Western Union Foundation Fellowship Program

The Western Union Global Fellowship Program is a fully-funded, virtual leadership and venture acceleration fellowship designed for entrepreneurs and changemakers from refugee, marginalized, or forcibly displaced communities. It is powered by Watson Institute and funded by Western Union.  Who Can Apply?  Individuals who identify with or support refugee, marginalized, or displaced communities.  Entrepreneurs leading nonprofit or for-profit ventures with an existing business model serving underserved populations.  Applicants based in or creating impact in:  Costa Rica, Argentina, Lithuania, the Philippines, USA, Brazil, Uganda, Nigeria, UK, India, Bangladesh, Mexico, Germany, Colombia, Japan, and Pakistan.  What Is Covered?  100% tuition coverage for the program  Community development stipend to run a local “Basecamp” workshop  Professional pitch development and video recording  Training, mentorship, and expert guidance  Access to a global impact network  Opportunity to present at a virtual summit  Eligibility Criteria  Must be actively leading a venture or organization with measurable impact.  Business/organization must be operational, not just an idea-stage project.  Applicants must commit to the full progra...