Official account of the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders | An @ECAatState program implemented by @IREXIntl | #MWFCelebrates10 #YALI2024

Core values

- **Leadership Development and Community Service**: The fellowship empowers young African leaders through academic coursework, leadership training, and networking, enabling them to serve their communities more effectively[3][4][5].
- **Addressing Socioeconomic Challenges**: Fellows work on various issues such as health, education, disability, gender management, climate change, digital inclusion, employment, and poverty reduction, which are critical societal needs[3][4][5].
- **Promoting Inclusive Societies**: The program emphasizes the inclusion of women, the disabled, LGBTIQ individuals, and other marginalized groups, contributing to more just and inclusive societies[4].
- **Economic and Social Impact**: Fellows start and grow businesses, improve government accountability and transparency, and engage in community projects that have a significant impact on the quality of life in their communities[4][5].
- **Networking and Collaboration**: The fellowship fosters broad and enduring networks among fellows and with external organizations, enhancing the sustainability and impact of their projects[4].