3 January
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Deadline: 22 January 2024

Registration is now open for the UN SDSN Youth Local Pathways Fellowship (LPF) Programme 2024 . The Local Pathways Fellowship (LPF) programme was launched by the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network Youth Initiative (SDSN Youth) with the mission of empowering and equipping young urban leaders from cities around the world with the knowledge, resources and platform they need to advance progress on Sustainable Development Goal 11.

The LPF trains, supports and connects young urban thought leaders, activists and innovators who are transforming cities and urban areas. Applicants representing any city and country in the world are encouraged to apply, however SDSN Youth will endeavour to ensure diversity of regional representation among the fellows.

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Roles and responsibilities

The LPF is a 10-month programme that takes fellows on a journey to "localise" SDG 11. The programme of activities has monthly results that revolve around:

  • Learn about the main challenges currently facing urban areas around the world and the extraordinary potential of these areas to enable change in the future. From infrastructure to culture and economic opportunities, learn how crucial it is to harness the power of urban development for global progress.
  • Channelling the ideas and knowledge acquired into the development of a project that addresses challenges pertinent to their city and area of interest; this will be the fellowship's main outcome and deliverable.
  • Connecting to the peer-to-peer network of more than 550 fellows from 180 different cities in 80 countries. This gives fellows the opportunity to exchange knowledge, share resources and build solutions with urban leaders from around the world
  • Getting insights and guidance from industry experts through the LPF webinar series.

Benefits

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  • Fellows will benefit from global visibility and exposure as advocates for sustainable urban development, numerous opportunities to develop their expertise, as well as access to the UN SDSN's vast network of professionals and SDG advocates.
  • Being part of the SDSN Youth and the Local Pathways Fellowship allows you to be at the forefront of the efforts made by the United Nations, governments, companies and civil society in developing and leading a global movement for sustainable development and allows you to make an impact.
  • Be part of a movement of young people committed to sustainable development and equipped with the skills and tools needed to overcome the main challenges and make a significant contribution to the realisation of the SDGs in their communities.
  • The SDSN Youth and the Local Pathways Fellowship allows you to build professional and personal relationships with high-level stakeholders in civil society, business, government and the United Nations.
  • When you join the Local Pathways Fellowship, you will be part of a diverse and exceptional group of fellows with different cultural, religious and political backgrounds who are committed to sustainable development.
  • The relationships you develop through SDSN Youth and the Local Pathways Fellowship can serve as a basis for your future endeavours.
  • Supported by your global team of experts, you'll progress quickly in a challenging but flexible, rewarding and meaningful environment.
  • You may be selected to take part in and/or speak at events
  • Their experiences will become fundamental to the efforts and legacy of the SDSN programme.

Eligibility

To be selected as a Local Pathways Fellow, candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • Interest in sustainable development, be passionate about SDSN's mission, including the pursuit of the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement on climate change.
  • Strong knowledge of urban planning, the urban environment, urban sustainability, urban technology, development practices, community involvement, advocacy or related areas.
  • Professional or academic experience in urban planning, urban environment, urban sustainability, urban technology, development practices, community involvement, advocacy or related or similar areas would be considered a strong asset.
  • Responsive and able to manage regular communication with the team in different time zones.
  • Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
  • Demonstrates being a team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to coordinate, develop projects and be a problem solver.
  • Excellent command of the English language, including writing, speaking, listening and the local language of the cities they represent.
  • Demonstrate that they have the time and resources to commit, as well as having a consistent and stable Internet connection.
  • Age between 18 and 30 to be eligible for this role.

Application

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