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** AVAC 2024 Advocacy Fellows Applications Now Open!
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Application Deadline: 2 October 2023

AVAC is thrilled to invite applications for the 2024 Advocacy Fellows Program ([link removed]) . Fellows accepted into the program, will mark the 13th cohort of this program. Read further to explore the history of the program ([link removed]) , learn about new features for 2024, find application details, ([link removed]) and register ([link removed]) for upcoming informational sessions.

Download Application Materials Here ([link removed]) . Application deadline: 2 October 2023
About AVAC's Advocacy Fellows Program

Achieving successful HIV prevention relies on programs and research shaped by communities and grounded by their needs and priorities. Skilled and informed community advocates drive this process. AVAC's Advocacy Fellows Program ([link removed]) expands and strengthens the capacity of civil society advocates and organizations to monitor, support and help shape HIV prevention research and rapid rollout of new effective interventions in low- and middle-income countries facing substantial HIV burdens.

The program provides intensive support to emerging and mid-career advocates to execute advocacy projects addressing locally identified gaps and priorities. Fellows receive comprehensive training, financial backing, and technical assistance to strategize and execute a targeted 18-month project hosted by an organization within their country.

In its 15-year history, 85 Fellows and 75 partner organizations across 15 countries ([link removed]) have participated in the program. They have influenced policy, championed community perspectives, strengthened healthcare systems, demystified HIV prevention research, advocated for fairness and transparency on local, regional, and global scales and now lead many national and regional organizations. Discover more about the program's impact here ([link removed]) . As the 2022 Fellows conclude their Fellowships, learn more about their projects and achievements here ([link removed]) .
What's New in 2024

While HIV biomedical prevention advocacy remains central, we encourage projects with a strong focus on health equity, structural considerations, and links to TB, STIs ([link removed]) , and sexual and reproductive health and rights. Advocacy projects related to pandemic prevention, preparedness and response ([link removed]) are also welcomed.
Eligibility

* Emerging or mid-career community leaders and advocates who want to advance their advocacy skills and advocate for HIV, SRHR, STI, TB, and pandemic prevention and preparedness.
* Individuals with experience or education in HIV or public health, or in advocacy for key populations (e.g., sex workers, LGBTQIA+ individuals, pregnant individuals, people who use drugs) or for social and economic justice.
* Based in low- and middle-income countries with substantial HIV burdens and ongoing HIV prevention research or introduction of new interventions.
* Please note that for 2024 fellowships, priority focus lies in Eastern and Southern Africa.
* Proficient in written and spoken English.

Application Process

* Download application materials here ([link removed]) .
* Join one of two informational conference calls to learn more about the program. Visit www.timeanddate.com ([link removed]) to confirm the time in your timezone):
+ 1 Sept - 3pm CAT /4pm EAT, register here ([link removed])
+ 18 Sept - 3pm CAT /4pm EAT, register here ([link removed])
* Applications are due by 2 October 2023.

Learn More

* View AVAC Alumni Fellows ([link removed]) here and learn what Alumni Fellows are up to now ([link removed]) after completing the program.
* View video reflections from Alumni Fellows both here ([link removed]) and here ([link removed]) .
* Access the 2024 Advocacy Fellows Information Packet and materials ([link removed]) .
* Explore AVAC's Fellows page ([link removed]) for more information about the program and the Fellows network.
* Contact the team at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .


Applications are due by 2 October 2023, and 2024 Fellowships will run from April 2024 through September 2025.
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We look forward to receiving your application and making a positive impact together.

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AVAC
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