Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Young Leaders Forum (YLF) 2025

The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Young Leaders Forum (YLF) is an eight-module programme designed to develop political, social, and economic knowledge and advocacy skills among young people to promote social justice and good governance in Uganda. The training comprises policy- or issue-based modules, lectures, workshops and participatory interactions led by external experts. The programme is fully funded by FES and targets politically interested and active youth in Uganda.

Fully funded training comprising eight modules with lectures, workshops and interactions with external experts; development of political, social and economic knowledge and advocacy skills.

Ugandan citizenship or proof of residency for non-citizens; age 18-30; minimum A-level education; demonstrated commitment to public affairs, community involvement or advocacy.

Submit CV with three referees, academic transcripts, and a motivation letter; apply via email to fes.uganda@fes.de and Tomson.Mwijukye@fes.de (as one PDF) or send applications in an envelope to the Uganda address provided.