AUC-UNDP African Young Women Leaders Fellowship Programme 2025

The AfYWL Fellowship Programme is a 12-month fellowship hosted by UNDP, based at its Headquarters in New York or at regional/country offices. It aims to develop young African women leaders in areas related to SDGs, Agenda 2063, youth empowerment, gender equality, and development management, with assignments under UNDP’s six strategic impact areas in Africa. Fellows receive a monthly stipend, learning budget, and travel/medical insurance for the fellow.

Monthly stipend, paid leave, earmarked learning budget, travel and medical insurance for the fellow.

Open to African women who have completed a Master’s degree or equivalent and are up to 30 years old at the date of application.

Submit an application for the AfYWL Fellowship through the official portal.