The AKFC International Youth Fellowship offers recent graduates and early-career professionals in Canada a chance to enhance their careers with a global perspective. The AKFC fellowship program combines a three-week intensive pre-departure training in Ottawa with an eight-month overseas placement. Fellows work with local organizations across Africa and Asia, implementing programs to improve the quality of life in communities through the support of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN).
Fellows are placed in one of three streams: International Development Management (IDM), International Microfinance and Microenterprise (IMM), or Young Professionals in Media (YPM). Placements are tailored to their skills and interests, providing hands-on experience in fields such as health, education, microfinance, or media. The funded fellowship program’s collaborative nature equips participants with the tools and insights needed to make meaningful contributions to their host organizations and local communities.
The youth fellowship program covers most expenses, including travel, accommodation, vaccinations, health insurance, and a stipend for living costs. Fellows gain invaluable experience working in challenging yet rewarding environments while contributing to sustainable development. A one-time contribution of CAD $1,000 is required from selected participants to support program costs. This opportunity provides a strong foundation for personal and professional growth on a global scale.
AKFC International Youth Fellowship 2026-27:
Locations:
- Ottawa and overseas placement
Youth Fellowship Duration:
- A three-week management training seminar in Ottawa (May 24 – June 15, 2025)*
- An eight-month overseas placement (July 2025 to February 2026)
Financial Support of the International Youth Fellow Program:
- Covers most costs of living and working overseas
- International travel provided
- Accommodation arranged
- Vaccinations covered
- Health insurance included
- Modest stipend to support living expenses
- Note: Selected candidates must make a one-time contribution of CAD $1,000 toward Fellowship cost
Check KWI International Fellowship in Germany 2026-27 | Funded
Eligibility Criteria of the AKFC International Youth Fellowship 2026:
AKFC Fellowship Deadline:
- The last date to apply for the February 1, 2026.
