Professional Fellows for Governance and Society, South and Central Asia

Program Duration: September 2013 to December 2019
Countries: India, Nepal, Pakistan
Funder: U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Contact: megan.zacher@worldlearning.org

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The Professional Fellows for Governance and Society, South and Central Asia program, running from September 2013 to December 2019, is an initiative funded by the U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Administered by World Learning, this program focuses on bringing together young professionals from India, Pakistan, and Nepal to foster the exchange of ideas, strategies, and best practices in legislative processes and policymaking.

Program Description:

This program targets emerging leaders between the ages of 25-40, facilitating a two-way exchange between India, Pakistan, Nepal, and the United States. Participants will engage in a dynamic process of sharing ideas, enhancing leadership skills, and establishing sustainable connections with their professional counterparts. The primary objective is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the U.S. legislative process, achieved through a professional fellowship with a U.S. organization or government office.

Key Components:

Professional Fellowship: Participants will be matched with a U.S. organization or government office, where they will gain firsthand experience in the U.S. legislative process.
Civic Engagement: Enrichment activities such as meetings with key stakeholders, dialogues, site visits, and participation in the Professional Fellows Congress will enhance participants' understanding of civic life.
Themes and Topics: The program covers themes related to legislation and governance, including good governance, legislative processes, the role of women and minorities in civil society, decentralization, youth engagement, NGO development, post-conflict transitions, and non-violent civic participation.

Application Details:

Interested candidates can apply for the Spring 2018 cohort with an application deadline of November 30, 2017. The program offers a unique opportunity for individuals committed to making a positive impact in the fields of governance and society.

For more information and to apply, please visit the Professional Fellows for Governance and Society, South and Central Asia Online Link.

Seize this chance to be part of a transformative program that nurtures leadership and fosters international collaboration in the realms of governance and policymaking.

Professional Fellows for Governance and Society, South and Central Asia