Applications are open for the 2027 Katherine Fleming Women’s Leadership Course for African Women Leaders. The application deadline is January 15, 2027. This six-day in-person course will take place in Abuja, Nigeria, and brings together African women leaders to build practical leadership skills, strengthen economic agency, and advance justice and inclusion.
The course is offered by Coady Institute (St. Francis Xavier University) and is co-hosted with the International Media and Information Literacy Institute, National Open University of Nigeria. In addition, accepted participants receive a full bursary that covers major course costs.
Application Deadline: January 15, 2027
Eligible Countries: All African countries
Event Date / Duration: 6 days (course delivered May 17–22, 2027; arrive May 16, depart May 23, 2027)
Event Location: Abuja, Nigeria (in-person)
Funding/Benefits: Full bursary covering course tuition, accommodation, breakfast and lunch, and the graduation celebration supper
About this Event
The Katherine Fleming Women’s Leadership Course is a six-day, in-person learning experience for African women leaders. It focuses on connection, shared learning, and practical leadership tools that participants can apply in their work.
According to the provided information, the course supports leadership development in areas such as economic agency, justice, and inclusion. It is designed to help participants strengthen their leadership practice and build sustainable livelihoods.
Who Should Attend
This opportunity is intended for:
- African women leaders
- Emerging leaders from mid-level civil society organisations aligned with the co-operative movement, economic empowerment, protecting children, education, creating assets, health, and/or gender equality
- Women seeking to improve their skills and capabilities to enact economic agency and build sustainable livelihoods
Benefits include:
- Full bursary covering course tuition
- Accommodation
- Breakfast and lunch
- Graduation celebration supper
However, participants must cover evening meals, travel to and from Abuja, visa fees, cancellation insurance, and incidental costs. Travel bursaries are not available.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete their application through the official application page before the deadline. Because requirements may change, review the official pages carefully before submitting.
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