The YSA Fellowship Programme accepts applications biannually, in a synchronous process throughout all YSA stations. The Programme aims to educate and empower young individuals to become experts in their own respective fields and equip them with the right skillset to kickstart their own initiatives and become inspiring leaders.

The Fellowship Programme has been developed in light of an analysis of existing leadership training programmes, and the months-long collaborative efforts of leading experts. In this capacity, YSA has partnered with Harvard Business Review, and makes frequent use of its content and case studies throughout the Fellowship Programme. The Fellowship Programme aims to provide specialized, technical knowledge, in addition to furthering candidates’ general abilities and talents.

The selection process for the YSA Fellowship Programme is a highly competitive one. All individuals, regardless of whether or not they are existing volunteers for YSA, are encouraged to apply during one of two yearly application periods. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview, after which successful YSA Fellowship Candidates will be selected. Fellowship Candidates will initially receive an introductory I-GEM training. This will be followed by a six month long active training period, wherein Candidates will be expected to complete the specialized tasks given to them. Upon completion of this period, the Candidates that have successfully demonstrated their commitment to the Programme are awarded a 4,000 Euro worth, full fee-waiver to the Trust Leadership School. The training provided by the Trust Leadership School is a highly exclusive one, available to promising leaders, in order to enhance their personal growth and cooperative skills.

All participants that successfully complete the YSA Fellowship Programme will be given certificates of achievement for their respective fields, and their names and contact information displayed on the Fellowship tab of the YSA official website. Fellows’ projects have the chance to receive micro-funds, and are now part of the YSA Fellow Network, bringing together young leaders across the globe.

The YSA Fellowship Programme is divided into six categories, depending on the personal interests of participants. During their application, candidates are requested to select one of the categories to become their field of specialization. All Fellow Candidates are provided curated content including videos, readings, and meetings with experts, in addition to a general module for all Fellow Candidates. A diagram of the six categories with more information on their content and gains can be found below.