About the Fellowship
A transformative initiative dedicated to harnessing the adventurous spirit, resilience, and innovative leadership of African youth.
Our Mission
To equip young African climate activists with the tools, networks, funding and mentorship needed to address the intersectional challenges of climate change across the continent.
Climate Action
Leading initiatives for sustainable environmental change across Africa
Youth Empowerment
Building the next generation of climate justice leaders
Community Impact
Creating lasting positive change in local communities
Our Team
Project Team
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Ngozi leads the Partnership and Innovation at the Development of Educational Action Network.
Ngozi Edum
Project Manager
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Doreen Mennom Oho is a development practitioner currently serving as the Technical Programs Lead at DEAN Initiative, a youth-led organization dedicated to enhancing healthy communities for young people.
Doreen Mennom Oho
Project Officer
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Uche Arinze is a dynamic educator, development strategist, and communications expert passionately shaping narratives that drive impact.
Uche Arinze
Project Communications Officer
Project Strategy Support Team
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Yazid Salahudeen Mikail is a data scientist, policy advocate, and climate change and sustainable development advocate.
Yazid Salahudeen Mikail
Data Scientist & Policy Advocate
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Joy Ify Onyekwere is a media professional, climate journalist, and strategic communicator with over seven years of experience in television, radio, and digital media.
Joy Ify Onyekwere
Media Professional & Climate Journalist
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Elona Erezi is a social impact catalyst systematically leading change and driving action for people and the planet.
Elona Erezi
Social Impact Catalyst
Project Advisors
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Seyifunmi Adebote is a leading environmental and communication practitioner with over 8 years of active experience across national, regional and international scopes.
Seyifunmi Adebote
Project Implementation Advisor
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Semiye Michael wears the badge of the United Nations Global Goals Goalkeeper proudly, a recognition bestowed upon him by the esteemed Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
Semiye Michael
Project Director
Join Our Movement
Be part of a transformative journey towards climate justice in Africa. Apply now to become a Climate Justice Fellow.