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- Mandela Washington Fellowship
Mandela Washington Fellowship
The flagship programme of the Young African Leaders Initiative, equipping outstanding young Africans with the leadership skills, networks and resources to drive change in their communities.
The Mandela Washington Fellowship (MWF) is a U.S. exchange programme that empowers young African changemakers through leadership training, networking and practical experience.
Who can apply
Young Africans aged 25 to 35 who are passionate about change and active in their communities.
What the Fellowship covers
The Fellowship is fully funded. Flights, tuition, accommodation and health benefits are covered.
After the Fellowship
Fellows join a global network of alumni. Uganda has an active MWF alumni chapter under USEA, where fellows from every year collaborate and build community together.
MWF at a glance
- Run by
- U.S. Department of State
- Who it is for
- Young African leaders aged 25 to 35 who are active in their communities.
- Length
- Six-week leadership institute at a U.S. university
Alumni of this programme
Join the Mandela Washington Fellowship alumni in Uganda through USEA.
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