Applications are now invited for the SDGs Advocate Programme (Cohort 8)—a dynamic leadership and capacity-building initiative aimed at empowering young Nigerians to champion sustainable development across the country.
The programme is structured to strengthen youth engagement in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by equipping participants with practical skills in advocacy, community mobilization, project design, and impact monitoring.
About the Programme
The SDGs Advocate Programme is a four-month intensive training and advocacy experience designed to cultivate a nationwide network of youth leaders committed to driving measurable progress on the SDGs.
What Participants Will Do
Selected advocates will:
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Lead or support SDG-focused community projects
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Mobilize peers toward sustainable action
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Promote SDG awareness in schools and communities
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Monitor and document local development efforts
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Contribute to a youth-driven accountability framework for SDG implementation
Programme Structure
The four-month programme combines:
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Structured virtual and/or in-person training sessions
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Practical field-based advocacy projects
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Peer collaboration and mentorship
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Impact reporting and knowledge sharing
By the end of the programme, participants will emerge as empowered SDG ambassadors capable of influencing policy conversations, inspiring grassroots action, and contributing meaningfully to Nigeria’s sustainable development journey.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the stated deadline through the official application portal (as announced by the organizers).
Youth leadership remains central to achieving sustainable development—and Cohort 8 presents a powerful opportunity to be part of that movement.
Don't miss out on the application deadline which is 27 February 2026.
Scroll down for more details and click on the official link attached to apply for this opportunity.
