Youth NTDs Fellowship Cohort 2 2026: 12-Week Hybrid Fellowship for Young Leaders in Tanzania and Kenya

<p dir="auto" data-start="106" data-end="372">The <strong data-start="110" data-end="144">Youth NTDs Fellowship Cohort 2</strong> is now inviting applications from young people aged <strong data-start="197" data-end="209">18 to 35</strong> who are interested in or have experience in <strong data-start="254" data-end="371">neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), One Health, community engagement, advocacy, health systems, and related areas</strong>.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="374" data-end="677">Organized by <strong data-start="387" data-end="425">One Health Society (OHS), Tanzania</strong>, in partnership with the <strong data-start="451" data-end="505">Global Alliance for NTDs Elimination (GANE), Kenya</strong>, the 12-week hybrid fellowship is designed to equip young leaders with practical knowledge, skills, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to NTD elimination efforts.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="679" data-end="948">The fellowship brings together young people who are interested in addressing NTD-related challenges and strengthening community and health-system responses. Participants will receive guidance from expert mentors and work collaboratively on team-based capstone projects.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="950" data-end="993"><strong data-start="950" data-end="993">Application Deadline: 25 September 2026</strong></p> <h2 dir="auto" data-section-id="fio091" data-start="1000" data-end="1043">About the Youth NTDs Fellowship Cohort 2</h2> <p dir="auto" data-start="1045" data-end="1251">The Youth NTDs Fellowship is a <strong data-start="1076" data-end="1137">12-week hybrid leadership and capacity-building programme</strong> focused on preparing young people to contribute meaningfully to efforts to eliminate neglected tropical diseases.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="1253" data-end="1388">The programme combines learning, mentorship, practical skill development, community-focused approaches, and collaborative project work.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="1390" data-end="1518">For Cohort 2, participants will have the opportunity to develop practical skills across several interconnected areas, including:</p> <ul data-start="1520" data-end="1636"> <li data-section-id="1u1jh00" data-start="1520" data-end="1532">One Health</li> <li data-section-id="1165a75" data-start="1533" data-end="1550">NTD elimination</li> <li data-section-id="83o33a" data-start="1551" data-end="1573">Community engagement</li> <li data-section-id="pn3aek" data-start="1574" data-end="1584">Advocacy</li> <li data-section-id="1p6wjzw" data-start="1585" data-end="1613">Health systems integration</li> <li data-section-id="11slcw2" data-start="1614" data-end="1636">Solution development</li> </ul> <p dir="auto" data-start="1638" data-end="1838">Rather than focusing only on theoretical knowledge, the fellowship is structured to support young people in developing practical skills that can be applied to real-world NTD and One Health challenges.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="1840" data-end="2007">The programme also provides participants with access to <strong data-start="1896" data-end="1914">expert mentors</strong> and opportunities to work with other young leaders through <strong data-start="1974" data-end="2006">team-based capstone projects</strong>.</p> <h2 dir="auto" data-section-id="1sbe2gk" data-start="2014" data-end="2054">What Are Neglected Tropical Diseases?</h2> <p dir="auto" data-start="2056" data-end="2298">Neglected tropical diseases, commonly referred to as <strong data-start="2109" data-end="2117">NTDs</strong>, are a group of diseases that disproportionately affect populations and communities facing conditions such as poverty and limited access to healthcare and other essential services.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="2300" data-end="2554">Addressing NTDs requires more than medical interventions alone. Community participation, health-system strengthening, advocacy, awareness, prevention, and collaboration across different sectors can all contribute to effective disease elimination efforts.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="2556" data-end="2714">This is why the Youth NTDs Fellowship incorporates a <strong data-start="2609" data-end="2632">One Health approach</strong>, connecting human health with broader community and health-system considerations.</p> <h2 dir="auto" data-section-id="42ku8z" data-start="2721" data-end="2758">What Will the Fellowship Focus On?</h2> <p dir="auto" data-start="2760" data-end="2872">The Youth NTDs Fellowship Cohort 2 is designed around several major areas of learning and practical development.</p> <h3 dir="auto" data-section-id="1ab3wld" data-start="2874" data-end="2891">1. One Health</h3> <p dir="auto" data-start="2893" data-end="3098">Participants will develop an understanding of the <strong data-start="2943" data-end="2966">One Health approach</strong>, which recognizes the interconnected nature of health and the importance of collaboration across different sectors and disciplines.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="3100" data-end="3221">This perspective can help young leaders understand NTD challenges within their wider community and health-system context.