Deadline: 20 June 2025
The Lazord Fellowship 2025 is a fully funded, one-year training program designed to enhance leadership and technical skills for individuals committed to social change. Fellows gain hands-on experience through employment in socially conscious organizations, mentorship, and specialized training sessions.
This program is ideal for aspiring leaders in fields such as human rights, education, women’s rights, social entrepreneurship, youth development, and corporate engagement.
Eligibility Criteria
- Language Requirement: Proficiency in English.
- Eligible Countries: Open to applicants worldwide.
- Residency Requirement: Foreign applicants, especially those from conflict zones, must have legal residency and work authorization in their chosen host country.
- Education Requirement:
- Public University Graduates: Open to all disciplines.
- Private University Graduates: Must have received a need-based scholarship for at least two years.
- Graduation Year: Must have graduated in 2019 or later.
- Mandatory Attendance: Fellows must attend the Annual International Conference (September 21–27).
- Egyptian Male Applicants: Must be military-exempt, have an exemption certificate, or have completed military service.
- Civic Engagement: Must demonstrate a history of civic engagement.
- Commitment: Must accept a one-year full-time fellowship starting in September 2025.
Benefits
- One-year full-time paid position at a local for-profit or non-profit organization.
- Housing and living stipends tailored to the fellow’s location and needs.
- Networking opportunities with key professionals in national and international fields.
- Regular mentorship sessions with civil society experts.
- Comprehensive training (15+ sessions) covering:
- Project management
- Leadership and team building
- Business and professional skills
- Participation in international conferences with fellows from Egypt, Tunisia, and Jordan.
Host Countries: Egypt, Tunisia, Jordan
Institutions: Lazord partner organizations
Opportunity Type: Training / Non-degree Program
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
For further details or application please see the fellowship’s information.
