Call for The Local Pathways Fellowship 2024 is open now!!!
The Local Pathways Fellowship seeks to provide young leaders with the tools, a platform and a guiding framework for action, and connect them with leading urban development experts and practitioners.
The fellows will take on a journey throughout which they will explore pathways for “localizing” the globally adopted goals and targets, exchange knowledge and ideas, and work to engage local stakeholders in a dialogue around strategies and plans their city needs to build a better future for its citizens.
Each year, the Local Pathways Fellowship (LPF) carefully selects a cohort of talented and passionate early-career professionals and students, aged between 18 and 30 years old, to participate in its transformative 10-month program. This fellowship presents a remarkable opportunity for individuals who are eager to deepen their knowledge and expand their horizons in the realm of sustainable urban development. Selected fellows are expected to dedicate 4-6 hours per week to the program, allowing for extensive learning and collaboration, from March to December.
LPF has actively participated in numerous global events, establishing its presence as a key player in the field of sustainable urban development. These events include Innovate4Cities, Malaysia Urban Forum, International Conference for Sustainable Development, Vatican Youth Symposium, Zero Emissions Solutions Conference, and World Urban Forum (WUF9 & WUF10), Through its engagement in these platforms, LPF has showcased innovative ideas and solutions developed by its fellows, while also gaining recognition and contributing to the global discourse on urban sustainability.
The 2024 cohort of the Local Pathways Fellowship will bring together a network of 100 young thought leaders, urban planners, sustainability advocates, researchers and innovators from 100 different cities across the world to advance local dialogue, collaboration and problem-solving around the Sustainable Development Goals and to make cities and urban settlements “smart, fair and sustainable”.
The LPF program is building on the success of the four cohorts under our belt. The Fellowship has recently expanded its team to increase the support and guidance provided for its fellows. The team has been constantly working on polishing the program curriculum and now focuses more on project development. The 2022 edition of the program also leverages global networking opportunities for its fellows. It aims to foster even more collaboration among fellows through cooperative assignments and peer-to-peer feedback. The fellows will be working more closely with the wider SDSN Youth network to build local connections through the SDG Students Hubs and SDSN’s national and regional networks for a bigger impact.
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United StatesBenefits
- The fellows will take on a 10-month journey throughout which they will explore pathways for “localizing” the globally adopted goals and targets, exchange knowledge and ideas, and work to engage local stakeholders in a dialogue around pathways towards a better future for their fellow citizens.
- The Local Pathways Fellowship is unpaid. The fellows will benefit from global visibility and exposure as champions for sustainable urban development, numerous opportunities to develop their expertise, as well as access to a vast network of SDG professionals and advocates.
- Duration of Position: This position requires a minimum commitment of 10 months, with a 2-month probation period
- Supervision: This position is supervised by the Project Lead of Local Pathways Fellowship Program.
- Compensation: This position is voluntary.
- Training: All fellows are required to complete all SDSN Youth online induction courses, including team training.
- The fellows will benefit from global visibility and exposure as champions for sustainable urban development, numerous opportunities to develop their expertise, as well as access to our vast network of SDG professionals and advocates.
- Being part of SDSN Youth and the Local Pathways Fellowship enables you to be at the forefront of efforts taken by the United Nations, governments, companies, and civil society in developing and leading a global movement for sustainable development and enables you to make an impact.
- Being part of a movement of young people, who are committed to sustainable development and are being equipped with the necessary skills and tools to overcome key challenges and meaningfully contribute to the achievement of SDGs in communities.
- SDSN Youth and the Local Pathways Fellowship enables you to build professional and personal relationships with high-level stakeholders in civil society, business, government, and the United Nations.
- By joining the Local Pathways Fellowship, you will be part of a diverse and exceptional group of fellows with a variety of cultural, religious, and political backgrounds, committed to sustainable development.
- The relationships you develop through SDSN Youth and the Local Pathways Fellowship could serve as a foundation for your future endeavors.
- Supported by our global team of experts, you will progress rapidly in a challenging but flexible, fulfilling, and meaningful environment.
- You may be selected to attend and/or speak at events
- Your experiences will become central to our program ́s efforts and legacy.
Eligibilities
In order to be selected as a Local Pathways Fellow, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years old at the time of application (exceptions may apply);
- Candidates must be based in the same city throughout the entire duration of the Fellowship (February through November 2021);
- Candidates must be fluent in English and the local language of the cities they represent;
- Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to and a solid understanding of the concept of sustainable development;
- Candidates must be able to commit a minimum of 5-7 hours each week on average;
- Candidates must have a stable internet connection;
- A minimum of one year of professional or academic experience in development practice, urban planning, community engagement and advocacy, or similar;
- A demonstrated background in research, development practice, advocacy or similar fields would be considered a strong asset.
- Candidates representing any city and country in the world are encouraged to apply, however, SDSN Youth will make efforts to ensure diversity of regional representation among the fellows.
Eligible Regions: Open for all.
Application Process
- To apply, go to the ‘Apply Link’ and fill out the form using necessary information and documents. ‘
- The 2024 Local Pathways Fellowship applications will be accepted from December 18, 2023, until January 22, 2024 at 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time).
- The selected fellows will be notified by January 28, 2024, 2023, and the Fellowship begins on March 1st, 2024.
Application Deadline: January 23, 2024
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