</p> <h3 dir="auto" data-section-id="1xzk09f" data-start="3223" data-end="3245">2. NTD Elimination</h3> <p dir="auto" data-start="3247" data-end="3459">The fellowship focuses specifically on <strong data-start="3286" data-end="3328">neglected tropical disease elimination</strong>, helping participants strengthen their understanding of the challenges and approaches associated with NTD control and elimination.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="3461" data-end="3600">Participants with existing experience or interest in NTDs can use the fellowship as an opportunity to deepen their engagement in this area.</p> <h3 dir="auto" data-section-id="1ijxmfp" data-start="3602" data-end="3629">3. Community Engagement</h3> <p dir="auto" data-start="3631" data-end="3711">Community involvement is an important part of addressing NTD-related challenges.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="3713" data-end="3915">The fellowship will equip young leaders with practical skills related to <strong data-start="3786" data-end="3810">community engagement</strong>, helping them consider how communities can be meaningfully involved in health initiatives and solutions.</p> <h3 dir="auto" data-section-id="1tfro6w" data-start="3917" data-end="3932">4. Advocacy</h3> <p dir="auto" data-start="3934" data-end="4146">Participants will also develop skills in <strong data-start="3975" data-end="3987">advocacy</strong>, enabling them to better understand how young people and community actors can contribute to raising awareness and supporting action around NTD-related issues.</p> <h3 dir="auto" data-section-id="bdk4mh" data-start="4148" data-end="4181">5. Health Systems Integration</h3> <p dir="auto" data-start="4183" data-end="4356">The programme also focuses on <strong data-start="4213" data-end="4243">health systems integration</strong>, helping fellows understand how NTD-related interventions and solutions can connect with broader health systems.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="4358" data-end="4504">This provides an opportunity for participants to consider NTD elimination from a wider health-system perspective rather than as an isolated issue.</p> <h3 dir="auto" data-section-id="qc67p0" data-start="4506" data-end="4533">6. Solution Development</h3> <p dir="auto" data-start="4535" data-end="4597">A further focus of the fellowship is <strong data-start="4572" data-end="4596">solution development</strong>.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="4599" data-end="4785">Through collaborative activities and capstone projects, fellows will have an opportunity to apply their learning to practical challenges and work together to develop potential solutions.</p> <h2 dir="auto" data-section-id="1ht61zu" data-start="4792" data-end="4834">Expert Mentorship and Capstone Projects</h2> <p dir="auto" data-start="4836" data-end="4957">One of the key components of the fellowship is the combination of <strong data-start="4902" data-end="4956">expert mentorship and team-based capstone projects</strong>.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="4959" data-end="5093">Participants will be supported by expert mentors throughout the fellowship while working with other fellows on collaborative projects.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="5095" data-end="5320">The capstone component provides an opportunity to move beyond learning and apply skills to practical challenges related to NTDs, One Health, community engagement, advocacy, health systems integration, or solution development.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="5322" data-end="5431">Working in teams can also allow participants to learn from peers with different experiences and perspectives.</p> <h2 dir="auto" data-section-id="m7daqn" data-start="5438" data-end="5480">Fellowship Duration and Time Commitment</h2> <p dir="auto" data-start="5482" data-end="5543">The Youth NTDs Fellowship Cohort 2 will run for <strong data-start="5530" data-end="5542">12 weeks</strong>.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="5545" data-end="5709">The fellowship is structured as a <strong data-start="5579" data-end="5599">hybrid programme</strong>, meaning participants will engage through a combination of formats as determined by the programme organizers.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="5711" data-end="5765">Applicants should be prepared to commit approximately:</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="5767" data-end="5803"><strong data-start="5767" data-end="5803">6–8 hours per week for 12 weeks.</strong></p> <p dir="auto" data-start="5805" data-end="6008">This means applicants should consider their existing academic, professional, community, or other commitments before applying and ensure that they can dedicate the required time throughout the fellowship.</p> <h2 dir="auto" data-section-id="e420n" data-start="6015" data-end="6035">Who Should Apply?</h2> <p dir="auto" data-start="6037" data-end="6175">The fellowship is intended for <strong data-start="6068" data-end="6119">young people aged 18–35 from Tanzania and Kenya</strong> who have an interest or experience in areas related to:</p> <ul data-start="6177" data-end="6310"> <li data-section-id="15e8kyi" data-start="6177" data-end="6206">Neglected tropical diseases</li> <li data-section-id="1u1jh00" data-start="6207" data-end="6219">One Health</li> <li data-section-id="1306h3p" data-start="6220" data-end="6235">Public health</li> <li data-section-id="83o33a" data-start="6236" data-end="6258">Community engagement</li> <li data-section-id="8ucj8w" data-start="6259" data-end="6276">Health advocacy</li> <li data-section-id="1k1u3c2" data-start="6277" data-end="6293">Health systems</li> <li data-section-id="s6finq" data-start="6294" data-end="6310">Related fields</li> </ul> <p dir="auto" data-start="6312" data-end="6569">Applicants do not necessarily need to be established NTD specialists. The opportunity is aimed at young people who have an <strong data-start="6435" data-end="6500">interest or experience in NTDs, One Health, or related fields</strong> and want to strengthen their skills and contribution in these areas.