Deadline: March 20, 2026
Applications are open for the MILEAD Fellows Program for Young African Women Leaders 2026. For over a decade, MILEAD Fellows have been catalysts for transformative change, breaking barriers, implementing life-changing initiatives, and challenging systems that discriminate against women and girls. Their program is crafted to identify, nurture, and elevate the next generation of African female leaders, equipping them with the skills and support needed to thrive in leadership roles across Africa.
The MILEAD Program offers fellows world-class knowledge, skills, values, and support systems crucial for success as 21st-century women leaders. The program will be granted to 25 outstanding young women who have demonstrated leadership potential in their community, organization, or profession.
The program features a three-week residential Summer Institute in Ghana and a community change project. Selected candidates may be full-time students or professionals during the program, except during the 3-week summer institute.
Eligibility
- Open to passionate emerging African woman leader ready to create a positive impact.
- Be aged 19-25 and interested in honing transformational leadership skills to tackle issues facing women and girls in African communities.
Application
Complete application forms, along with a CV and two recommendation letters, must be submitted via email.
Download the application pack and recommendation form
For more information, visit MILEAD Fellows Program.
