Calling for Applications: Sister-to-Sister Young Feminist Leadership Program 2026 | Fully Remote Global Fellowship
Young feminist activists from around the world are invited to apply for the Sister-to-Sister Young Feminist Leadership Program 2026, an inspiring six-week virtual fellowship organized by the Nobel Women’s Initiative. This prestigious program brings together emerging feminist leaders to build solidarity, strengthen leadership skills, and develop strategies for advancing peace, justice, and equality in an increasingly digital world.
The 2026 edition focuses on a timely and critical theme: “Peace in the Age of AI: Building Feminist Futures.” As artificial intelligence transforms societies, communication systems, and conflict dynamics, the program seeks to equip young leaders with the knowledge and tools needed to address emerging challenges while shaping more inclusive and equitable futures.
About the Sister-to-Sister Young Feminist Leadership Program
For more than a decade, the Sister-to-Sister Program has served as a flagship initiative of the Nobel Women’s Initiative, fostering a global network of young feminist changemakers. The program creates a unique space where participants can learn from one another, exchange experiences, and strengthen their leadership capacities.
The fellowship is grounded in the belief that young women and gender-diverse activists play a vital role in building sustainable peace and advancing social justice. Through collaborative learning and mentorship, participants gain practical skills and deeper insights into feminist leadership.
The 2026 cohort will consist of 25 young feminist activists from diverse backgrounds and regions across the globe.
Theme for 2026: Peace in the Age of AI
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the ways power is exercised and contested. While AI presents new opportunities, it also creates significant risks, particularly for women, journalists, human rights defenders, and peacebuilders.
The program will explore issues such as:
- AI-generated misinformation and disinformation
- Deepfakes and digital manipulation
- Online harassment targeting women leaders
- Digital surveillance and privacy concerns
- Autonomous weapons systems and future conflicts
- Gender inequality within technological systems
- Feminist approaches to AI governance and accountability
Participants will critically examine how emerging technologies influence peace, security, democracy, and human rights while developing strategies to advocate for feminist alternatives.
Learning from Global Feminist Leaders
The fellowship builds upon the work and legacy of Nobel Peace Prize laureates associated with the Nobel Women’s Initiative.
Particular inspiration for the 2026 program comes from Maria Ressa, whose groundbreaking work defending press freedom, truth, and democratic accountability has become increasingly relevant in the digital age.
Through discussions, workshops, and collaborative activities, fellows will learn how feminist leadership can challenge harmful systems and promote inclusive approaches to technology and governance.
What Participants Can Expect
The Sister-to-Sister Program is designed as an intensive virtual learning experience that combines education, mentorship, and community building.
Participants can expect:
- Interactive virtual workshops
- Leadership development training
- Skills-building sessions
- Networking opportunities with global activists
- Collaborative discussions on peace and security
- Exposure to feminist approaches to digital rights
- Peer support and long-term connections
The program emphasizes moving from analysis to action, encouraging participants to apply what they learn within their own communities and movements.
Fellowship Duration and Format
The 2026 fellowship will run from:
24 August – 28 September 2026
Program details include:
- Fully remote participation
- Global cohort of 25 activists
- Six-week intensive learning experience
- Interactive online sessions
- International networking opportunities
Because the program is virtual, participants can engage from anywhere in the world, making it accessible to activists across different regions and contexts.
Eligibility Criteria
The fellowship is open to young activists who demonstrate a commitment to feminist leadership and social change.
Applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Have a passion for feminist peacebuilding, women’s rights, digital rights, or social justice
- Possess some experience as an activist, volunteer, professional, or advocate
- Demonstrate leadership potential within their communities
- Be able to communicate effectively in English
- Commit to attending at least 80% of live cohort sessions
The program welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Commitment to Inclusion
The Nobel Women’s Initiative is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
The organization strongly encourages applications from:
- Young feminist activists
- Women peacebuilders
- Human rights defenders
- Digital rights advocates
- Community organizers
- Trans activists
- Non-binary activists
This inclusive approach ensures that a broad range of voices and perspectives contribute to discussions about peace, security, and technology.
Why You Should Apply
The Sister-to-Sister Young Feminist Leadership Program offers far more than training—it provides access to a global network of changemakers working to create more just and peaceful societies.
Participants will gain:
- Leadership skills for long-term impact
- Knowledge of emerging digital challenges
- Practical advocacy tools
- Global connections with fellow activists
- Exposure to leading feminist thinkers and practitioners
- Confidence to influence policy and public discourse
For young leaders passionate about human rights, peacebuilding, digital rights, and feminist futures, this fellowship represents a valuable opportunity to deepen their impact and contribute to shaping a more equitable world.
Application Deadline
Interested candidates must submit their applications before:
26 June 2026
With only 25 places available globally, prospective applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible and prepare a strong application that highlights their commitment to feminist leadership and social justice.
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