UNFPA Special Youth Programme Grants

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This programme is designed to give young people from developing countries opportunities to engage in policy development and programming; to help build the capacity of young people; and to sensitize both the young people and UNFPA staff on partnering to address adolescent and youth issues.

Grants/Financial Support

All selected candidates will be provided:

Cost of return travel from country of origin

Assistance with travel documents and visa requirements

Health insurance

Housing arrangements

Subsistence allowance (for meals and other basic needs)

A workstation and internet access

Opportunities to be mentored by UNFPA staff on issues of interest

Administrative assistance as required

Candidates should:

be between 20-24 years old during the fellowship

be residents and nationals of a developing country (Applicants from developed countries will not be considered for this programme, but are invited to apply for UNFPA's regular internship programme)

have established interest and dedication to development issues through previous experiences or affiliation with a youth network or NGO working on development issues

have basic leadership and advocacy skills

have basic understanding of issues of importance to UNFPA and what the organization stands for

have English language skills (written and oral)

have a commitment to return to home country to undertake follow up work with young people

For more information and application: awasthi[at]unfpa.org & website: UNFPA Special Youth Programme Grants

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