Futurelect Women In Public Office: South Africa Programme 2023

The Women in Public Office: South Africa programme is a unique initiative to provide training and support networks to women and gender non-conforming people who are already in public office, or candidates who wish to run for elected office in the 2024 general election.

• 5 Long Weekend Seminars
• 5 Months of Deep Learning?
• 5 Years In Alumni Community?

About Futurelect

Women In Public Office: South Africa Programme

Aim and Benefits of Women In Public Office: South Africa Programme

This programme will help you to:

• Gain a deeper understanding of your public purpose and personal narrative
• Understand the complexities and practicalities of a life in the public eye and how to navigate these
• Learn practical skills in the art of influence, persuasion and negotiation required for running election campaigns
• Become equipped with the tools to enhance awareness and improve decision-making in the delivery of your mandate
• Learn about the importance of managing a successful transition into public office
• Gain skills needed to be resilient amidst the challenges that may come with your public leadership journey

Requirements for Women In Public Office: South Africa Programme Qualification

To be eligible for the Women in Public Office: South Africa Programme you must:

• Be an elected public representative seeking re-election in 2024 or a new candidate planning to run for public office in the upcoming 2024 general elections in South Africa.
• Be a proven and ethical leader in your chosen profession, educational institution, community and society;
• Reside in South Africa and be eligible to contest for office in the 2024 national and provincial elections;
• be aged between 18-45, although applicants slightly outside this age-range will also be considered.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

The programme runs for 9 months. Our fellows are required to attend seven in-residence seminars which each take place over four days and three nights. Our seminar weekends usually start on Friday and end on Monday.

For more details, visit Futurelect website.