United Nations SDSN Youth Local Pathways Fellowship Programme 2022


By way of recognizing youths as the key player in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network – Youth Initiative invites applications from young persons for the SDSN Youth Local Pathways Fellowship 2022.

The Local Pathways Fellowship seeks to provide young leaders with a platform, a guiding framework for action, and connect them with leading development experts and practitioners to exchange knowledge and ideas.-


Fellowship Sponsor(s): UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN)

Host Institution(s): SDSN

Number of Awards: Not specified

Study Level: All study levels

Duration: 10 months

Nationality: All Nationalities


SDSN Youth Local Pathways Fellowship 2022 | Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Local Pathways Fellowship, applicants must meet the following conditions:

  • Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years old at the time of application (exceptions may apply).
  • Must be based in the same city throughout the entire duration of the Fellowship.
  • Must be fluent in English and the local language of the cities they represent.
  • Must demonstrate a commitment to and a solid understanding of the concept of sustainable development.
  • Must be able to commit the minimum of 5-7 hours each week on average.
  • Must have a stable internet connection.
  • A minimum of one year of professional or academic experience in development practice, urban planning, community engagement and advocacy, or similar.
  • A demonstrated background in research, development practice, advocacy or similar fields would be considered a strong asset.

Application Procedures

How-to-Apply: Interested applicants for the SDSN Youth Local Pathways Fellowship are to apply online on or before the application deadline as late entries will not be considered.

Application Deadline: 21st November 2021 at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time)

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