The Nigeria Health Watch Fellowship is a Science-Policy Communication program designed to equip participants with the skills needed to translate scientific research into impactful, policy-relevant communication.
The Nigeria Health Watch Fellowship (NHW) offers continuous guidance from experienced professionals, and learning experience to a real-world health communication initiative.
Program Summary
- Host Country: Nigeria
- Category:Â Fellowships
- Eligible Countries: Nigeria
- Reward: Training | Mentorship | Networking
- No IELTS RequiredÂ
- Deadline: April 24, 2025
Program Details
Africa and Nigeria in particular faces unique public health challenges that demand evidence-based policy responses. Yet, a critical gap exists between research and policy implementation.
For this reason, the Nigeria Health Watch Fellowship, a 3-month program aims to bridge that divide by building a network of skilled communicators who can champion evidence-based advocacy.
Nigeria Health Watch invites early to mid-career professionals, researchers, and advocates to apply for the Science-Policy Communication Fellowship, a hands-on programme designed to equip participants with the skills needed to translate scientific research into impactful, policy-relevant communication.
Participants will receive expert-led training, personalized mentorship, and the opportunity to design and implement a real-world public health communication project.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for The Nigeria Health Watch Fellowship, applicants must:
- Have early to mid-career professionals in public health, science, or health-related fields.
- Be researchers and academics seeking to influence policy through evidence.
- Be health professionals involved in advocacy, communication, or policy development.
Program Benefits
Successful applicants of The Nigeria Health Watch Fellowship will receive:
- Orientation & In-Person Training: Engage with experts in public health, policy, and media.
- Capstone Project: Apply your learning to a real-world health communication initiative.
- Mentorship: Receive continuous guidance from experienced professionals.
- Joining the Alumni Network: Join a growing community of public health communicators.
Selection Process
The Selection process for The Nigeria Health Watch Fellowship:
- Format: Hybrid (Virtual Orientation + In-Person Training + Mentorship)
- Duration: 3 months
Required Documents
To apply for The Nigeria Health Watch Fellowship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Statement of Interest: Describe your motivation, experience, and goals.
- Updated CV
How to Apply
To apply for The Nigeria Health Watch Fellowship:
- Visit the program application webpageÂ
- Apply and submit all required documents before the deadline, April 24, 2025
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