The Youth 4 Policy (Y4P) Innovation Fellowship is designed to nurture young and emerging policymakers keen on transforming Uganda’s startup ecosystem. We’re seeking highly passionate and qualified individuals to conduct in-depth research and produce valuable, high- quality policy papers that will scale and support the emergence of Uganda’s nascent startup sector.
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Youth 4 Policy (Y4P) Innovation Fellowship
Aim and Benefits of Youth 4 Policy (Y4P) Innovation Fellowship
Professional Development
Gain in-depth knowledge and skills in policy writing and innovation.
High Value Network
Connect with key stakeholders, mentors, and peers in the Ugandan innovation ecosystem.
Stipend
Receive financial support to focus on your research and participation.
Requirements for Youth 4 Policy (Y4P) Innovation Fellowship Qualification
Must be residents in Uganda (nationality not required)
Demonstrated interest in policy and innovation.
Suitable candidates may come from; Entrepreneurship, law, journalism, policy, technology, economics, engineering, business
Graduation Criteria
To graduate, fellows must;
Attend atleast 80% of the module days
Participate in at least 8 out of 12 mentorship sessions
Submit a final policy paper approved by KAS
Interview date, Process and Venue for Youth 4 Policy (Y4P) Innovation Fellowship
Program Structure
Duration: 5 Months
Modules and Workshops: Structured training and interactive sessions
Mentorship: Bi-weekly check-ins with experienced mentors
Deliverables: Research and submission of a high-quality policy paper
Application Deadline
June 19, 2024
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to StartHub Africa on airtable.com to apply
For more details, visit StartHub Africa website.
