Applications call for YLEAD Virtual Fellowship 2020

The Youth Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Development (YLEAD) Fellowship is a flagship program of iKapture Centre for Development which has impacted young people in the South-South region of Nigeria over the last 10 years. To mark its 10th Anniversary, the fellowship is extending to the 36 states + FCT with the goal of reaching more young people. The Virtual program provides a platform for young people to learn from experienced thought leaders, share knowledge with changemakers, and also create meaningful networks and changes in their lives and in their communities.

YLEAD is an innovative solution to the dearth of skills among young people. It seeks to enhance learning and engage students in the most productive method while preparing them for career and higher education. The program offers well-developed modules and content on areas such as Self Awareness, Purpose Discovery, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting, Time Management, Etiquette, Ethics and Values amongst others.

Aim

The aim of YLEAD Virtual Fellowship is to educate, engage and equip young people in their transitional years with the necessary leadership, personal development and entrepreneurial skills needed to prepare for the world of work.

Program Components

• Learn: 1 week of intensive training on leadership, personal development and entrepreneurship.
• Engage: 2 weeks of internship and business simulation exercise
• Take action: 1 week of mentoring engagement and reflection exercises.

Benefits

• Learn new skills, network, volunteer, and achieve your goals for a successful personal and career life.
• Connect and network with peers and young professionals.
• Access to remote work/internships as well as global opportunities Mentoring.
• Join a global network of Alumni.
• Certificate of participation.
• Invitation to attend the iKapture YLEAD 10th Anniversary Celebration Event and Awards.

Eligibility

The YLEAD Virtual Fellowship is open to aspiring young leaders from across Nigeria who may be students, graduates, or out-of-school youth between 15 and 24 years. Interested participants must:

• Be between the ages of 15 – 24 years.
• Have attempted JSSCE or SSCE.
• Show interest in learning new skills and participates in group activities.
• Attain 75% attendance in the training program.
• Be of good behavior and willing to interact with people of different background, tribe, and religion.
• Should be interested in volunteering and having a mentor.

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