- Duration: Several months (multi-phase training program)
- Location: Hybrid (online sessions and local activities in the participant’s country)
- Funding: Support for selected community projects (may include small grants and mentorship)
- Fees: Not specified (typically free or fully funded)
- Application Process: Online application through the official website
- Language: Arabic or English
- Program Phases:
- Intensive training
- Local engagement and training of others
- Community project implementation
- Graduation and alumni network access
Publish Date
4/4/2026
Application Deadline
4/20/2026
Opportunity Type
Fellowships
Publisher
Foras Khadra
Available Countries
The Arab World, Palestine, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Yemen, Egypt, Sudan, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Mauritania, Djibouti, Somalia, Comoros
Description
The OML MENA Fellowship is a leadership program designed for young people in the Middle East and North Africa. It aims to empower young leaders and changemakers by developing their skills in sustainability and social innovation. The program focuses on building participants’ capacity to become impactful leaders in their communities through training, mentorship, and hands-on project implementation. During the fellowship, participants learn how to design and implement community initiatives, train other young participants (Champions), and spread knowledge to create wider social impact.
Details
Eligibility Criteria
- Age: 18–40 years
- Must be from a MENA country
- Interest in sustainability, community development, or social innovation
- Prior experience in community initiatives or projects
- Ability to commit to the full program
- Willingness to lead and train others
- Access to internet for online participation
Opportunity Benefits
- Advanced training in leadership and sustainability
- Mentorship from experts and leaders
- Opportunity to implement a real community project
- Partial funding/support for selected projects
- Networking with young leaders across the Arab region
- Access to a regional and global alumni network
- Development of leadership, teamwork, and social impact skills