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Community-driven implementation model

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€1000

Implementation support

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3

Thematic focus areas

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4 Months

Implementation journey for selected libraries

How it Started

Libraries at the center of digital inclusion

We believe libraries can become more than access points for information. They can become learning spaces, innovation spaces, and community spaces where women, girls, older adults, people with special needs, low-income households, and other underserved groups gain the digital skills and opportunities needed to participate fully in today's world.

Thematic focus areas

Digital Literacy

Supporting communities with practical digital skills required for education, work, and everyday life.

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STEM

Encouraging innovation and hands-on learning through science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.

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Information Integrity

Empower communities to identify trustworthy information and confidently navigate today's information environment.

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Designed for Communities Often
Left Behind

The program prioritizes impact among:

Each participating library will identify and respond to the unique needs within its community.

Frequently Asked Questions

YALLF is a virtual fellowship program that equips young African librarians with leadership, advocacy, and innovation skills to drive change in their communities through libraries.
The YALLF Fellowship is a one year, flexible, virtual program with learning sessions, mentorship, and a final project or internship component. Fellows are expected to complete all required activities within the program timeline.
Yes. All applicants are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of ₦10,000 (Ten Thousand Naira) to complete their application. Applications without payment will not be processed.
Yes. All fellows who successfully complete the program and will receive an official certificate of completion.
The program fee covers the full cost of participation. The full program fee is ₦360,000. Program fee payment can be paid in four installment.
No. The application fee is non-refundable under any circumstance.
Young African Library Leaders

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Digital Inclusion in Your Library

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