Rise Up Together Leadership & Advocacy Program in Kenya 2026

Applications are open for the Rise Up Together Leadership & Advocacy Program in Kenya 2026. Global nonprofit Rise Up Together will select a group of 25 local civil society leaders from Kenya to participate in the Leadership and Advocacy Accelerator training program to advance gender equity and justice from November 2-7, 2026. The 2026 Kenya cohort will focus on advancing gender equity in education and supporting local leaders working to improve educational opportunities and outcomes in their communities.

Participation in the Leadership and Advocacy Accelerator training; potential eligibility for competitive seed funding to launch advocacy strategies; full coverage of participation costs.

Civil Society leaders who are at least 18 years of age at the time of the training in November 2026; currently works in Kajiado, Narok, Machakos, Makueni, Kiambu, and/or Nairobi Counties; committed to promoting gender equity in health, education, economic opportunity, and climate solutions; represents or works with marginalized groups; English proficiency; currently works at a non-profit, civil society, media, or government organization with some level of decision-making power; has organizational leadership support to participate; eligible organizations must be registered in-country to receive international funds.

Visit the provided apply link to access the application form.