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Sir Cyril Taylor Young African Leaders Program 2026
(AFS Youth Assembly – Fully Funded)

AFS Youth Assembly
Supported by the Sir Cyril Taylor Charitable Foundation

Program Location
• Geneva, Switzerland
• (Virtual components before and after the Assembly)

Eligibility Criteria • Must be between 18 – 35 years old • Must be a citizen or resident of a Sub-Saharan African country • Demonstrated leadership experience or involvement in social impact initiatives • Actively engaged in community development or SDG-related projects • Proficient in English (working/intermediate level) • Available to attend the AFS Youth Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland • Willing to replicate the program impact in their local community Not Eligible • Applicants outside Sub-Saharan Africa • Individuals unable to commit to post-program community impact activities

The Sir Cyril Taylor Young African Leaders Program is a fully funded leadership and capacity-building initiative designed for young leaders from Sub-Saharan Africa. The program empowers participants who are driving social impact aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and equips them with global leadership, intercultural competence, and community development skills through the AFS Youth Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be between 18 – 35 years old

• Must be a citizen or resident of a Sub-Saharan African country

• Demonstrated leadership experience or involvement in social impact initiatives

• Actively engaged in community development or SDG-related projects

• Proficient in English (working/intermediate level)

• Available to attend the AFS Youth Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland

• Willing to replicate the program impact in their local community

Not Eligible
• Applicants outside Sub-Saharan Africa
• Individuals unable to commit to post-program community impact activities

Funding / Program Benefits
The program is fully funded and includes:

• Full participation in the AFS Youth Assembly (Geneva, Switzerland)

• International travel support

• Accommodation during the program

• AFS Global Competence Certificate (virtual)

• Pre-Assembly leadership training and workshops

• “Effect+ in the Community” impact workshop

• Seed funding and mentorship for a 6-month community project

• Access to a global network of young leaders

Program Level
• Leadership & Capacity-Building Program
• Youth Development & Social Impact Training

Focus Areas
• Youth Leadership
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• Community Development
• Social Innovation
• Global Citizenship
• Intercultural Learning

Host Institution / Event Venue
• AFS Youth Assembly
• Geneva, Switzerland

20 februari 2026

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