The Creative Changemakers Fellowship (CCMF) 2026 is a 3-month hybrid fellowship by Civichive for emerging Nigerian creatives. The program will run from September to November 2026 and will support 15 fellows.
Through virtual learning, in-person creative labs, mentorship, and hands-on production, fellows will create evidence-based content on social issues. In addition, the fellowship focuses on civic engagement, democratic participation, and social change in Nigeria.
Application Deadline: Not specified – please see official page
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
Program Duration: 3 months (September to November 2026); ~8 hours per week commitment
Program Location: Hybrid — virtual learning with in-person creative labs in Nigeria
Funding/Benefits: Monthly stipend during the fellowship period; Soft Grant to outstanding fellows
Award Provider: Civichive
About this Program
The Creative Changemakers Fellowship is designed for young Nigerian creatives who use storytelling, media, and art to address civic and social issues. Specifically, the fellowship supports participants who want to drive awareness, participation, and action through creative content.
Moreover, the program combines training and practice. Fellows will learn about social issues and civic engagement while strengthening their skills in content creation, research, data, and media ethics.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a Nigerian
- Be passionate about social and civic issues in Nigeria
- Show evidence of using media for mass action and awareness
- Be ready to commit to a 3-month hybrid fellowship and 8 hours weekly sessions
What Fellows Receive: In-depth training on social issues and civic engagement; capacity building on content creation, research, data and media ethics; mentorship with leading creators in Nigeria; monthly stipend during the fellowship period; soft grant to outstanding fellows; induction into the Creative Changemakers Fellowship network
Program Components Virtual learning, in-person creative labs, mentorship, and hands-on production. Fellows are also expected to participate actively and produce evidence-based content that addresses social and civic issues.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply through the fellowship application link provided by the organizers: http://bit.ly/ccmf2026.
However, applicants should review the full eligibility, timeline, and application guidance on the official page before submitting an application.
👉 Visit the official fellowship page for details
