GCC/CDF Global Changemaker Fellowship

Deadline: Sep 15, 2025

other

6 months (duration)

unfunded

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

The GCC/CDF Global Changemaker Fellowship is a six-month virtual leadership accelerator launched as a collaborative initiative between the Global Changemaker Collective (GCC) and Connecting Dreams Foundation (CDF). This program is designed to cultivate a strong pipeline of emerging social change leaders who are actively transforming their local communities.

📝 About the Fellowship

This immersive program empowers fellows with the skills, tools, mentorship, and global network needed to amplify the impact of their grassroots initiatives. Fellows will engage in:

Interactive Workshops
Leadership Training
Peer Learning
One-on-One Mentorship

The program is built to enhance each changemaker's ability to collaborate, adapt, and grow their initiatives in a sustainable and impactful way.

Focus Areas:

Systems Thinking: Understanding interconnections within systems and designing holistic solutions.
Thought Leadership: Articulating vision, navigating diverse perspectives, and mobilizing communities.
Empathetic Leadership: Leading with compassion while balancing tradition and innovation.
Adaptive & Collaborative Leadership: Co-creating solutions and embracing inclusive collaboration.

🎁 Benefits of the Fellowship

Participants of the GCC/CDF Global Changemaker Fellowship will receive the following benefits:

Workshops & Immersive Training: Hands-on workshops led by global practitioners to gain actionable skills.
Personalized Mentorship & Strategic Consultations: Tailored guidance and feedback from experienced mentors.
Global Peer Network & Cross-Cultural Collaboration: Build meaningful relationships and spark collaborative impact.
Access to Global Tools & Knowledge Resources: Cutting-edge frameworks and resources for scalable solutions.
Systems Thinking for Holistic Impact: Analyze problems through a systems lens for long-term impact.
Transformational Leadership Development: Cultivate bold thinking, effective communication, and collective action.
Adaptive & Collaborative Changemaking: Emphasize flexibility, resilience, and inclusive partnerships.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the fellowship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Demonstrated passion and commitment to addressing challenges in local communities through sustainable initiatives.
Evidence of leadership skills and the potential to inspire and mobilize others.
Willingness and ability to commit to a six-month virtual program, including workshops and mentorship sessions.
Proficiency in English, as the program is conducted in English.
Access to a reliable internet connection and necessary technology for virtual participation.

📅 Application Details

Date Published: August 9, 2025
Application Deadline: September 15, 2025

Application Process:

Visit the official GCC/CDF Global Changemaker Fellowship website to apply.
Complete the application form and submit it before the deadline.

The fellowship is sponsored by the Global Changemaker Collective (GCC).

📌 Key Dates

Application Deadline: September 15, 2025

For more details and to apply, visit the GCC/CDF Global Changemaker Fellowship page.

Benefits

Workshops & Immersive Training: Fellows engage in hands-on workshops led by global practitioners, gaining actionable skills and knowledge directly aligned with their community-driven initiatives.
Personalized Mentorship & Strategic Consultations: Each fellow is matched with experienced mentors who offer tailored guidance, critical feedback, and ongoing support to strengthen and scale their projects.
Global Peer Network & Cross-Cultural Collaboration: Fellows join a diverse community of changemakers from around the world-building meaningful relationships, exchanging ideas, and sparking collaborative impact across regions and sectors.
Access to Global Tools & Knowledge Resources: Participants are equipped with cutting-edge frameworks, toolkits, and resources to help them navigate local challenges and implement scalable, sustainable solutions.
Systems Thinking for Holistic Impact: Fellows learn to analyze problems through a systems lens developing solutions that account for root causes, interdependencies, and long-term impact.
Transformational Leadership Development: The program cultivates the leadership capacity of fellows to think boldly, communicate effectively across differences, and inspire collective action within their communities.
Adaptive & Collaborative Changemaking: The fellowship emphasizes flexibility, co-creation, and resilience helping fellows lead change through inclusive partnerships and adaptive action.

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