The Vital Voices Global Fellowship 2025 is a prestigious 10-month leadership program designed to empower women leaders in social entrepreneurship and public leadership. Through specialized training, mentorship, and cross-sector collaboration, the fellowship supports changemakers committed to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The fellowship is open to women leaders worldwide who are at least 18 years old and proficient in English. Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to social impact through leadership, entrepreneurship, or public service. They should be willing to actively participate in all fellowship activities and collaborate with diverse women leaders.

Vital Voices Global Partnership is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women leaders worldwide. Founded in 1997, it identifies, invests in, and amplifies the voices of women driving positive change in their communities.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Vital Voices Global Partnership
• Department: NA
• Course Level: Research
• Award: Leadership Training, Mentorship, Networking, and More
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: NA
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in: United States

Eligibility

To be considered for the Vital Voices Global Fellowship 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Identify as a woman
• Be proficient in English (as all sessions will be conducted in English).
• Be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
• Demonstrate a commitment to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through their leadership, entrepreneurship, or public service.
• Be willing to fully participate in the fellowship and actively engage with diverse women leaders across sectors.
• Meet all specific pillar (VV Engage or VV Venture) eligibility criteria.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted by April 15, 2025. Applicants may be required to participate in a follow-up call for clarifications. All applicants will be notified of final decisions by May 2025. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

Benefits

Fellows will receive:

• Leadership training through the Vital Voices Leadership Journey.
• Pillar-specific skill development tailored for social entrepreneurs (VV Venture) and public leaders (VV Engage).
• Opportunities for cross-sector collaboration with public leaders, social entrepreneurs, changemakers, and civil society leaders to drive systemic change.
• Access to the Vital Voices Community Hub and the Vital Voices Global Network for mentorship, peer learning, and strategic connections.
• An in-person convening in Q3 2025 (location TBC) to deepen learning, networking, and collaboration.
• A certificate of completion upon successfully completing the program.

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