</p> <h2 dir="auto" data-section-id="18fysu8" data-start="6576" data-end="6622">Applicants Particularly Encouraged to Apply</h2> <p dir="auto" data-start="6624" data-end="6706">The organizers particularly encourage applications from several groups, including:</p> <h3 dir="auto" data-section-id="1kcvgeq" data-start="6708" data-end="6753">Young People from NTD-Endemic Communities</h3> <p dir="auto" data-start="6755" data-end="6846">Young people who come from communities affected by NTDs are especially encouraged to apply.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="6848" data-end="6992">Their community experience can provide valuable perspectives on the challenges associated with NTDs and potential approaches to addressing them.</p> <h3 dir="auto" data-section-id="dsmhxr" data-start="6994" data-end="7034">People With Lived Experience of NTDs</h3> <p dir="auto" data-start="7036" data-end="7140">People with <strong data-start="7048" data-end="7099">lived experience of neglected tropical diseases</strong> are also especially encouraged to apply.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="7142" data-end="7275">Their direct experiences can contribute important perspectives to discussions around NTD elimination and community-focused solutions.</p> <h3 dir="auto" data-section-id="1y8rj25" data-start="7277" data-end="7305">People With Disabilities</h3> <p dir="auto" data-start="7307" data-end="7393">The fellowship particularly encourages applications from <strong data-start="7364" data-end="7392">people with disabilities</strong>.</p> <h3 dir="auto" data-section-id="756orc" data-start="7395" data-end="7404">Women</h3> <p dir="auto" data-start="7406" data-end="7471"><strong data-start="7406" data-end="7415">Women</strong> are specifically encouraged to apply to the fellowship.</p> <h3 dir="auto" data-section-id="dyndn1" data-start="7473" data-end="7493">Community Actors</h3> <p dir="auto" data-start="7495" data-end="7621">Young <strong data-start="7501" data-end="7521">community actors</strong> with an interest or experience in NTDs, One Health, or related fields are also encouraged to apply.</p> <h2 dir="auto" data-section-id="6zb3x" data-start="7628" data-end="7676">Why Participate in the Youth NTDs Fellowship?</h2> <p dir="auto" data-start="7678" data-end="7854">The fellowship offers young participants an opportunity to strengthen practical skills while engaging with other young leaders working around NTD and One Health-related issues.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="7856" data-end="7889">Key areas of development include:</p> <ul data-start="7891" data-end="8175"> <li data-section-id="fkf90h" data-start="7891" data-end="7920">Practical One Health skills</li> <li data-section-id="bpihik" data-start="7921" data-end="7955">Understanding of NTD elimination</li> <li data-section-id="5y3d52" data-start="7956" data-end="7989">Community engagement approaches</li> <li data-section-id="94o3pq" data-start="7990" data-end="8007">Advocacy skills</li> <li data-section-id="1p6wjzw" data-start="8008" data-end="8036">Health systems integration</li> <li data-section-id="11slcw2" data-start="8037" data-end="8059">Solution development</li> <li data-section-id="kieu5e" data-start="8060" data-end="8091">Team-based project experience</li> <li data-section-id="1l6vs5q" data-start="8092" data-end="8117">Mentorship from experts</li> <li data-section-id="366n9c" data-start="8118" data-end="8175">Exposure to other young people working in related areas</li> </ul> <p dir="auto" data-start="8177" data-end="8345">The combination of structured learning, mentorship, and a capstone project can provide participants with an opportunity to connect knowledge with practical application.</p> <h2 dir="auto" data-section-id="4qnxhx" data-start="9110" data-end="9133">Application Deadline</h2> <p dir="auto" data-start="9135" data-end="9206">The application deadline for the <strong data-start="9168" data-end="9202">Youth NTDs Fellowship Cohort 2</strong> is:</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="9208" data-end="9229"><strong data-start="9208" data-end="9229">25 September 2026</strong></p> <p dir="auto" data-start="9231" data-end="9314">Applicants should ensure that they submit their application by the stated deadline.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="9316" data-end="9487">Because the deadline is approaching, eligible young people interested in the programme should review the requirements and prepare their application information in advance.</p> <h2 dir="auto" data-section-id="1kwlba3" data-start="9494" data-end="9533">Important Information for Applicants</h2> <p dir="auto" data-start="9535" data-end="9616">Applicants are asked to provide <strong data-start="9567" data-end="9591">accurate information</strong> in the application form.