THE 25 ACCEPTED FELLOWS RECEIVE:
Resource access: CGI Fellows gain access to mentorship, resources, networks, and partnerships through CGI and its network. This enables Fellows to compete to secure funding, have access to expertise, and opportunities to collaborate to enhance the success of their projects.
Participation at the CGI Annual Meeting: Receive an all-expenses-paid trip to attend the Clinton Global Initiative 2025 Annual Meeting in New York City in September 2025. This includes coverage for conference registration, travel expenses, and accommodation.
Virtual and in-person community building events: CGI Fellows receive exclusive invitations to events that aim to foster a sense of community within the cohort, strengthen relationships among peers, network, and share progress on their Commitments to Action.
Impact evaluation: Fellows are required to measure and report the impact of their projects against the goals they set out in their initial Commitment to Action proposal.
CRITERIA FOR APPLYING:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of admission
Commitment to Action that aligns with a CGI focus area
Current resume or CV
Responses to three essay prompts on entrepreneurship, leadership, and partnerships
Letter of Recommendation
IMPORTANT DATES:
Application opens: October 15, 2024
Apply by November 20, 2024 for early decision
Apply by December 20, 2024 for regular decision
Fellows accepted: February 2025
CGI Fellowship commences: April 2025
CGI Annual Meeting: September 2025
CGI Fellowship ends: End of 2025
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
Part-time, personalized program means fellows can continue their other pursuits: full-time or part-time employment, schooling, family responsibilities
No relocation necessary
No cost to participate
One-year fellowship experience is virtual except for the in-person CGI Annual Meeting in September in New York City, which all CGI Fellows are invited to attend, expenses covered
Link to apply: https://www.clintonfoundation.org/programs/general/clinton-global-initiative/fellowship/?