Brief Description:

Join HerStart for a professional fellowship, advancing global gender equality, climate action and social innovation. Receive a benefits package to travel and collaborate with dynamic organizations and innovative women entrepreneurs in Ghana, Tanzania or Uganda.

Length of Placement: 3 months, full-time
Start Dates: January or May 2026
Location: Ghana, Tanzania or Uganda
Application Deadline: October 8 (January cohort); March 2 (May cohort). Positions are offered on a rolling basis – apply early!

YCI’s HerStart: Innovate the Future program delivers dynamic entrepreneurship and leadership training, mentorship and seed funding for young women to build businesses with positive community impact in Ghana, Tanzania and Uganda. We co-design and co-implement HerStart with local partners in each country, who contribute their unique expertise and advance their own organizational learning. We also leverage the energy and skills of Canadian volunteers through the International Fellowship program, advancing the personal and professional development of young professionals and students.

HerStart Fellows take on 3-month international placements, contributing to YCI’s mission while developing in-demand skills, networks and practical experience. Each International Fellow receives a holistic benefits package, which includes round-trip airfare, visas, health insurance, a monthly stipend and much more.

3-month fellowship opportunities include:
Program & Partnerships Fellow
Communications & Marketing Fellow
Research & Learning Fellow
Social Entrepreneurship Fellow

Read more and apply on our website: www.herstart.org

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