Leadership101 – Youth Training Program – APPLY NOW

The Applications for the Leadership101 – Youth Training Program are NOW OPEN.

Apply before midnight December 8, 2024.

The Trust for Democratic Education and Accountability (TDEA) is implementing the “Empowering Youth for Civic Leadership” project funded by the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad. As part of this project, the Leadership101 – Youth Training Program is a unique opportunity for fresh graduates and students from diverse backgrounds to develop foundational skills in democratic principles, leadership, and community engagement. This program offers participants a structured pathway to enhance their civic capacities through training workshops, mentorship, internships, and community projects designed to foster democratic engagement within their communities.

What does this program offer?

Young students demonstrating strong leadership potential will be selected to join a rigorous training program in regional cohorts, where they will explore concepts and practical tools for creating local-level change. The program will include a mix of in-person and virtual workshops and seminars, offering participants opportunities to build networks and engage in cross-learning with peers from across Pakistan. In addition to learning workshops, eligible participants will be offered internships or community projects based on their interests, skills, and time availability.

Who can apply for this program?

In order to ensure diversity and equal participation, TDEA will ensure representation from all four provinces, Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit Baltistan (GB). Almost half of the seats are reserved for qualifying women. Preference will be given to qualifying applicants belonging to marginalized communities that include religious, ethnic and gender minorities, and persons with disabilities.

How to apply?

Detailed information on the program and the application can be downloaded by the link below. Please read the program objectives, requirements and application process prior to starting an application to ensure that you are eligible. Please note that applicants will have to complete the application in one go as the form does not permit to save the progress. Therefore, we advise you take notes of the application questions and submit it in a single attempt.

For any queries related to application process, please e-mail [email protected]