Study in Spain: Apply for the 2018 Laureate Global Fellowship for Young Leaders

When is the application deadline?

6th March 2018

Which countries are eligible for the scholarship?

Global

To be Taken at (Country)

Spain

What is the award about?

Each year, YouthActionNet selects 20 young social entrepreneurs to participate in the Laureate Global Fellowship through a unique partnership between Laureate International Universities and the International Youth Foundation. Laureate Global Fellows are distinguished by their track records for success in achieving positive change in their communities, by their innovative approaches, and their ability to mobilize their peers and community members in support of their social change visions.

Fellows develop leadership expertise and deepen their impact through a dynamic, yearlong learning experience, and join a network of nearly 1500 changemakers like them who continue to benefit from learning opportunities and connections throughout their social change careers.

What is the category of this opportunity?

Fellowship

How do I know if I’m eligible for the scholarship?

Applicants must be:

• 18 – 29 years old as of December 31, 2018
• Founders or co-founders of existing ventures with at least one year of impact*
• Fluent in English (applications must be completed in English)

*Applicants must be founder or co-founder of a venture that has not previously participated in the Laureate Global Fellowship, and only one co-founder per venture may apply.

How many scholarship awards are available?

20

Value of Fellowship

• Through the Fellowship, they receive: training and peer-to-peer learning opportunities at a week-long workshop; recognition for their efforts at an annual awards ceremony; and a robust package of yearlong support, including virtual learning, personalized coaching, and access to global advocacy and funding opportunities.
• Costs including airfair, visa fees, ground transportation, accomodations, and group meals are covered by the International Youth Foundation

Duration of Fellowship

8-10 days

How to Apply for the Programme

• Please apply through YouthActionNet’s 2018 Laureate Global Fellowship Online Application. Before applying, be sure to read the full Terms & Conditions.
• While online applications are preferred, there is a Microsoft Word version of the application for those who require it due to limited internet bandwidth. Click here to access the Word application.
• In order to provide our applicants with the opportunity to clearly and thoroughly explain their ventures and personal journey, this application consists of seven core sections, which must be completed in order for an application to be reviewed. There is one additional section which is encouraged but not mandatory.

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