Global Fellows in Courage (GFiC) Fellowship 2025 (Online)

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Brown University posted 3 months ago
Posted: March 10, 2025 -Accepting applications

Opportunity Detail

Gender Male Female
Level Non-Degree /Short program
Number of Opportunity: 45
Eligible Region/Countries
All

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Medium of Instruction English
Field of study Human rights advocacy, gender justice, community organizing, and social entrepreneurship
Opportunity ID 81730
Funding Type Partially Funded
Duration July – December 2025 (6 months)

Opportunity Description

The Global Fellows in Courage (GFiC) is a unique six-month accelerator program designed to support emerging leaders committed to advocating for social justice and equality worldwide.

GFiC, in strategic partnership with Brown University’s Center for Human Rights and Humanitarian Studies (CHRHS), equips social entrepreneurs aged 25-35 with critical knowledge, resources, and a global network to enhance their effectiveness. The Program fosters leadership development through online training, mentorship, and real-world project implementation.

With a strong emphasis on advocacy, innovation, and strategic communication, GFiC aims to accelerate the impact of 45 selected Fellows in 2025. The Program includes a $2,500 stipend upon completion and offers additional grant funding of up to $10,000 for project advancement.

Key Details and Dates

Application Deadline: April 1, 2025
Result Announcement:
- Semi-finalists: May 1, 2025
- Final Selection: June 1, 2025
Fellowship Duration: July – December 2025 (6 months)
Grant Application Deadline: January 15, 2026
Funding Type: Fully funded
Organizers: Global Fellows in Courage (GFiC)
Partner: Brown University’s CHRHS
Eligible Countries: All countries
Eligible Gender: Male/female
Target Group: Social entrepreneurs, human rights advocates, and activists aged 25-35
Focus Areas: Human rights advocacy, gender justice, community organizing, and social entrepreneurship
Number of Opportunities: 45 Fellows
Program Language: English
Host Country: Online (via Zoom)

Benefits and Financial Aids

What does the program offer?

A $2,500 stipend will be awarded upon successful completion of the Program
Up to $10,000 in grant funding is available for select Fellows to advance their projects
Certificate of Completion from GFiC and Brown University’s CHRHS
Mentorship and coaching from global experts in human rights and advocacy
Networking opportunities with a worldwide community of human rights leaders
Access to online curriculum and interactive learning modules

Eligibility Criteria

Who can apply for this accelerator program?

Applicants must be 25 to 35 years old, with possible exceptions
Minimum of three years of experience in human rights advocacy, activism, social entrepreneurship, or community organizing
Demonstrated commitment to gender justice or related fields
Strong command of English (Program conducted in English)
Must be able to commit to all program activities

Program Expectations

Fellows must commit to all program activities, as failure to do so may affect grant eligibility. Expectations include:

Attend Sessions: Two 3-hour Zoom meetings per month for discussions and skill-building.
Complete Pre-work: Videos, readings, and short assignments (4-6 hours/month)
Work on a Project: Develop and present a project by the final session.
Access Coaching: Join group coaching and meet with an individual coach twice monthly.