Rise Up Together Leadership & Advocacy Accelerator Program 2027 In South Africa

November 4, 2026

The Rise Up Together Leadership & Advocacy Accelerator Program 2027 in South Africa

Brief Description

Applications are now open for the 2027 Rise Up Together Leadership & Advocacy Accelerator Program, a premier opportunity presented by the global nonprofit Rise Up Together. Designed for visionary local leaders based in South Africa’s Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal Provinces, this fully funded accelerator runs from April 12 to April 17, 2027, focusing heavily on gender equity and justice. You will join a hybrid four-week program featuring a six-day in-person residential intensive training alongside virtual sessions, totaling 60 to 65 hours of instruction. After completing the training, you become eligible to apply for up to $17,000 in seed funding to launch a transformative gender equity advocacy project in your community. Whether you are scaling an existing nonprofit or spearheading grassroots advocacy, this initiative connects you directly with a global network of over 1,080 changemakers across Africa, Latin America, South Asia, and the United States.

Name of Host Institution

Rise Up Together (South Africa Country Representative: Rethabile Mphutlane)

Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

Be at least 18 years of age at the time of the training.
Currently work or operate in Gauteng or KwaZulu-Natal.
Demonstrate a clear commitment to advancing gender equity in climate, health, education, or economic opportunity for women, girls, and gender-diverse people.
Work closely with or represent socially and economically marginalized communities, including persons with disabilities and historically disadvantaged populations.
Serve as a founder, co-founder, staff member, or volunteer of a nonprofit, civil society organization, or academic institution in a coordination or decision-making role.
Be proficient in oral and written English and have the full support of your organization’s leadership.

Deadline

November 30, 2026

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Q: Where will the in-person residential training take place?

The six-day in-person residential workshop is held for leaders representing South Africa's Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal Provinces from April 12 to April 17, 2027.