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="9618" data-end="9721">According to the fellowship announcement, the information provided will be used for purposes including:</p> <ul data-start="9723" data-end="9842"> <li data-section-id="18d8154" data-start="9723" data-end="9734">Selection</li> <li data-section-id="1wd783w" data-start="9735" data-end="9756">Fellowship planning</li> <li data-section-id="gsqdxh" data-start="9757" data-end="9769">Mentorship</li> <li data-section-id="14agrno" data-start="9770" data-end="9813">Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL)</li> <li data-section-id="onj1ti" data-start="9814" data-end="9842">Related programme purposes</li> </ul> <p dir="auto" data-start="9844" data-end="9938">Applicants should therefore ensure that the information they provide is complete and accurate.</p> <p dir="auto" style="text-align: center;" data-start="9844" data-end="9938"><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8VWEhxBvu4tIyglKJyoyTvNE25OfNSgCZ2UE4uy40RkrrKg/viewform" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>APPLY HERE</strong></a></p> <h2 dir="auto" data-section-id="1xqury" data-start="9945" data-end="9993">How to Prepare for the Fellowship Application</h2> <p dir="auto" data-start="9995" data-end="10062">Before applying, prospective fellows should consider the following:</p> <ol data-start="10064" data-end="10971"> <li data-section-id="1dcuv47" data-start="10064" data-end="10154"><strong data-start="10067" data-end="10099">Confirm your age eligibility</strong><br data-start="10099" data-end="10102" />Applicants should be between 18 and 35 years old.</li> <li data-section-id="86rlwt" data-start="10156" data-end="10269"><strong data-start="10159" data-end="10195">Confirm your country eligibility</strong><br data-start="10195" data-end="10198" />The fellowship is intended for young people from Tanzania and Kenya.</li> <li data-section-id="itgcky" data-start="10271" data-end="10466"><strong data-start="10274" data-end="10321">Review your relevant experience or interest</strong><br data-start="10321" data-end="10324" />Consider your experience or interest in NTDs, One Health, public health, community engagement, advocacy, health systems, or related fields.</li> <li data-section-id="1grycrd" data-start="10468" data-end="10577"><strong data-start="10471" data-end="10501">Consider your availability</strong><br data-start="10501" data-end="10504" />The programme requires approximately 6–8 hours per week over 12 weeks.</li> <li data-section-id="x8n2vy" data-start="10579" data-end="10757"><strong data-start="10582" data-end="10622">Reflect on your community experience</strong><br data-start="10622" data-end="10625" />Applicants can consider how their experiences, community involvement, or professional interests connect with NTDs and One Health.</li> <li data-section-id="1q8x11y" data-start="10759" data-end="10892"><strong data-start="10762" data-end="10794">Provide accurate information</strong><br data-start="10794" data-end="10797" />Ensure that all information submitted through the application form is truthful and accurate.</li> <li data-section-id="1qc8bhd" data-start="10894" data-end="10971"><strong data-start="10897" data-end="10927">Submit before the deadline</strong><br data-start="10927" data-end="10930" />The deadline is <strong data-start="10949" data-end="10970">25 September 2026</strong>.</li> </ol> <h2 dir="auto" data-section-id="8dtpi" data-start="11380" data-end="11393">Conclusion</h2> <p dir="auto" data-start="11395" data-end="11713">The <strong data-start="11399" data-end="11433">Youth NTDs Fellowship Cohort 2</strong> provides young people from Tanzania and Kenya with a structured 12-week opportunity to strengthen their knowledge and practical skills in <strong data-start="11572" data-end="11712">One Health, neglected tropical disease elimination, community engagement, advocacy, health systems integration, and solution development</strong>.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="11715" data-end="11881">Through expert mentorship and team-based capstone projects, the fellowship is designed to connect young leaders with practical experiences and collaborative learning.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="11883" data-end="12187">Young people aged <strong data-start="11901" data-end="11910">18–35</strong> with an interest or experience in NTDs, One Health, or related fields are encouraged to consider applying. The organizers particularly encourage applications from <strong data-start="12074" data-end="12186">NTD-endemic communities, people with lived experience of NTDs and/or disability, women, and community actors</strong>.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="12189" data-end="12327">With a commitment of <strong data-start="12210" data-end="12245">6–8 hours per week for 12 weeks</strong>, applicants should ensure they have sufficient availability to participate fully.</p> <p dir="auto" data-start="12329" data-end="12372"><strong data-start="12329" data-end="12372">Application Deadline: 25 September 2026</strong></p> <p dir="auto" data-start="12329" data-end="12372"><a href="https://opportunitiesforyouth.org/?s=fellowship" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click HERE</strong></a> for more fellowship opportunities.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://opportunitiesforyouth.org/2026/09/21/youth-ntds-fellowship-cohort-2-2026-12-week-hybrid-fellowship-for-young-leaders-in-tanzania-and-kenya/">Youth NTDs Fellowship Cohort 2 2026: 12-Week Hybrid Fellowship for Young Leaders in Tanzania and Kenya</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://opportunitiesforyouth.org">Opportunities for Youth</a>.</p>