Deadline: 17 June 2024
The Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) program is an early to mid-career development program for Nigerian-based young professionals across sectors to empower youth in Nigeria to promote civil liberties, good governance, public health, education, and entrepreneurship.
The Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative, CYFI, is a dynamic youth-based initiative launched by the U.S. Consulate General, Lagos. CYFI brings together Nigerian youth of exceptional vision, skills, and experience to design and implement projects that will have a positive impact on Nigerian society. The inspiration for CYFI, former Ambassador to Nigeria, Walter Carrington, was a champion of civil liberties, democracy, and closer ties between the U.S. and Nigeria. CYFI fellows are committed to putting the ideals of Walter Carrington into practice.
The Carrington Fellowship program is a community-based one-year-long professional development program for entry to mid-level professionals. Fellows develop core leadership, communication, and programs management skills, improve their network, and get mentored. This year, they welcome passionate young individuals from every corner of the 36 states in Nigeria to have a wider spread and impact.
Eligibility Criteria
- Are between the ages of 18 and 30 on or before the application deadline;
- Are Nigerians who live in any of the 36 States;
- Are proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English;
- Are not alumni of the Carrington Fellowship.
- Are available to participate in the one-year-long program both virtual and physical boot camp.
For more information, visit CYFI.
