I AM Fellowship 2027: Call for Applications for Young African Women

<div class="flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1" dir="auto" tabindex="0" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="3bf41a8a-337f-4aa5-98eb-972b281b655b" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-6" data-turn-start-message="true"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden"> <div class="fbskMG_root markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling"> <p class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-start="76" data-end="536"><strong data-start="76" data-end="92">Key Summary:</strong> The <strong data-start="97" data-end="126">I AM NALA Fellowship 2027</strong> is inviting applications from <strong data-start="157" data-end="271">young African women aged 18–40 who are refugees, internally displaced, stateless, or displaced in the diaspora</strong> and are aspiring or current political leaders. The <strong data-start="323" data-end="384">fully supported fellowship runs from January to July 2027</strong>, with capacity-building, mentorship, technical support, solidarity, networking and leadership opportunities. <strong data-start="494" data-end="536">Application deadline: 31 October 2026.</strong></p> <h2 data-section-id="105w5zw" data-start="538" data-end="566">I AM NALA Fellowship 2027</h2> <p data-start="568" data-end="894"><span class="contents" data-content-reference-start="568" data-content-reference-end="656"><span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Nalafem</span></span></span> has opened applications for the <strong data-start="638" data-end="677">I AM NALA Fellowship Programme 2027</strong>, a leadership initiative designed to support young African women affected by displacement and insecurity who are playing or seeking to play meaningful roles in political leadership, peacebuilding and decision-making.</p> <p data-start="896" data-end="1073">The fellowship will run from <strong data-start="925" data-end="954">January 2027 to July 2027</strong> and will engage <strong data-start="971" data-end="1072">20 young women political leaders from across Africa, including displaced Africans in the diaspora</strong>.</p> <p data-start="1075" data-end="1212">The programme is particularly focused on women who have been displaced because of <strong data-start="1157" data-end="1211">political or climate-related crises and insecurity</strong>.</p> <blockquote data-start="1214" data-end="1336"> <p data-start="1216" data-end="1336"><strong data-start="1216" data-end="1230">Important:</strong> Applicants who are <strong data-start="1250" data-end="1336">not refugees, internally displaced, displaced or stateless will not be considered.</strong></p> </blockquote> <h2 data-section-id="7iwcmm" data-start="1338" data-end="1384">Who Can Apply for the I AM NALA Fellowship?</h2> <p data-start="1386" data-end="1557">The fellowship is looking for <strong data-start="1416" data-end="1450">young African women aged 18–40</strong> who demonstrate leadership and engagement in political, social justice, peacebuilding or advocacy efforts.</p> <p data-start="1559" data-end="1582">Applicants may include:</p> <ul data-start="1584" data-end="1965"> <li data-section-id="u8ypz2" data-start="1584" data-end="1628">Leaders of a <strong data-start="1599" data-end="1628">campaign or women&#8217;s group</strong></li> <li data-section-id="1dcy5xx" data-start="1629" data-end="1711">Members of an existing <strong data-start="1654" data-end="1682">consortium or collective</strong> focused on alliance building</li> <li data-section-id="8yt52j" data-start="1712" data-end="1769">Young women involved in <strong data-start="1738" data-end="1769">cross-conflict negotiations</strong></li> <li data-section-id="1rdaelp" data-start="1770" data-end="1837">Young women <strong data-start="1784" data-end="1837">politicians currently serving in political office</strong></li> <li data-section-id="13a2gvj" data-start="1838" data-end="1965">Aspiring or current political leaders working on issues aligned with the <strong data-start="1913" data-end="1965">Africa Young Women Beijing +25 Manifesto demands. We are looking for political leaders in one or more of the Africa Young Women <a href="https://nalafem.org/manifesto/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>Beijing +25 Manifesto</b></a> demands and who embrace <b><a href="https://nalafem.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Nalafem-5-years-Strategy-final-.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nalafem Values</a></b></strong></li> </ul> <p data-start="1967" data-end="2072">Applicants should also demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to <strong data-start="2040" data-end="2060">Nalafem&#8217;s values</strong>, including:</p> <ul data-start="2074" data-end="2179"> <li data-section-id="ssmuoy" data-start="2074" data-end="2090"><strong data-start="2076" data-end="2090">Solidarity</strong></li> <li data-section-id="1ngb11g" data-start="2091" data-end="2111"><strong data-start="2093" data-end="2111">Social Justice</strong></li> <li data-section-id="bpkufc" data-start="2112" data-end="2125"><strong data-start="2114" data-end="2125">Dignity</strong></li> <li data-section-id="1d351sd" data-start="2126" data-end="2138"><strong data-start="2128" data-end="2138">Equity</strong></li> <li data-section-id="1wqo1a6" data-start="2139" data-end="2179"><strong data-start="2141" data-end="2179">Decolonial Feminist Pan-Africanism</strong></li> </ul> <h2 data-section-id="12xb7lh" data-start="2181" data-end="2215">What Does the Fellowship Offer?</h2> <p data-start="2217" data-end="2397">The <strong data-start="2221" data-end="2245">I AM NALA Fellowship</strong> is designed to strengthen the leadership capacity of displaced and stateless African women who can contribute to political and peacebuilding processes.