Applications are now open for the MCW Young Leaders Fellowship Program 2025 in the United States! This fully funded program, offered by MCW Global, is designed for international students aged 18-26 who are passionate about leading community projects in education, health, and economic security. The year-long fellowship focuses on developing leadership skills, global citizenship, self-awareness, and vision planning. Key Details Dates: July 15-24, 2025 Application Deadline: November 10, 2024 Eligibility: Open to all nationalities Financial Benefits The MCW Young Leaders Fellowship covers all costs, including: International Economy Flights: For international participants Domestic Economy Flights: For U.S. participants Housing: From July 5-15, 2025 Meals: Three meals per day from July 6-15, 2025 Round-Trip Travel: From New York to Burlington, Vermont Public Transportation: To/from JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark Airports Costs Covered by MCW: International Economy Flights Domestic Economy Flights Housing (July 5-15, 2025) Meals (July 6-15, 2025) Round-trip travel to Burlington, Vermont Public transportation to/from major airports Costs Not Covered by MCW: Passport Fees Visa Fees In-Country Costs: (e.g., travel to the airport, extra baggage fees) Program Structure The fellowship begins with a community needs assessment, followed by a month-long virtual program to enhance leadership skills. Participants will spend 10 months developing action plans with support from alumni mentors. Eligibility Criteria To apply, candidates must: Demonstrate commitment to their community Identify a relevant issue in education, health, or economic security Be between 18-26 years old by June 1, 2025 Be fluent in English (written and spoken) Commit to the community needs assessment and the in-person program Have reliable internet access for communication Submit a completed application by the deadline Required Documents Resume/CV Two Letters of Recommendation Selection Timeline October 9, 2024: Applications open November 10, 2024: Applications close December 1, 2024: First-round decisions sent out December 12, 2024: Second-round applications close January 7-16, 2025: Interviews with alumni January 23, 2025: Acceptances sent out February 1, 2025: Confirmation of acceptances February 6, 2025: Visa interview confirmation June 1-30, 2025: Community needs assessment July 6-15, 2025: In-person training in New York and Vermont July 15-24, 2025: Fellowship duration How to Apply To apply for the MCW Young Leaders Fellowship Program, complete the online application form and upload the required documents. For more information and to access the application, visit the official MCW website.