Young African Leaders Initiative

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## The Young African Leaders Initiative 

The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) is the United States’ signature effort to invest in the next generation of African leaders.
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Mandela Washington Fellowship

The Mandela Washington Fellowship is YALI’s flagship program, bringing African civic, business, and community leaders for academic coursework, leadership training, and networking at U.S. colleges and universities.
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Regional Leadership Centers

The four YALI Regional Leadership Centers (RLCs) provide in-person and online training throughout the year in business and entrepreneurship, civic leadership and public management. They also offer opportunities for professional development and networking.
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YALI Network

The YALI Network provides free tools and resources to help young African leaders develop the skills and connections they need to become a positive force for change in their communities.
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About YALI

Learn more about the history of the  United States’ signature effort to invest in the next generation of African leaders. 
The history of the YALI Network 

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## Featured Africa4Her YALI Network Online Course

Advancing Women in Politics, Peace and Security
Women’s participation in political processes, roles in community peace and security.
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## What's New with YALI

Human RightsEmpowering Equality: Ibrahim’s Impact on Human Rights and Health Care Equality in NigeriaEmpowering Equality: Ibrahim’s Impact on Human Rights and Health Care Equality in Nigeria

Community GrowthCommunity ServiceHuman RightsWhat constitutes ‘dangerous speech,’ and what can you do about it?What constitutes ‘dangerous speech,’ and what can you do about it?

Career GrowthYALIProfessionals Virtual Event Recap: Apply, Select, RecruitYALIProfessionals Virtual Event Recap: Apply, Select, Recruit

Career GrowthNetworking for Career SuccessNetworking for Career Success

Career GrowthAttributes of a Successful Job SeekerAttributes of a Successful Job Seeker

Community ServiceEntrepreneurshipIan Tarimo wanted to make change in Tanzania. The first step was listening.Ian Tarimo wanted to make change in Tanzania. The first step was listening.

Community ServiceYALIVoices: How Education and Volunteering Can Benefit a CommunityYALIVoices: How Education and Volunteering Can Benefit a Community

Community ServiceIdeas To Jump-Start Your Next Community Service ProjectIdeas To Jump-Start Your Next Community Service Project

Community ServiceEnvironmentLeadershipUncategorizedStrengthening Your Community Starts with Small Acts of ServiceStrengthening Your Community Starts with Small Acts of Service

Community ServiceEducationLeadershipYouth Mentoring and DevelopmentHis Goal? Empower Youth with Digital Literacy SkillsHis Goal? Empower Youth with Digital Literacy Skills

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## Watch the replay

SHAPING THE FUTURE: YOUNG AFRICAN LEADERS’ REFLECTIONS
YALI alumni reflect on their experiences during the African Leaders Summit. 
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APPLY, SELECT, RECRUIT: CREATING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE
Recommendations for improving job candidacy, recruiting candidates, and maintaining DEIA.
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Creating and Running a Business
Advice from Claude Grunitsky on how to start a business and manage business finances.
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Créer une entreprise
Advice from Claude Grunitsky on how to start a business and manage business finances.
Watch the French

## Learn about the…

Regional Leadership Centers
Leadership training programs for leaders ages 18-35.
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Mandela Washington Fellowship
Academic and leadership training for accomplished leaders ages 25-35.
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