🇦🇹 Fully Funded: Ban Ki-moon Global Citizen Scholarship Program 2025

If you are an African student eager to drive meaningful change in your community, this is your chance! The Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens (BKMC) has launched the 8th round of the Global Citizen Scholarship Program, designed to empower young African leaders in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

About the Scholarship

This fully virtual program provides African youth with the knowledge, skills, and funding required to implement their own SDG Micro-Projects—initiatives aimed at addressing urgent local challenges. In 2025, 14 young Africans will be selected, alongside three students from Management Center Innsbruck (MCI) University, creating a diverse group of 17 changemakers.

Benefits of the Program

Fully Funded Training

Scholars will attend a two-week summer school at Management Center Innsbruck (MCI) University, with all expenses covered.

Expert-Led Workshops & Mentorship

Receive top-tier training in entrepreneurship for sustainable development, guided by professionals in the field.

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$500 Seed Funding

Each scholar will receive $500 in funding to kick-start their own SDG Micro-Project, fostering real community impact.

Global Peer Networking

Connect and collaborate with like-minded leaders from Africa and beyond.

Certificate of Achievement

Upon completing the program, scholars will receive a certificate signed by H.E. Ban Ki-moon and H.E. Dr. Heinz Fischer, co-chairs of BKMC.

Eligibility Criteria

This scholarship is open to African youth who meet the following requirements:

• African citizenship
• Aged 20 – 35 years at the time of application
• Master’s degree holder (or first-year Master’s students in exceptional cases)
• Proven commitment to the SDGs and global citizenship
• Minimum English proficiency level of B2 (European Standards)

How to Apply

The application process is competitive, so ensure your materials are well-prepared. Applicants must submit:

• Personal and professional details (name, education, experience, contact info)
• SDG Micro-Project proposal (title, problem statement, implementation plan)
• Motivational statement explaining why they should be selected
• CV highlighting achievements
• 30-second video introduction (MP4 or MOV format)
• High-quality portrait picture (JPEG or PNG format)

Application Deadline

The last date to apply for the Global Citizen Scholarship 2025 is February 25, 2025, at 3:55 AM GMT. Start your application now through the official submission portal.

Don’t miss out on this transformative opportunity to lead change in your community!

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