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Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) 2019 for young visionary Nigerians.

by OFA
written by OFA

Application Deadline: 13th January, 2019.

Applications are now been accepted for the Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI)! The 2019 application is open to all citizens and permanent residents of Nigeria currently residing in Lagos.

Requirements:

Passion
You are committed to making a significant contribution to your community and country Skill & Experience
You have a unique set of skills and experiences that you can use to make an impact Strategic Thinking
You are excited about the opportunity to launch an innovative CYFI project.
You know how to design a project that is based on sound research, uses resources creatively, builds or improves on existing systems, and leverages partnerships with complimentary organizations Vision
You know the area of social change in which you would like to work, and you can articulate the positive change that you would like to make

Timeline:

Application Deadline

January 13, 2019​

Interviews

February 2019​

Notification of Admission

March 2019​​

Applicants selected for an interview will be notified by the CYFI Board. Interviews will be held at the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) 2019

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Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) 2017 for Young Visionary Nigerians.

by OFA
written by OFA

Application Deadline: December 31st 2016

The Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) seeks to develop a select group of young Nigerians into ethical and impactful leaders by connecting them with mentorship, networking, training and funding opportunities over the course of an intensive fellowship year. The CYFI fellowship is built around year-long social innovation projects that are designed by fellows and supported by the U.S. Consulate and private partners. Following successful completion of their projects, fellows remain involved with CYFI and the U.S. Consulate through the CYFI Alumni Program.
Former U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Walter Carrington, was a champion of civil liberties, democracy and closer ties between the U.S. and Nigeria. CYFI invites applications from fellows who are committed to putting the ideals of Walter Carrington into practice. The CYFI Board of Directors will select fellows who demonstrate the exceptional passion, skill, experience, strategic thinking and vision necessary to implement their own innovative and impactful projects.
Requirement
  • Passion
    You are committed to making a significant contribution to your community and country
  • Skill & Experience
    You have a unique set of skills and experiences that you can use to make an impact
  • Strategic Thinking
    You are excited about the opportunity to launch an innovative CYFI project.
    You know how to design a project that is based on sound research, uses resources creatively, builds or improves on existing systems, and leverages partnerships with complimentary organizations
  • Vision
    You know the area of social change in which you would like to work, and you can articulate the positive change that you would like to make
Benefits:
  • Implement concrete, youth-oriented solutions to issues that concern you
  • Access U.S. Government resources and contacts
  • Catch the attention of American and Nigerian leaders in the public and private sectors
  • Work alongside talented and motivated peers with diverse backgrounds, but similar visions
  • Participate in CYFI Alumni Program
 Timeline:
  • Application Deadline: December 31, 2016
  • Interviews : January 2017
  • Notification of Admission: February 2017

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) 2017

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2016 Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) for Visionary Nigerian Youths

by OFA
written by OFA

Application Deadline: January 11th 2016

The Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) seeks to develop a select group of young Nigerians into ethical and impactful leaders by connecting them with mentorship, networking, training and funding opportunities over the course of an intensive fellowship year.

The CYFI fellowship is built around year-long social innovation projects that are designed by fellows and supported by the U.S. Consulate and private partners. Following successful completion of their projects, fellows remain involved with CYFI and the U.S. Consulate through the CYFI Alumni Program.

The 2016 application is open to all citizens and permanent residents of Nigeria currently residing in Lagos and Port Harcourt.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Passion
    You are committed to making a significant contribution to your community and country
  • Skill & Experience
    You have a unique set of skills and experiences that you can use to make an impact
  • Strategic Thinking
    You are excited about the opportunity to launch an innovative CYFI project.
    You know how to design a project that is based on sound research, uses resources creatively, builds or improves on existing systems, and leverages partnerships with complimentary organizations
  • Vision
    You know the area of social change in which you would like to work, and you can articulate the positive change that you would like to make

Benefits:

  • Implement concrete, youth-oriented solutions to issues that concern you
  • Access U.S. Government resources and contacts
  • Catch the attention of American and Nigerian leaders in the public and private sectors
  • Work alongside talented and motivated peers with diverse backgrounds, but similar visions
  • Participate in CYFI Alumni Program

Selection:

Applicants selected for an interview will be notified by the CYFI Board. Interviews will be held at the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos.

