Are you a founder, executive, social entrepreneur, or public-sector leader working to create social impact? The NGO Whisperer Global Fellowship Programme 2027 is an accredited seven-month online leadership programme for exceptional leaders and founders of mission-led voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations, as well as public-sector leaders around the world. The programme particularly focuses on leaders serving low-income communities.
Quick Eligibility
- Opportunity Type: Accredited Leadership Fellowship
- Study Level / Focus: Social Impact, NGO Management & Leadership
- Eligible Nationalities: Open worldwide
- Age Limit: No specific age limit stated
- Education Requirement: No specific degree requirement stated
- Work Experience: Designed for leaders and founders of mission-led VCFSE organisations, social enterprises and public-sector leaders
- Nomination Required: No
- University Admission: Not required
- Funding: Fellowship programme benefits include mentorship, leadership coaching, masterclasses, summit access and alumni/community access
- Application Fee: No application fee stated on the official fellowship page
- Format: Online, with optional in-person elements in Manchester, UK
- Location: Online / Manchester, UK for selected in-person events
- Duration: January–July 2027
- Deadline: September 15, 2026
- Application Method: Online application through the official NGO Whisperer fellowship portal
What Does the Fellowship Offer?
Selected fellows receive:
- One-on-one tailored mentorship and leadership coaching
- Online masterclasses with international faculty
- Access to The NGO Whisperer Global Summit
- Access to the global community and alumni network
- Opportunities to be featured in The NGO Whisperer Magazine and Podcast
Programme Timeline
The 2027 fellowship runs for seven months, from January to July 2027.
- Applications open: August 1, 2026
- Applications close: September 15, 2026
- Orientation: November 24–25, 2026
- Masterclasses: Every Saturday, January 9–July 24, 2027
- Graduation: November 24, 2027
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