</p> <p data-start="2399" data-end="2430">Fellows will receive access to:</p> <ul data-start="2432" data-end="2797"> <li data-section-id="vllwb4" data-start="2432" data-end="2477"><strong data-start="2434" data-end="2477">Capacity-building and technical support</strong></li> <li data-section-id="egrbpz" data-start="2478" data-end="2531"><strong data-start="2480" data-end="2531">Mentorship from experienced leaders and experts</strong></li> <li data-section-id="1ahbojm" data-start="2532" data-end="2560"><strong data-start="2534" data-end="2560">Leadership development</strong></li> <li data-section-id="dseso8" data-start="2561" data-end="2606"><strong data-start="2563" data-end="2606">Solidarity and networking opportunities</strong></li> <li data-section-id="1r4s8z2" data-start="2607" data-end="2632"><strong data-start="2609" data-end="2632">Access to resources</strong></li> <li data-section-id="vq2jpj" data-start="2633" data-end="2665">Training and <strong data-start="2648" data-end="2665">masterclasses</strong></li> <li data-section-id="1pgsn2e" data-start="2666" data-end="2759">Opportunities to participate in dialogues with senior leaders and experienced practitioners</li> <li data-section-id="1nrvpl" data-start="2760" data-end="2797">Potential <strong data-start="2772" data-end="2797">in-person engagements</strong></li> </ul> <p data-start="2799" data-end="2982">The fellowship will include <strong data-start="2827" data-end="2857">bi-monthly online sessions</strong>, providing fellows with opportunities to learn alongside mentors and experts from a range of institutions and organisations.</p> <h2 data-section-id="wscv9n" data-start="2984" data-end="3013">Who Is the Fellowship For?</h2> <p data-start="3015" data-end="3190">The programme is specifically intended for <strong data-start="3058" data-end="3136">refugee, internally displaced, displaced and stateless young African women</strong>, including displaced Africans living in the diaspora.</p> <p data-start="3192" data-end="3259">The fellowship seeks women who have the potential to contribute to:</p> <ul data-start="3261" data-end="3436"> <li data-section-id="12ef0ep" data-start="3261" data-end="3285">Political negotiations</li> <li data-section-id="1pem30y" data-start="3286" data-end="3303">Decision-making</li> <li data-section-id="1khhg61" data-start="3304" data-end="3328">Democratic transitions</li> <li data-section-id="oryq33" data-start="3329" data-end="3345">Reconciliation</li> <li data-section-id="sli80c" data-start="3346" data-end="3361">Peacebuilding</li> <li data-section-id="18ooeig" data-start="3362" data-end="3384">Political leadership</li> <li data-section-id="af1dqj" data-start="3385" data-end="3414">Advocacy and social justice</li> <li data-section-id="rto2sw" data-start="3415" data-end="3436">Conflict resolution</li> </ul> <p data-start="3438" data-end="3668">The programme therefore provides an opportunity for young women whose experiences of displacement have shaped their leadership and who are positioned to contribute to positive change in their countries of origin or host countries.</p> <h2 data-section-id="ao40mu" data-start="3670" data-end="3707">I AM NALA Fellowship 2027 Deadline</h2> <p data-start="3709" data-end="3737">The application deadline is:</p> <p data-start="3739" data-end="3761"><strong data-start="3739" data-end="3761">📅 31 October 2026</strong></p> <p data-start="3763" data-end="3841">Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, with notifications expected by:</p> <p data-start="3843" data-end="3865"><strong data-start="3843" data-end="3865">📅 6 November 2026</strong></p> <p data-start="3867" data-end="3921">The fellowship itself is scheduled to take place from:</p> <p data-start="3923" data-end="3954"><strong data-start="3923" data-end="3954">📅 January 2027 – July 2027</strong></p> <h2 data-section-id="13dq7ve" data-start="3956" data-end="3971">How to Apply</h2> <p data-start="3973" data-end="4082">Interested applicants should complete the <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7cdN9YiLa9HpHQ5eGkh6HgpVexDvWGELZB59i4PfmaOMwMw/viewform" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong data-start="4015" data-end="4061">full I AM NALA Fellowship application form</strong></a> before the deadline.</p> <p data-start="4265" data-end="4310"><strong data-start="4265" data-end="4293">📧 Fellowship enquiries:</strong> <a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="4294" data-end="4310">reem@nalafem.org</a></p> <h3 data-section-id="125pjil" data-start="4312" data-end="4355">I AM NALA Fellowship 2027 — Quick Facts</h3> <div class="group TyagGW_tableContainer"> <div class="TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit" tabindex="-1"> <table class="w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)" data-start="4357" data-end="4936"> <thead data-start="4357" data-end="4390"> <tr data-start="4357" data-end="4390"> <th class="last:pe-10" data-start="4357" data-end="4371" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4359" data-end="4370">Details</strong></th> <th class="last:pe-10" data-start="4371" data-end="4390" data-col-size="md"><strong data-start="4373" data-end="4388">Information</strong></th> </tr> </thead> <tbody data-start="4401" data-end="4936"> <tr data-start="4401" data-end="4441"> <td data-start="4401" data-end="4417" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4403" data-end="4416">Programme</strong></td> <td data-start="4417" data-end="4441" data-col-size="md">I AM NALA Fellowship</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4442" data-end="4469"> <td data-start="4442" data-end="4458" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4444" data-end="4457">Organiser</strong></td> <td