Horn Center for Democracy Youth Leadership for Democracy and Solidarity (YLDS) Program 2026: Fully Funded Regional Leadership Opportunity for Young Democratic Leaders in the Horn of Africa

The Horn Center for Democracy (HCD) has officially opened applications for the first cohort of the Youth Leadership for Democracy and Solidarity (YLDS) Program 2026, a prestigious regional leadership initiative designed to empower emerging youth leaders across the Horn of Africa. The program seeks to nurture a new generation of democratic leaders by providing intensive leadership training, civic education, mentorship, regional networking opportunities, and collaborative learning experiences.