Africa Youth Negotiators Fellowship (AYNF) – Cohort 4 Now Open for Applications

Application Deadline: July 28, 2025

The Africa Youth Negotiators Fellowship (AYNF) is back with its fourth cohort, offering a life-changing opportunity for passionate African youth to become influential climate leaders on both national and global stages.

This prestigious fellowship program equips young climate advocates with the diplomatic, technical, and strategic negotiation skills needed to play a key role in shaping the future of climate governance across Africa and beyond. From sitting at the negotiation table at the UN Climate Change Conferences (COP) to developing impactful climate policy briefs, AYNF Fellows don’t just participate—they lead.

About the AYNF Fellowship

Organized by the Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) in collaboration with UNICEF Ghana, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Ghana, and the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN), the AYNF Fellowship 2025 is designed to foster a new generation of African youth climate negotiators.

It provides a structured and immersive learning experience that blends theory, practice, and mentorship in an inclusive and Pan-African context.

Program Structure

The 2025 AYNF Fellowship is structured into two engaging phases over four weeks:

Phase 1 – Station 1: In-Person & Virtual Training

• Duration: 1 week
• Mode: Hybrid – Residential training in Ghana + Virtual participation
• Focus: Foundational training on climate diplomacy, multilateral negotiations, the UNFCCC process, and regional climate policy frameworks in Africa.

Phase 2 – Station 2: Virtual Working Groups

• Duration: 3 weeks
• Mode: Fully virtual
• Focus: Interactive working groups, guided mentorship, policy simulations, and collaborative assignments aligned with Africa’s priorities leading to COP30 in Brazil.

Who Should Apply?

The AYNF Fellowship is open to young leaders across Africa who meet the following criteria:

• Aged 15 to 35 years old
• Citizens of any African country
• Deep interest or background in climate policy, climate justice, or diplomacy
• Committed to completing both program phases
• Proficient in English, the official language of the fellowship

Why You Should Apply

Selected fellows will benefit from a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities, including:

• Advanced knowledge of international climate frameworks and UNFCCC mechanisms
• Mentorship from seasoned global climate negotiators and experts
• Participation in real-life policy simulations
• Opportunity to co-author policy documents and strategy briefs
• Access to an influential Pan-African network of youth climate advocates
• Direct involvement in national and international climate negotiations

This is not just another fellowship—it’s an empowering leadership journey designed to influence real policy decisions and strengthen Africa’s voice in global climate negotiations.

Don’t miss your chance to be at the heart of climate diplomacy.

Application Deadline

Apply by: July 28, 2025, at 11:59 PM GMT

For more information and to apply, CLICK HERE