Application Deadline: 14th September 2025
Applications are now open for the Melton Foundation Africa Global Goals Week Melton Foundation Africa, in partnership with Global Goals Week, invites young people across Africa aged 18 to 30 through power of storytelling share their unique perspective on how the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) can be harnessed to build a better future for their countries and the continent as a whole. As we mark the 10th anniversary of the SDGs, we call on young Africans to reflect, imagine, and propose bold solutions under one of our three powerful themes. Video submissions should be rooted in the realities of Africa, inspired by the vision of the SDGs, and guided by the spirit of Global Citizenship
Theme 1: Reimagining Africa
Reflect on Africa’s development through the lens of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Propose bold and practical ways young people can and should help reshape the continent’s future focusing on identity, purpose, and the power of youth to take action
Theme 2: Beyond Borders, Beyond Barriers
Explore how young people can build a shared tomorrow through collaboration across communities, countries, and cultures. Reflect on the role of partnerships, technology, and shared learning in moving Africa forward
Theme 3: Young Africans as Global Citizens
Reflect on the complex world we live in and how young Africans can act as Global Citizens balancing local realities with global responsibilities. Consider how youth can lead change in their communities and beyond during this SDG Decade of Action
Submission Requirements
- Record and submit a 2 – 3 minute video of yourself discussing your bold solution based on your preferred theme, stand the chance to become one of the top 5 finalists who will win a $250 giftcard each, a certificate of achievement, get your video spot-lighted across our website and social media as well as the ultimate bragging rights as a Global Citizen.
Application Timeline
| Video Submission Opens: | Thursday, 21st August 2025 – 6:00 am GMT |
| Video Submission Deadline: | Sunday, 14th September 2025 – 6:00 am GMT |
| Announcement of Shortlisted Applicants: | Wednesday, 17th September 2025 Shortlisted applicants notified by email and on social media |
| Evaluation Period: | Friday, 19th September – Friday, 26th September 2025 |
| Announcement of Finalists | Tuesday, 30th September, 2025 Finalists notified by email and on social media |
| Video Length: | 2-3 minutes long |
| Language: | Videos must be recorded in English. |
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