Deadline: November 30, 2025
Applications are open for the Design Without Borders (DwB) Africa Design Fellows Program 2025. Are you interested in creating transformational change by design? Learn how to use design as a tool for problem-solving by applying for the DwB Africa Fellowship today!
The fellowship will be conducted using project-based learning in addition to lectures on key design fundamentals facilitated by the highly skilled DwB designers and esteemed guest speakers. The 4-month curriculum will engage the fellows through real-life challenges with the aim to expose the participants to an array of design methods, tools and processes that aid the development of practical solutions. Participants will engage in all stages of the design process and deepen their understanding of people, objects, environments, and systems as critical to any design challenge.
At the end of the 4 months, there will be an opportunity for the most outstanding candidate(s) to be selected and hired to join the DwB design team!
At the end of the fellowship the participants can expect to:
- Gain valuable knowledge of the HCD approach and methods through hands-on practice and lectures from DwB staff.
- Learn and practice design communication skills, such as sketching, mock-up building, giga mapping, prototyping, etc.
- Become familiar with contextual challenges in local production and manufacturing.
- Engage in field research and learn how to facilitate constructive dialogue, workshops and collaboration with communities in co-design.
- Gain deeper knowledge of production methods and material usage.
- Gain experience in designing with people through immersive stakeholder engagement.
Benefits
- A weekly stipend to cater for meals and transport will be availed for the entire duration of the fellowship;
- Fellowship resource pack;
- Opportunity to be retained on the DwB design team at completion;
- A chance to play a key role in creating the change that transforms lives.
Eligibility
- Fellowship participants must have earned a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in the fields of Design, Architecture, Engineering, Public Health and Sociology.
- A high level of critical thinking, creativity, and great teamwork abilities.
- Should have the capability to attend the program in Kampala, Uganda.
Application
Note that applicants not living within Uganda are expected to cover their own travel and related costs to attend the fellowship in this country. All applicants should submit a CV, cover letter, and portfolio.
For more information, visit DwB Africa Design Fellow.