data-col-size="md" data-start="4458" data-end="4469">Nalafem</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4470" data-end="4512"> <td data-start="4470" data-end="4489" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4472" data-end="4488">Target group</strong></td> <td data-start="4489" data-end="4512" data-col-size="md">Young African women</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4513" data-end="4538"> <td data-start="4513" data-end="4523" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4515" data-end="4522">Age</strong></td> <td data-start="4523" data-end="4538" data-col-size="md">18–40 years</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4539" data-end="4605"> <td data-start="4539" data-end="4557" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4541" data-end="4556">Eligibility</strong></td> <td data-col-size="md" data-start="4557" data-end="4605">Refugees, IDPs, displaced or stateless women</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4606" data-end="4655"> <td data-start="4606" data-end="4619" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4608" data-end="4618">Cohort</strong></td> <td data-start="4619" data-end="4655" data-col-size="md">20 young women political leaders</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4656" data-end="4700"> <td data-start="4656" data-end="4679" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4658" data-end="4678">Programme period</strong></td> <td data-col-size="md" data-start="4679" data-end="4700">January–July 2027</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4701" data-end="4762"> <td data-start="4701" data-end="4714" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4703" data-end="4713">Format</strong></td> <td data-start="4714" data-end="4762" data-col-size="md">Online, with potential in-person engagements</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4763" data-end="4801"> <td data-start="4763" data-end="4778" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4765" data-end="4777">Deadline</strong></td> <td data-col-size="md" data-start="4778" data-end="4801"><strong data-start="4780" data-end="4799">31 October 2026</strong></td> </tr> <tr data-start="4802" data-end="4850"> <td data-start="4802" data-end="4831" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4804" data-end="4830">Shortlist notification</strong></td> <td data-col-size="md" data-start="4831" data-end="4850">6 November 2026</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4851" data-end="4936"> <td data-start="4851" data-end="4863" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4853" data-end="4862">Focus</strong></td> <td data-col-size="md" data-start="4863" data-end="4936">Political leadership, peacebuilding, negotiations and decision-making</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </div> <h3 data-section-id="ul2pwc" data-start="4938" data-end="4968">Frequently Asked Questions</h3> <p data-start="4970" data-end="5222"><strong data-start="4970" data-end="5019">Who is eligible for the I AM NALA Fellowship?</strong><br data-start="5019" data-end="5022" />Young African women aged 18–40 who are <strong data-start="5061" data-end="5119">refugees, internally displaced, displaced or stateless</strong> and demonstrate leadership or engagement in political, advocacy, peacebuilding or related initiatives.</p> <p data-start="5224" data-end="5422"><strong data-start="5224" data-end="5275">Can I apply if I am not displaced or stateless?</strong><br data-start="5275" data-end="5278" />No. The organisers explicitly state that applications from people who are not refugees, IDPs, displaced or stateless <strong data-start="5395" data-end="5421">will not be considered</strong>.</p> <p data-start="5424" data-end="5534"><strong data-start="5424" data-end="5469">When does the 2027 fellowship take place?</strong><br data-start="5469" data-end="5472" />The fellowship is scheduled for <strong data-start="5504" data-end="5533">January 2027 to July 2027</strong>.</p> <p data-start="5536" data-end="5696"><strong data-start="5536" data-end="5572">How many women will participate?</strong><br data-start="5572" data-end="5575" />The programme will engage <strong data-start="5601" data-end="5637">20 young women political leaders</strong> from Africa, including displaced Africans in the diaspora.</p> <p data-start="5698" data-end="5792"><strong data-start="5698" data-end="5735">What is the application deadline?</strong><br data-start="5735" data-end="5738" />Applications must be submitted by <strong data-start="5772" data-end="5791">31 October 2026</strong>.</p> <p data-start="5794" data-end="5943"><strong data-start="5794" data-end="5843">When will shortlisted applicants be notified?</strong><br data-start="5843" data-end="5846" />Only shortlisted candidates will be notified, with notifications expected by <strong data-start="5923" data-end="5942">6 November 2026</strong>.</p> <p data-start="5945" data-end="6028" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><strong data-start="5945" data-end="5981">Who can I contact for questions?</strong><br data-start="5981" data-end="5984" />For enquiries, contact <strong data-start="6007" data-end="6027"><a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="6009" data-end="6025">reem@nalafem.org</a></strong>.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start"></div> <div class="pointer-events-none -mb-px h-px w-full opacity-0" aria-hidden="true"><strong>For further information, applicants can visit</strong> <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7cdN9YiLa9HpHQ5eGkh6HgpVexDvWGELZB59i4PfmaOMwMw/viewform" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7cdN9YiLa9HpHQ5eGkh6HgpVexDvWGELZB59i4PfmaOMwMw/viewform</a> .</div> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" 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