MCW Global Young Leaders Fellowship 2024
The MCW Global Young Leaders Fellowship Program offers a unique leadership opportunity for young individuals aged 18-26 from around the world.
It empowers them to tackle community projects in the realms of education, health, and economic security.
This year-long program equips young people with the skills and mindset required to become effective change-makers in their communities, fostering leadership development, global citizenship, self-awareness, and vision planning.
About MCW Global
MCW Global, a non-profit organization, envisions a world where communities achieve higher levels of education, improved health, and increased economic security.
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in New York, it also has affiliate organizations in Africa (Rwanda, Tanzania, and Zambia).
MCW Global offers the Young Leaders Program and an Africa Program focused on Oral Health Care and Community Development.
Benefits of MCW Global Young Leaders Fellowship
Participants can expect a range of benefits, including:
- International Economy Flights for international participants
- Domestic Economy flights for United States participants
- Housing from the evening of July 8 to July 18, 2024
- Three meals per day from July 9 to July 18, 2024
- Round Trip Travel from New York, New York to Burlington, Vermont
- Public Transportation to/from JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark Airports
Requirements for MCW Global Young Leaders Fellowship Qualification
Young Leaders must meet the following criteria:
- Demonstrate commitment to their community
- Identify a community issue in the areas of education, health, or economic security
- Be between the ages of 18-26 at the start of the program (June 1, 2024)
- Be fluent in written and spoken English
- Commit to the Community Needs Assessment in June, attend the 10-day in-person program in July, and dedicate the following year to executing their community project
- Have access to email and the internet for consistent communication with the MCW Global Team and Young Leaders Fellowship alumni-mentor throughout the year-long program
- Adhere to Young Leaders Fellowship graduation guidelines (provided upon acceptance)
- Be eligible for appropriate visa and travel documentation
- Submit a completed application by Sunday, November 12, 2023, 11:59 PM (NYC EST time)
Application Deadline
The application deadline is November 12, 2023.
How to Apply for MCW Global Young Leaders Fellowship
To apply, visit the [MCW Global application portal] (https://mcwylap.herokuapp.com). Please note that the application must be filled out in English, including letters of recommendation and resumes.
Letters of recommendation should come from individuals familiar with your work ethic and commitment to your community.
Friends and family members are discouraged from writing these letters.
The application includes the following sections:
- General Information
- Essay Questions
- Resume (not exceeding 1 page)
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Liability Waiver
For additional details, explore the [MCW Global website](https://mcwglobal.org) and embark on your journey to becoming a young leader for positive change in your community.
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