MILEAD Fellows are catalysts for transformative change, breaking barriers, implementing life-changing initiatives, and challenging systems that discriminate against women and girls. The programme is crafted to identify, nurture, and elevate the next generation of African female leaders, equipping them with the skills and support needed to thrive in leadership roles across Africa.
The MILEAD Programme offers fellows world-class knowledge, skills, values, and support systems crucial for success as 21st-century women leaders. The programme will be granted to 25 outstanding young women who have demonstrated leadership potential in their community, organisation, or profession.
Eligibility includes dynamic young women aged 19-25 interested in honing transformational leadership skills to tackle issues facing women and girls in African communities.
The programme features a three-week residential Summer Institute in Ghana and a community change project. Selected candidates may be full-time students or professionals during the program, except during the 3-week summer institute.
Application procedure and deadline
Applications can be completed through the online portal. Application deadline is Friday, March 22, 2024.
