Deadline: July 11, 2025
Are you a young changemaker working to uplift women’s or youth voices in your community? The DW Akademie SparkChange Program 2025 is now open for applications! This unique initiative offers mentorship and incubation support to grassroots leaders in Uganda and Tanzania, with a focus on amplifying the civic, social, and political participation of underrepresented voices—especially women and youth—in rural and peri-urban communities.
About the DW Akademie SparkChange Program 2025
The DW Akademie SparkChange Program 2025 is an impact-driven initiative by Germany’s international media development organization, DW Akademie. It is designed for community leaders, activists, and youth advocates between the ages of 25 and 35 who are already working to drive change and inclusion in their local communities.
This program provides selected participants with:
- Mentorship
- Tailored incubation support
- Networking opportunities
- Potential access to wider DW Akademie platforms and resources
Whether you run a small grassroots initiative or a bold campaign to elevate marginalized voices, SparkChange is looking for innovative ideas that strengthen local dialogue, civic engagement, and decision-making inclusion for youth and women.
Who is Eligible?
To apply for SparkChange 2025, you must:
- Be aged 25–35
- Be based in Uganda or Tanzania
- Be actively working in a rural or peri-urban community
- Already have an ongoing or clearly envisioned project that boosts civic participation among youth or women
SparkChange encourages applications from individuals, collectives, or teams—not just registered organizations.
What Types of Projects Are Encouraged?
SparkChange supports practical, bold, and context-relevant ideas, regardless of their scale. Ideal projects:
- Strengthen youth or women’s voices in local decision-making
- Promote inclusive media and civic participation
- Use creative methods to engage community dialogue
- Foster social or political inclusion through storytelling, advocacy, or grassroots organizing
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: July 11, 2025
- Program Location: Uganda and Tanzania (rural or peri-urban communities)
- Organizer: DW Akademie
How to Apply
To apply for the DW Akademie SparkChange Program 2025, please use the following links:
👉 Read more about the programme
Ensure you complete the application before July 11, 2025 and prepare a compelling overview of your project idea, your impact to date, and your motivation for joining the program.
Why You Should Apply
The SparkChange Program is not just an opportunity to scale your idea; it’s a chance to:
- Access experienced mentors from DW Akademie
- Join a growing network of changemakers in East Africa
- Gain exposure to regional and global audiences
- Build sustainability and structure around your impact work
If you’re a young leader striving to uplift community voices—this is your spark!
Need help preparing your application?
Contact grantsdatabase.org for proposal drafting, refining, and review.
