Call For Applications 2021. South Africa needs future leaders. Will you be one of them?

South Africa needs future leaders.

Will you be one of them?

The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung South Africa believes in the power of young people. It invites 25 aspiring and talented students from Eastern Cape Universities (Fort Hare, Rhodes, NMU and WSU) to the 2021 “Fort Hare Autumn School on Social Democracy and Political Economy” – a leadership programme supplementing the formal academic curriculum of university students. It is a unique opportunity to enhance your critical thinking, leadership qualities and knowledge on Social Democracy and Political  Economy. The Autumn School defines Social Democracy as the equal realisation of the fundamental values of freedom, justice and solidarity. The programme aims to enable South Africa’s next generation of leaders to become active and socially responsible citizens who aspire to promote a better life for everyone.

Deadline for Applications is Friday, 23 April 2021!

Late applications will unfortunately not be considered.

Interviews with short-listed students will take place at the respective universities from 4-7 May 2021!

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