Apply for Amahoro Coalition Fellowship (Africa)

Deadline: 4 May 2025

Want to meet the innovators leading the charge? The Amahoro Coalition Fellowship is back for its third cohort, offering exceptional individuals with lived experience as Forcibly Displaced Persons (FDPs) the opportunity to become the world’s next transformative leaders.

Over the next 12 months, Fellows will gain the skills, resources, and networks to turn their bold ideas into global impact. This is more than just a program. It’s a movement. Fellows will join a dynamic network of change-makers, proving that displacement is not a setback but a springboard to innovation.

Together, they will collaborate, create, and drive real-world solutions that disrupt and transform systems. The Amahoro Fellowship is the only program in Africa making major investments in refugee-led enterprises.

Benefits

Gain access to mentorship and professional coaching.
Expand their networks and receive industry connections.
Develop leadership and thought leadership skills.
Access technical assistance and business development support.
Industry mentorship and private sector connections.
Group and individual coaching tailored to fellows’ needs.
Technical assistance for enterprise and leadership development.

Funding Information

Receive funding opportunities (up to $155,000 for select fellows).
The fellowship lasts 12 months (August 2024 – September 2025), requiring a 10–15 hour weekly commitment.

Expectations of Fellows

Actively participate in virtual workshops and activities.
Engage with mentors and networking opportunities.
Drive impact through entrepreneurship or social change efforts.
Commit to the full duration of the program.
Become an ambassador of the program by sharing learnings and experiences on social media.

Eligibility Criteria

Between the age of 18 and 35 years at the time of application
Individuals who have lived experience as forcibly displaced persons
Applicants must own or occupy a leadership position in a business or social impact initiative. Individuals using their voices and platforms for positive change will also be considered.
Applicants must commit to refugee economic inclusion through entrepreneurship, innovation, advocacy, or community-led social change.
Applicants must have demonstrated 1 to 2 years progress in entrepreneurship, innovation, or social change. Evidence may include business registration, revenue generation, partnerships, media features, impact reports, awards, or testimonials.
Applicants must demonstrate resilience, creativity, and a solution-oriented mindset in tackling refugee-related challenges.
Be comfortable speaking and writing in English.
Able to dedicate 12 months from August 2025 to September 2026, committing between 10 to 15 hours per week of hands-on virtual workshops and activities.
Must have basic skills in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or mobile- friendly digital tools.

Application Requirements