Civic Stewards Fellowship

The LeadNext Civic Stewardship Fellowship is a community-focused program for young Nigerians to strengthen local resilience and social development by understanding systemic community needs.

Overview

This Fellowship supports participants in understanding community needs, working collectively to address local challenges, and contributing to sustainable solutions that improve everyday life. Rather than focusing on individual leadership advancement, the program emphasizes shared responsibility, cooperation, and long-term community well-being. Fellows will engage directly with social, environmental, and civic challenges, learning how collective action, trust, and stewardship can strengthen communities and support national development from the ground up.


What the Program Offers

Guided learning on community resilience, social development, and civic responsibility

Practical exposure to community-based problem-solving and local initiatives

Team-based projects addressing real social, environmental, or economic challenges

Engagement with community practitioners, organizers, and development partners

A collaborative capstone project focused on improving resilience or social outcomes within a community

Program Structure

Duration

12 Weeks

Cohort Size

Up to 15 Fellows

Delivery Mode

Hybrid (virtual learning with select in-person engagements)

Language

English

Eligibility Criteria

1

Nigerian citizen aged 18–35 years

2

Demonstrated interest in strengthening community resilience and collective well-being

3

Commitment to work collaboratively and engage directly with communities

4

Ability to dedicate at least 4 hours per week for the duration of the Fellowship

Apply to Join the Next Cohort

Applications for the next cohort will open soon. If you are ready to grow as a public-minded leader and contribute to a more inclusive future for Nigeria, we invite you to apply.