The Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (Fes) Young Leaders Training Program for 2025
Sandra Quarshie 
The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) is pleased to announce its Young Leaders Training Program for 2025. This prestigious program aims to identify, support, and empower young male and female talents who are committed to promoting social democracy, political pluralism and social justice. This next cohort is opened to Africans residing in Cameroon.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The FES fellowship is a comprehensive 8 month program with sessions held on Thursdays—Fridays within each month for the duration of the fellowship.
During the fellowship, 25 selected participants will address issues relating to political leadership, communication and operational management in person or via zoom sessions.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be considered for this fellowship, applicants:
- Must be between the ages of 18-35
- Must be residing in Cameroon
- Must hold a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent
- Must be fluent in English
- Must be politically active
- Must be involved in a project/initiative or active in a civil society.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications consisting of a two-page cover letter and a detailed CV( 2 pages max) in PDF format should be sent by email before December 15, 2024 at 4 p.m to the following address: youngleaders(at)fes-Kamerun.org.
Your covet letter should answer these questions:
- Why are you applying for this program?
- How will your involvement in the program fuel your commitment to transforming your community?
- What and how do you intend to contribute to the young leaders program?
SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates will be selected based on the following:
- Leadership Potential
- Commitment to social justice and social democracy
- Academic and professional achievements l.
FELLOWSHIP BENEFITS
- Enhanced leadership and management skills
- Increased knowledge of political and social issues
- Networking opportunity with international experts and Alumni
- Support for project development and implementation.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Deadline for submitting all applications is December 15, 2024.
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YOUNG LEADERS TRAINING PROGRAM
