Global Fellows in Courage (GFiC) Fellowship Program

Deadline: 1 April 2025

Global Fellows in Courage (GFiC) is a 6-month accelerator program (via Zoom) designed for social entrepreneurs aged 25-35 who are working to advocate for human rights and gender justice. The mission of the fellowship program is to help emerging leaders drive bold and courageous social change, improve their effectiveness, and advance their missions throughout the world.

Funding Information

GFIC Stipend
- Each Fellow will receive a $2,500 stipend upon successful completion of the program, acknowledging their dedication, active participation, and commitment to the fellowship.
GFiC Grant Program
- Upon Successful completion, Fellows are eligible to apply for up to $10,000 to support progress on their projects.

Additional Benefits

GFiC believes in the power of knowledge and networks, and access to resources and aims to equip Fellows with:
- Concepts
  - Fellows gain access to an online curriculum and meet twice monthly via Zoom.
- Cohort
  - Fellows gain access to a global community of human rights leaders. They remain engaged as alumni of both GFiC and the Brown University’s Center for Human Rights and Humanitarian Studies.
- Connections
  - Fellows gain access to GFiC’s global network of experts who support the advancement of their mission and impact.
- Certificate
  - Fellows receive a certificate of completion from GFiC and Brown University Center for Human Rights and Humanitarian Studies.

Eligibility Criteria

Requirements:
- Applicants are between the ages of 25 and 35, with exceptions possible.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in human rights advocacy, activism, community organizing, or social entrepreneurship.
- Demonstrated engagement in Gender Justice or related areas.
- Proficiency in English is mandatory.

Program Expectations

Applicants should have sufficient control of their time/schedule, being able to commit to program expectations. Failure to meet program commitments may result in ineligibility for the grant program.
GFiC Fellows are expected to:
- Attend Synchronous Sessions
  - Two 3-hour Zoom sessions per month, engaging in discussions, skill-building, and real-world applications.
- Complete all pre-work
  - Including videos, reading and short assignments. Up to 4-6 hours per month.
- Work on a Project
  - Make progress on a project throughout the course of the program and pitch the project during the final cohort session.
- Access Coaching
  - Participate in group coaching sessions and meet with your individual coach at least twice monthly.