African Youth Negotiators Fellowship 2025

 

The African Youth Negotiators Fellowship, launched by the Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO), is an empowering initiative aimed at building the capacities of young Africans in climate governance, diplomacy, and negotiations. The program, with a particular focus on United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) processes, equips participants with the necessary skills to engage in impactful climate discussions at the global level.

As climate issues take center stage in global discussions, African youth voices are becoming more prominent in multilateral forums such as the UNFCCC Conferences of the Parties (COP). However, despite the growing presence, the impact of young participants has been limited. The African Youth Negotiators Fellowship seeks to change this narrative by offering targeted capacity-building to young Africans, ensuring their contributions are both impactful and influential in shaping climate policy.

Benefits of the African Youth Negotiators Fellowship

The Fellowship offers a comprehensive curriculum that empowers participants with the knowledge and skills to:

• Understand the history, governance, and institutional frameworks of climate change and the roles of key stakeholders.
• Recognize the importance of national delegations and the critical role of youth in climate negotiations.
• Facilitate active youth involvement in policy formulation, negotiation, and the implementation of COP outcomes at the national level.
• Master key mechanisms within the UNFCCC, including Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), climate finance, technology, and transparency frameworks.
• Summarize outcomes from annual UNFCCC conferences, such as COP, CMP, and CMA.
• Understand the ratification process of UNFCCC treaties and their national implications.
• Actively engage in COP negotiations with enhanced knowledge and skills of the negotiation process.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the African Youth Negotiators Fellowship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Age limit: 35 years old or younger.
• Demonstrate a strong passion for addressing climate change.
• Have prior experience or a demonstrated interest in international and national climate policies.
• Be able to commit to the full 4-week training program.

Time Commitment

The Fellowship is structured over a span of 4 weeks, combining both in-person and online training:

• 1 week of in-person sessions.
• 3 weeks of online training.

Further Inquiries

For any further questions regarding the African Youth Negotiators Fellowship, please contact:

• Phone: 0257526266 / 0208519642

This Fellowship presents a unique opportunity for young African climate leaders to sharpen their skills, expand their networks, and engage meaningfully in the global climate governance processes. Apply today and become a part of the movement driving climate action across the continent!

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