The Creative Changemakers Fellowship (CCMF) 2026, organized by CivicHive, is a 3-month hybrid fellowship for Nigerian creatives using storytelling, media, art, and digital content to promote civic engagement, accountability, transparency, and social change.
Program Overview: Creative Changemakers Fellowship
- Opportunity Type: Fellowship / Creative Leadership Program
- Organizer: CivicHive
- Location: Nigeria / Hybrid
- Duration: September–November 2026
- Format: Online learning + In-person Creative Labs
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Target Applicants: Emerging creatives, artists, filmmakers, storytellers, and content creators
- Application Fee: $0
- Application Deadline: September 15, 2026
- Time Commitment: Approximately 8 hours per week
Fellowship Benefits
Selected fellows receive access to:
- Financial Support: Stipends and soft grants for outstanding participants
- Mentorship: Guidance from professionals in media, art, design, and civic technology
- Creative Labs: Practical opportunities to develop storytelling and media projects
- Civic Engagement: Training focused on using creative work to address governance, accountability, and social issues
- Networking: Connections with other Nigerian creatives and changemakers
Who Can Apply?
The fellowship is designed for emerging Nigerian creatives who are interested in using creative expression and storytelling to contribute to civic engagement and social change.
Relevant backgrounds may include:
- Art
- Film
- Media
- Digital storytelling
- Content creation
- Creative communication
Program Structure
The fellowship runs for three months, combining virtual learning with in-person creative labs.
Participants should be prepared to commit approximately 8 hours each week throughout the program.
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