WomenLift Health Southern Africa Leadership Journey 2026 Program
Are you a woman with leadership potential? Applications are now open for the WomenLift Health Southern Africa Leadership Journey 2026 Program. This fully funded, 12-month program is designed to empower women leaders in health by providing a safe space for growth, mentorship, and skill development.
📖 About WomenLift Health Southern Africa Leadership Journey
The WomenLift Health Southern Africa Leadership Journey is a fully funded, 12-month program aimed at supporting talented women leaders in health. The program offers:
- A safe space for exploring authentic leadership through vulnerability and reflection.
- An inclusive and diverse network fostering a strong sense of belonging.
- Tools and strategies to enhance voice, presence, and influence.
- Support from peers, mentors, and coaches.
Participants will gain contextualized tools and frameworks to address individual, organizational, and societal challenges faced by women leaders in global health.
🎁 Benefits of the Program
Hybrid Learning
- Facilitated virtual and in-person group sessions.
- Interactive workshops and leadership frameworks.
Virtual Mentorship
- Access to a network of strong mentors to champion women leaders.
Virtual Coaching
- Personal leadership coaching to navigate change and adapt to challenges.
In-Person Sessions
- A 3-day Leadership Immersion (May 26–28, 2026) for hands-on learning and skill application.
- A 2-day Lift-Off session (February 17–18, 2027) to reflect on lessons learned.
Program Dates
- Duration: March 2026 – February 2027.
- All touchpoints are mandatory, while JourneyPLUS events are optional.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Identify as a woman.
- Mid-Career Leader: 10–25 years of work experience or mid-career status in their institution.
- Residency: Citizen residing and working in one of the following countries:
- Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, eSwatini, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
- Work Focus: Public health policy, practice, and/or research at a national or regional level.
- Language Proficiency: Fluency and confidence in written and verbal English communication.
📅 Program Details
- Duration: March 2026 – February 2027
- Format: Hybrid (virtual and in-person elements)
- Cost: Free (all program costs, including travel and lodging, are covered)
📝 Application Process
The application process requires 2–3 hours to complete in one sitting. You may save your progress and return later. A complete application must include:
- A current CV or resume.
- A letter of recommendation.
- A description and outline of a health leadership project you plan to pursue during the program.
📌 Key Dates
- Date Published: September 4, 2025
- Application Deadline: September 18, 2025
🌐 Application Portal
- View program details: WomenLift Health Southern Africa Leadership Journey
- Apply here: WomenLift Health Southern Africa Leadership Journey Application
This is a unique opportunity to join a transformative leadership journey and make a lasting impact in global health. Don't miss out—apply today!
- Hybrid Learning: Learning Touchpoints are facilitated, virtual and in-person group sessions.
- Virtual Mentorship: Effective women leaders are championed by a network of strong supports, including that of mentors.
- Virtual Coaching: Having a personal leadership coach is critical in helping navigate change and adapting to new challenges on the path towards leadership roles.
- In-Person Sessions: The ‘Leadership Immersion’ is a 3-day experiential convening that takes place a few months into the Journey.
