Acumen is a non-profit organization that uses entrepreneurial approaches to help solve issues related to poverty. Acumen has an HQ in New York with regional offices in Pakistan, India, Kenya and Ghana. Every year Acumen chooses individuals from these countries to serve as their Global or Regional Fellows. Pakistan’s Global Fellows for 2015 have already been announced, but the application for Regional Fellowship are now open.
The Regional Fellow Program is a one-year development program that aims to produce well-rounded leaders who can transform society and create a better world. Every year 20 individuals are chosen for this prestigious Fellowship where they take part in five week-long seminars, receive the tools, training and space to innovate new ideas and become a part of a strong network of social leaders from around the world.
To apply for this program, you need to be an innovator who has already started an organization, doing community and welfare work for the people of Pakistan. If you want to play a part in eradicating poverty from Pakistan, then apply away!
Applications are open till September 1.
