NIMD Kenya invites young people aged 18 to 23 to apply for their Democracy School. This programme is designed to build the capacity of youth with a strong interest in leadership, governance, and public service. The School aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to engage meaningfully in civil society organizations, political parties, and student associations and potentially seek elective, nominative or appointive positions.
The School
Duration: Seven days per semester (Two semesters)
Expected Start Date: January 2025
Location: Residential (outside Nairobi)
Target Age Group: 18 – 23 years
Eligibility Criteria
- A strong interest in leadership, democracy, governance, and electoral reform.
- Aged between 18 and 23 years.
- A demonstrated track record of active participation in relevant institutions.
To apply, please submit the following documents:
- A completed application form (with a passport photo attached). Please download the form here.
- Letter of endorsement from your institution/organization / political party.
- Curriculum vitae (CV).
(Note: Incomplete applications will automatically be disqualified)
Please email your application to [email protected] by Monday, 25 November, 2024. The subject line should include “Democracy School Application.” Applications received after this date will not be considered.
The application is open to all youth in the specified age category. However, young women, youth with disabilities, youth from marginalized communities, and those with no prior similar training are highly encouraged to apply!