Building tomorrow's humanitarian professional
The Generation Next Humanitarian Fellowship Program is a two-year fellowship program that aims to increase the diversity of professionals in the humanitarian sector by building a pathway for seniors and recent graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic-Serving Institutions, Asian American and Pacific Islander Institutions and Tribal Colleges and Universities.
First Annual GenNext Symposium
On October 17th, in Washington, DC, the first annual GenNext Symposium brought together thought leaders from Minority-Serving Institutions, Humanitarian Organizations and USAID to share insights, connections and discussions focused on creating a more inclusive and diverse humanitarian workforce! The article and video (shown above) highlight the event details, memorable interactions, engagements and activities from the day!
Benefits of GenNext Fellowship
By creating new pathways into the humanitarian sector and providing guided professional development opportunities and mentorship, the Generation Next Humanitarian Fellowship Program will ultimately contribute to a humanitarian workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the U.S. population, and is equipped to equitably and effectively respond to humanitarian needs around the world.
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A two-year PAID Fellowship opportunity
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Numerous overseas travel options
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Mentorship by humanitarian assistance leaders
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Competitive salary and benefits
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World class technical and professional skills training
The GenNext Humanitarian Fellowship Program aims to provide a holistic exposure to the humanitarian field for our GenNext Fellows, providing field experiences and learning opportunities that impart both the knowledge and skills to truly bolster them as humanitarian professionals.
