WMD Hurford Youth Fellowship Program for Youths Worldwide 2024

The Hurford Youth Fellowship Program seeks to build the leadership skills and harness the potential of young democracy activists from around the world. Through the Program, young activists spend three months at the World Movement’s Secretariat, during which they expand their global connections, share experiences with other activists from democracy movements around the world, and contribute to the development of the World Movement for Democracy. Hurford Youth Fellows engage in strategic meetings; conduct research; and organize and lead presentations, online discussions, and information-sharing sessions on key democracy issues.

Upon the successful completion of each fellowship, the fellows serve as a regional/country focal point, working with the Hurford Youth Fellowship Alumni Network to remain involved and take the lead in youth-related activities.

• Table of Content
• About World Movement for Democracy(WMD)
• WMD Hurford Youth Fellowship Program
• Aim and Benefits of WMD Hurford Youth Fellowship Program
• Requirements for WMD Hurford Youth Fellowship Program Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for WMD Hurford Youth Fellowship Program
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About World Movement for Democracy(WMD)

The World Movement for Democracy is a global network of civil society activists, scholars, parliamentarians, thought leaders, journalists, and funders who are committed to advancing democracy. Since 1999, we have facilitated networking among democracy supporters and convened discussions and workshops on democracy in different regions of the world. We actively empower the democracy movements to engage in cross-regional solidarity, as well as share knowledge, support, and strategies with one another. The World Movement for Democracy welcomes all those who contribute to – and benefit ... continue reading

WMD Hurford Youth Fellowship Program

Aim and Benefits of WMD Hurford Youth Fellowship Program

• Each fellow will receive a monthly stipend for living expenses, plus basic health insurance and roundtrip travel to and from Washington, D.C. Stipends take into account the cost of living in Washington, D.C.
• Fellows are provided with a fully equipped office, including internet and email access, and a limited budget for fellowship-related long-distance phone calls

Requirements for WMD Hurford Youth Fellowship Program Qualification

• Open to applicants from any country
• Applicants must be no older than 30 years of age
• They must demonstrate a strong interest in democratic activism and in the advancement of democracy in their respective communities, as well as worldwide.
• Youth affiliated with civil society organizations are especially encouraged to apply.
• A working knowledge of English is an important prerequisite for participation in the program for general communication purposes. All application materials must be submitted in English.

Interview date, Process and Venue for WMD Hurford Youth Fellowship Program

Selection Process:

• Fellows will be selected by the World Movement Secretariat staff, NED regional program staff, and the Hurford Youth Fellowship Alumni Network following an application process.
• Selection will be based on a set of criteria including demonstrated activism or interest in the advancement of democracy, a desire to network with others, and a clear explanation of how the fellowship will benefit their own efforts for advancing democracy.

Documents Required for Application

Applicants are asked to submit the following:

• Applicant form
• C.V./Resume
• Two Letters of Recommendation

Check also:
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship to Study in UK 2027/2028
Mandela Washington Fellowship for Africans 2027 (Fully Funded to USA)

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details,visit WMD website