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About this opportunity

A one‑year fellowship empowering 30 young leaders globally to design and implement digital development projects in their communities. Fellows receive mentorship, training, and financial support to turn ideas into impactful initiatives.

Benefits include:

Financial support to implement a digital project locally
Training and mentorship from ITU experts and partners
Global recognition as part of ITU’s Generation Connect initiative
Networking with peers and digital leaders worldwide
$5,000 project grant
Additional $5,000 for top projects
Leadership training & mentorship
Global networking

Who can apply

Age: 18-28
Applicants must be enrolled in or recently graduated from STEM or closely related fields
Strong interest in digital development and community impact
Must propose a project idea aligned with ITU’s digital inclusion goals
Application form completed by 31 March 2026 (23:59 CET)
Shortlisted candidates must provide:
Proof of ID
Proof of studies
Two references
Video message (motivation + project idea)
Programme conducted in English only
In college or university
Just graduated
Volunteer

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Generation Connect Young Fellowship

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Opportunity type

Fellowship

Funding

Fully Funded

Location

Global

Deadline

Archived

About this opportunity

Benefits include:

Financial support to implement a digital project locally
Training and mentorship from ITU experts and partners
Global recognition as part of ITU’s Generation Connect initiative
Networking with peers and digital leaders worldwide
$5,000 project grant
Additional $5,000 for top projects
Leadership training & mentorship
Global networking

Who can apply

Age: 18-28
Applicants must be enrolled in or recently graduated from STEM or closely related fields
Strong interest in digital development and community impact
Must propose a project idea aligned with ITU’s digital inclusion goals
Application form completed by 31 March 2026 (23:59 CET)
Shortlisted candidates must provide:
Proof of ID
Proof of studies
Two references
Video message (motivation + project idea)
Programme conducted in English only
In college or university
Just graduated
Volunteer

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