Many view international exchange programs primarily as benefiting U.S. foreign policy objectives. Foreign students brought to the United States return to their home countries with...
Helping a young leader advocate for LGBT health care in Africa
Activists such as Dr. Anastacia Tomson of South Africa tirelessly advocate for transgender health rights. The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders helps change-makers like her to...
Fellowship helps a young Paralympian promote inclusion in Zimbabwe
“I’ve always wanted to control my successes and failures,” says Nyasha Mharakurwa, a wheelchair tennis player who represented Zimbabwe at the London 2012 Paralympic Games. “When...
2016 Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit Videos
Check out videos from plenary sessions and Ignite Talks at the 2016 Mandela Washington Fellowship!
Young African leaders who are leading by example
The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is not just the name of a program—it is the continuation of Nelson Mandela’s legacy of leadership, peace, and...
Paying it forward: Encouraging young entrepreneurs in Nigeria
“We’ve been given [this] opportunity so that we can give opportunities to other people on the continent,” said Temitayo Etomi, reflecting on her 2014 Mandela Washington Fellowship...
2015 Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit Videos
Check out videos from plenary sessions and Ignite Talks at the 2015 Mandela Washington Fellowship!
2014 Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit Videos
Check out videos from plenary sessions at the 2014 Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit!