Restless Development Call for Young Gamechangers Fund Steering Group Members 2024

Apply to be a Steering Group member for the Young Gamechangers Fund (YGF). This post will give you more information on the opportunity and what we seek.

When is Application Deadline:

• August 4th, 2024

Tell Me About the Award:

Restless Development is calling for participants to join the Young Gamechangers Fund (YGF) Steering Group. This fund aims to put young people at the heart of change, supporting youth-led activism, social change, and social justice movement building in the UK.

Which Fields are Eligible?

• Youth-led activism, social change, and social justice movement building

Type:

• Steering Group Membership (Volunteer)

Who can Apply?

• Young people aged 18–25 living in the UK, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, including Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, the East of England, young males,
• those who haven’t followed traditional education routes,
• those with experience living in rural/isolated communities, and those with a physical disability.

How are Applicants Selected?

• Selection will be based on the ability to listen and communicate effectively, work as part of a team, commit to reviewing materials, assessing grant applications, participating in reflective learning activities, and attending online and in-person sessions.

Which Countries are Eligible?

• United Kingdom

Where will Award be Taken?

• Remotely and in-person sessions within the UK

How Many Awards?

• Six new members will be selected to join the current cohort.

What is the Benefit of Award?

• Opportunity to help build and lead the Young Gamechangers Fund,
• collaborate with other young people, and
• create change for young activists across the UK.

How Long Will the Award Last?

• One year, from August 2024 to July 2025

How to Apply:

1. Fill out the online application form: Application Form
2. Or submit a short video: (maximum five minutes) responding to the application questions, and email it to ygf@globalfundforchildren.org.

Note that interviews will be held with shortlisted applicants during the week commencing the 12th of August.