Call for Application: Young Citizens Forum 2025

About Young Citizens Forum

The Young Citizens Forum (formerly the Young Leaders Forum) is an inclusive program designed to address social, economic, and political challenges at local, regional, and global levels. It provides a platform for talented and engaged young individuals, including all activists, who are committed to promoting social justice and democracy. Since its inception in 2000, the program has been running in Tanzania and has cultivated a strong network of over 500 alumni, many of whom now hold key leadership positions nationwide.

Eligibility

The program is hosted at the FES office in Dar es Salaam, with sessions taking place over two to three days each month for 5 months. To apply for the program, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Age: Applicants must be between 21 and 35 years old.
• Nationality and Residency: The program is open to Tanzanian citizens living in Tanzania (both Mainland and Zanzibar). Applicants must be available in the country for the full duration of the program.
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification is required. However, students currently pursuing their first degree are also eligible to apply.
• Active Involvement: Applicants should be actively engaged in a project or initiative, or have previous experience in civil society, political parties, or trade unions.

Important Notice: The use of AI-generated responses in your application will result in disqualification.

Information Session

An information session will be held via Zoom on Monday, 24th February 2025, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM (EAT). This session is crucial as it will cover key details regarding the application process. Alumni from the program will also be available to share their experiences and answer questions. To participate, please register using the link provided.

Equal Opportunity Statement

This program is committed to equal opportunity, and the selection process does not discriminate based on gender or disability.

Application Timeline

• Application Period: Opens on Wednesday, 19th February 2025, and closes on Sunday, 2nd March 2025, at 11:55 PM (EAT).
• Next Steps: Successful applicants will be notified on the 17th of March to conduct the eligibility tests, which will take place on the 1st and 2nd of April 2025 for Mainland applicants and 8th of April 2025 for Zanzibar applicants.

Please ensure you review the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) before beginning your application. All official communication from FES will come through the email address info.tanzania(at)fes.de or the phone number +255 22 2668 575. Be cautious of scams, as FES does not charge any fees for applications or processing.

Application Process

For the best application experience, we recommend using a desktop or tablet device. The deadline for submitting applications is Sunday, 2nd March 2025, at 11:55 PM (EAT).

For any questions or further assistance, please contact us via email at info.tanzania(at)fes.de or by phone at +255 22 2668 575.