Timeline:

Application Deadline: January 11, 2016

Interviews : February 2016

Notification of Admission : February 2016

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2016 Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) for Visionary Nigerian Youths

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2015 Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) for Visionary Nigerian Youths.

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: January 9 2015

Open to: The 2015 application is open to all citizens and permanent residents of Nigeria currently residing in Lagos and Port Harcourt.

The Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative, CYFI, is a dynamic youth-based initiative launched in 2011 by the U.S. Consulate General, Lagos. CYFI brings together Nigerian youth of exceptional vision, skills and experience to design and implement projects that have a positive impact on Nigerian society. Former Ambassador to Nigeria, Walter Carrington, was a champion of civil liberties, democracy and closer ties between the U.S. and Nigeria.

 

Fellows Quality

 

  • Passion
    You are committed to making a significant contribution to your community and country
  • Skill & Experience
    You have a unique set of skills and experiences that you can use to make an impact
  • Strategic Thinking
    You are excited about the opportunity to launch an innovative CYFI project.
    You know how to design a project that is based on sound research, uses resources creatively, builds or improves on existing systems, and leverages partnerships with complimentary organizations
  • Vision
    You know the area of social change in which you would like to work, and you can articulate the positive change that you would like to make

How to Apply:
Decide whether you will apply alone or as a group There is no advantage to applying one way or the other.

Individual applicants will complete both the standard online application form below and the “Hypothetical Scenario Essay.”

The purpose of the Hypothetical Scenario Essay is to judge the individual applicants’ ability to develop an innovative and impactful project plan. Plan of action in a logical, step-by-step manner. Individual applicants will not carry out the projects outlined in this essay; it is only an exercise to measure fellows’ attitude.

Individual applicants who are selected for the fellowship will be grouped into teams based on their interests as expressed in the written application and interview. Individual applicants need not respond to the Group Project Proposal.

Group Application:

Design a project using the criteria and template below that provides an innovative solution to an issue facing your community, state or country.
Budget: N400,000
Additional Resources: U.S. Consulate can introduce you to potential partners who can provide venues, materials, training and other types of support, but it’s up to you to close the deals
Timeline: 1 year (but you can of course continue the project after the year is completed)
Location: Lagos
Team Size: 2-3 members

Tips

  • Do something that hasn’t been done before (Hint: lots of great ideas have been launched abroad but have not yet made it to Nigeria. You still get credit for being first if you’re the first do it here!)
  • Create a systemic change rather than a localized change (i.e. improve NYSC vs. train 50 NYSCers)
  • Think creatively about leveraging the consulate’s contact network (businesses, government officials, journalists, entertainers, academics, civil society leaders, human rights activists, etc.)
  • Gets the maximum value out of every last Kobo
  • Make your goals measurable
  • Follow the directions
  • Check for spelling and grammar
  • Be realistic about what you can achieve; do not overshoot, and do not undershoot
  • ****Clearly spell out how your tasks accomplish your goals. Eliminate tasks that do not accomplish your goals.****
  • Show how you will draw on your own unique skills and professional networks to complete the project

Group applicants need not respond to the Hypothetical Scenario.

Timeline:

  • Application Deadline : January 9, 2015
  • Interviews: January 23 – 31, 2015
  • Notification of Admission: February 2015

 

Apply Now for the Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative

 

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The 2013 Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative.

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

 The Carrington Youth Fellowship Programme

The Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI), a dynamic, youth-based fellowship programme launched in late 2011 by the US Consulate General, Lagos, is now accepting applications for its 2013 programme year.

CYFI is a yearlong programme in which outstanding young Nigerians are selected as fellows and grouped into teams to design and implement a project with a social impact. The US Consulate General, Lagos, provides selected fellows with financial support for their projects, networking opportunities, and a transportation stipend. In addition, fellows meet other like-minded youth and build a closer relationship with the Consulate.

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