leading toward an academic degree.

Queen’s Young Leader Program (Fully-funded to the UK) 2018

Application Deadline: 21st August 2017
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: All Commonwealth Countries
To be taken at (country): UK
About the Award: This unique, life-changing Award is comprised of a tailored package of training and mentoring. Winners will also receive a one-week residential programme in the UK, during which they will receive their Award from Her Majesty The Queen. With this support, Award winners will be expected to continue and develop the amazing work they are already doing in their communities.
Offered Since: 2015
Type: Training
Eligibility: Each application/nomination must meet the following criteria:
  • Candidates need to have proven experience of working to improve their communities locally, regionally or at a national level and be able to show evidence of their achievements.
  • Candidates need to have proven experience of working to improve their communities locally, regionally or at a national level and be able to show evidence of their achievements.
  • Candidates must be aged between 18 and 29 throughout 2017; your date of birth must fall between 1st January 1988 – 1st January 1999;
  • Candidates must be citizens of and working in a Commonwealth country or citizens of an Overseas Territories (of a Commonwealth Member).
  • Candidates need to demonstrate evidence of their leadership qualities.
  • All candidates need to be supported by a suitable referee (a professional in one of the following occupations; a teacher or counsellor; a registered physician or nurse; a church or community leader; social worker or family services; or business leader). Referees must not be related to you.
  • Priority will be given to individuals who have overcome challenges to achieve their goals.
Selection Process: All applications/nominations will be considered based on the young person’s achievements to date as well as their potential and future ambition. Award winners will be shortlisted by an Advisory Panel made up of young people from across the Commonwealth and a Board of advisors representing the three partners. The shortlist for Award winners will then be presented to The Queen’s Young Leaders Programme Board, which contains members from all three partner organisations, for final selection and decision.
Number of Awardees: 60
Value of Programme: 
  1. Mentoring
    As a Queen’s Young Leader candidate will be allocated a mentor with relevant experience and expertise who will support them over the course of the year to continue and develop their work.
  2. Online learning
    Online learning will be provided with materials relevant to candidate’s area of interest, as well as serving as a place for them to meet and share experiences and knowledge with other Queen’s Young Leaders.
  3. One-week residential programme in the UK
    The Award winners will have the opportunity to meet with inspiring people and visit organisations in the UK that have expertise in areas such as media and communications, social action and advocacy. During this week, Awards will be presented by Her Majesty The Queen at Buckingham Palace.
Duration of Programme: One (1) week programme, One (1) year mentoring.
How to Apply: Candidates who are interested should apply here
Award Provider: The Queen’s Young Leaders Programme is a partnership between The Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust, Comic Relief and The Royal Commonwealth Society.