Young Women Agribusiness Entrepreneurs and Innovators Program in USA 2018

Applications are been invited for the Young Women Agribusiness Entrepreneurs and Innovators Program in USA 2018, this program is organised by the united state department of states and only eligible persons will  be considered for this program

The goal of the Fellows Program is to build fellows’ capacity and skills in agro-entrepreneurship and agri-food system innovation and for them to learn about issues of women’s economic empowerment. Kenyan, Tanzanian and Ugandan fellows will develop their leadership capacity and professional skills through a fully funded four-week fellowship program in the United States.

Eligible Countries: Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda

To Be Taken At (Country):

 Eligibility: 

• 25-40 years old
• A citizen, national, or permanent resident of Tanzania, Kenya, or Uganda
• Is living and working in Tanzania, Kenya, or Uganda at the time of the application
• Speaks fluent English
• Has at least 2 years of professional/working experience in their field
• Has demonstrated leadership and collaborative skills and a commitment to community
• Has employer’s support for participating in the program (for those not self-employed). For those self-employed, has recommendation from local authorities at the district, county, and/or community levels
• Is interested in participating in a reciprocal program for American participants coming to your country
• Preference will be given to those who are in an earlier state of their careers
• Preference will be given to applicants who have not previously had the opportunity to travel to the US

 Application Deadline: 8th December 2017

How to Apply: Apply here

Visit the Program Webpage for Details