Tuesday June 28, 2022
About
Advertisement
SmepeaksSmepeaks
  • SMEs & Startups
  • Tech & Innovation
  • Digital Economy & Finance
  • Industries & Sectors
  • Angels & VCs
SmepeaksSmepeaks
  • SMEs & Startups
  • Tech & Innovation
  • Digital Economy & Finance
  • Industries & Sectors
  • Angels & VCs
Smepeaks Logo- new
 Are you a nonprofit or social enterprise leader with a zeal to make an impact in your country? Join the Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative
Funding Opportunities

Are you a nonprofit or social enterprise leader with a zeal to make an impact in your country? Join the Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative

by Joan Aimuengheuwa January 13, 2021 4 min read

Motivating young innovative Nigerians in possession of sustainable and unique projects, Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) 2021 is set to support youths through training and fellowship programme, so as to scale beyond the scope of the local market.

Designed to offer mentorship, networking, training and funding opportunities to young Nigerian entrepreneurs in social innovation projects, the goal is to create ethical and impact leaders who would not hold back in social service.

Following an interview that would take place in the US Consulate, Lagos, Nigeria, passion, skill, experience, strategic thinking and vision necessary to implement innovative and impactful projects are essential to scale in the programme.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to implement resilient, youth-oriented solutions to issues that concerns you
  • Opportunity to access the United States’ Government resources and contacts
  • Attention of American and Nigerian leaders in the public and private sectors
  • Opportunity to work alongside talented and motivated peers with diverse backgrounds, but similar visions
  • Opportunity to participate in CYFI Alumni Programme

Eligibility

  • Citizens and permanent residents of Nigeria currently residing in Lagos state
  • Nonprofit and social enterprise leaders

How to apply

Do you have the passion, skill, experience and vision to make an impact in your community or country? Participate in the Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) 2021. Application closes on Friday, February 5, 2021.


Got a story worth telling? Shoot us an email with SUBJECT — “Story Worth Telling” — to [email protected].

Tags: Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) 2021 nonprofits social entrepreneurs
Previous post
Next post

Joan Aimuengheuwa

author

A reliable and self motivated researcher and content writer at smepeaks. I strive at exceeding expectations, goals and completing tasks efficiently.

Most Recent
Tech & Innovation

How to grow your brand awareness by

January 11, 2022
Business

OPOD: Home is where the heart is

June 28, 2021
Stories

The Scoop: Trump’s social media comeback is

May 5, 2021
Startups

Rabawa, secures $163,000 from Us-based Aptive Capital to

May 4, 2021
Stay Connected
  • 176.36MLikes
  • 1.16KFollowers
About Us

smepeaks is a new media startup providing credible information and insights about SMEs, startups, the digital economy, and the innovation landscape in Africa.

Copyright © 2022 smepeaks. All Right Reserved.