Encouraging exceptionally talented Asian persons under 40 to expand their professional networks, understanding of Asian development, leadership abilities, and exposure to other cultures is the goal of the dynamic and comprehensive Asia Foundation Development Fellows programme. The initiative is in line with the Foundation's nearly seven-decade history of supporting the most outstanding young people in the area for leadership roles.

The 2025 Asia Foundation Development Fellows Program aims to address the global climate crisis by focusing on Climate Action. Eligibility requires candidates to have a career background or vocation addressing climate change and a proven commitment to a resilient, sustainable future. The program is designed to develop leadership skills and includes a multidisciplinary cohort. Fellows may come from various fields, including environmental sciences, sustainability, community engagement, and policy and law. No professional background is ineligible if they can demonstrate the intersection of their work with climate action.

The Asia Foundation Development Fellows program offers interactive leadership training modules, site visits, short assignments, and sessions on self-awareness and wellness. The program focuses on strategic thinking, decision-making, critical perspectives, problem-solving skills, and innovative approaches in leadership and management. The program takes place in Asia and the Pacific, addressing local needs and challenges, and focusing on climate action trends and innovative work in the climate space.

Don't miss out on the application deadline which July 29, 2024.