UNFPA Special Youth Programme Grants

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@unfpa.org  & website: UNFPA Special Youth Programme Grants