Mandela International Day of Service has been officially recognized since July 18, 2009; however, the Nelson Mandela Foundation, the custodian of his legacy, has advocated for...
Announcing the Alumni Legacy Grant Winners
As the Mandela Washington Fellowship celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2024, Fellowship Alumni were invited to apply for the Alumni Legacy Grant, a one-time grant...
Empowering Women and Youth with Disabilities in Food Systems
To build resilient and sustainable food systems, it’s crucial to ensure equal access to agricultural opportunities, resources, and training. To address barriers faced by people...
Workplace Equity and Inclusion: Takeaways from the 2024 PDE Virtual Panel
Alumni from the 2024 Professional Development Experience (PDE) participated in a virtual panel to share their learnings on best practices for workplace equity and inclusion....
Apply for the Catalyst Grant
IREX is excited to announce the launch of the Mandela Washington Fellowship Catalyst Grant, a unique funding opportunity for Fellowship Alumni!
Fellowship Alumni Drive Change for Young Women
Through innovative projects, advocacy, and leadership, Fellowship Alumni are addressing critical challenges, including education, economic opportunity, and gender equality. Their efforts are equipping young women...
Sustainable Agriculture for a Food-Secure Future in Africa
Agripreneurs build, organize, and manage their business with a focus on the agriculture sector. As agriculture forms a large portion of many African countries' GDP,...
Celebrating Ten Years: Messages from Fellowship Partners
Established in 2014, the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2024. Over the past decade, nearly 7,200 talented...
Empowering Journalists, Building Peace
2016 Fellowship Alumna Lydie Mukasekuru from Rwanda and 2016 Fellowship Alumnus Golden Maunganidze from Zimbabwe embarked on a project with a clear goal — introducing...
Enhancing Professional Development Through Virtual Collaboration
Following the completion of their in-person Professional Development Experiences (PDEs) in September 2023, Mandela Washington Fellows had the option to continue collaborating with their Host...