Application Deadline: December 10, 2026 at 6 p.m.
Applications are now open for the 2027 Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Young Leaders Programme, an initiative dedicated to strengthening the political participation of young men and women involved in civil society, trade unions, and political parties in Cameroon.
For the 2027 edition, 25 young women and men will be selected to participate in 8 two-day training sessions (Thursday to Friday), organized at the end of each month from March to December 2027, either in person or online (Zoom). These sessions will cover a variety of topics: political leadership, strategic communication, democratic values, and operational management tools.
Goals
The program aims to:
– To develop young people’s skills in leadership, communication, management and decision-making.
– To promote democratic values, social justice and active political participation.
– To strengthen citizen engagement as well as understanding of governance and human rights.
– To encourage young people to participate in solving the challenges facing society.
– Building networks between young leaders from diverse professional and organizational backgrounds.
Eligibility criteria
Candidates must:
– Be aged between 18 and 35 at the time of application;
– Reside in Cameroon;
– Be available for all sessions of the program;
– Hold a university degree (or be in the process of obtaining the first degree);
– To be actively involved in civil society, political parties, trade unions or community initiatives;
– To have demonstrated leadership potential and an interest in social and political development.
Application procedure
Applications must be submitted no later than December 10, 2026 at 6 p.m., via the following link: APPLICATION FORM
Selection process
- The application phase runs from November 3 to December 10, 2026.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted in January for individual interviews, which will take place between January and February 2027, either at our offices in Yaoundé or online via Zoom.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Young Leaders Programme
