Yiaga Africa Turn Up Democracy Challenge 2023

Yiaga Africa announces the call for applications for the Turn-Up Democracy Challenge 1.0. The challenge invites young people to submit creative ideas on how to work with policymakers to solve a social problem in their community or innovative ways to promote social cohesion.

The Turn Up Democracy Challenge 1.0 is aimed at inspiring civic action, supporting youth enterprise, and advancing social cohesion. Grants will be awarded to successful applicants to execute proposed projects in local communities. Submitted ideas will be evaluated based on innovation, inclusion, expected results and sustainability of the proposed project.

About Yiaga Africa

Yiaga Africa was launched as a student organization in 2007 at the University of Jos, Nigeria and has since established itself as a leading civil society organization in Africa. Since its inception, it has carved a niche for itself as one of Africa’s frontline non-profit organizations promoting participatory democracy, human rights and civic participation. With its operational base in Abuja, Nigeria, Yiaga Africa focuses on in-depth research, providing critical analysis on key democratic and governance issues, crafting practical solutions, training and empowering citizens to lead chan... read more

Yiaga Africa Turn Up Democracy Challenge

Aim and Benefits of Yiaga Africa Turn Up Democracy Challenge

• Financial support to implement innovative proposals, ideas, or innovations.
• Increased visibility and international recognition for innovative solutions

Requirements for Yiaga Africa Turn Up Democracy Challenge Qualification

Applicants must be;

• Between the ages of 18 – 25
• A citizen and resident in Nigeria
• Available for a two-day training workshop
• A registered voter

Application Deadline

How to Apply

• Women and Persons Living with Disabilities are STRONGLY encouraged to apply.
• Only successful applicants will be contacted on or before Friday October 20th, 2023.

For more details,visit Yiaga Africa website