If you had the power and ideas that could change your community, what would you do?
We're calling you to lead, change and drive civic impact
So that change can happen through your voice
The NextGen Civic Leadership & Policy Development Fellowship is shaping a new wave of young leaders who understand governance and know how to make things work. For 9 months, you’ll learn, connect, and work directly within Anambra’s policy and civic spaces — turning your ideas into impact that matters.
Turn Your Passion for Change into Real Influence
If you’ve ever been frustrated by police extortion, poor infrastructure, failing public services, or the everyday misuse of public office — you’re not alone. The NextGen Leadership Fellowship gives you the chance to do something about it.
This 9-month program connects you with policy experts, civic leaders, and government institutions to help you learn, lead, and influence change where it matters most. You’ll gain real hands-on experience, expert mentorship, and the network to turn your ideas into impact — not just conversations.
Leadership Training
Expert Mentorship
Community Projects
Government Immersion
Civic Bootcamps
Powerful Networks
Career Growth
Alumni Support
This Is Where Your Influence Begins
Everything you’ll learn here is shaped around four pillars that prepare you to lead, engage, and drive meaningful change in your community.
Policy Development
Learn how real change starts from smart, people-focused policies.
Civic Engagement
Discover how to inspire participation and influence public change.
Leadership
SDGs
How it Works
Here’s how you become part of the Nextgen journey.
1
Apply & Get Selected
Submit your application and share why you’re ready to lead change in Anambra.
2
Learn, Lead & Engage
Join 30 fellows for 9 months of training, mentorship, and hands-on governance experience.
3
Implement & Impact
Launch your community project, apply your learnings, and become part of the NextGen Alumni Network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the fellowship?
Young people aged 21–35 from or connected to Anambra State who are passionate about leadership, governance, or civic work.