About the Fellowship
The Tracka-Budgit Governance for Women by Women Fellowship 2026 is a powerful opportunity designed specifically for women who want to deepen their understanding of governance and take a more active role in shaping civic processes in their communities. Organized by BudgIT — one of Africa’s leading civic-tech organizations — and its Tracka platform, this fellowship is built on a clear and urgent mission: to equip women with the tools, knowledge, and networks needed to hold governments accountable and drive meaningful change from the ground up.
At its core, this fellowship recognizes that women remain underrepresented in civic and governance spaces despite being deeply affected by public policy decisions. By centering women as both the audience and the agents of change, the program creates a focused environment where participants can learn, collaborate, and advocate without the barriers that often exist in mixed or male-dominated spaces.
What the Fellowship Covers
Fellows will be immersed in a structured curriculum that spans several critical areas of governance and civic engagement. Key focus areas include:
Collaborative Advocacy: Participants will learn how to build coalitions, communicate policy issues effectively, and work with diverse stakeholders to push for accountability at the local and national levels.
Accountability Tracking: Using BudgIT’s Tracka platform and methodology, fellows will gain hands-on experience in tracking government budget implementation and public project delivery — skills that are increasingly essential for grassroots advocates and community leaders.
Civic Education: The fellowship will also strengthen participants’ foundational knowledge of how government budgets work, how to read and interpret public financial documents, and how citizens can meaningfully engage with elected officials and institutions.
Beyond the curriculum, fellows will benefit from mentorship, peer learning, and networking opportunities within a growing community of women committed to governance reform across Nigeria and potentially beyond.
Who Should Apply?
This fellowship is ideal for women who are passionate about governance, transparency, and community accountability. While the specific eligibility criteria should be confirmed on the official application page, the fellowship generally targets women who are:
— Actively involved in community organizing, civil society, journalism, or public service
— Interested in budget tracking, public finance, or government accountability
— Committed to civic education and grassroots mobilization
— Based in Nigeria or working within Nigerian governance contexts
Whether you are a young professional just starting your civic journey or an experienced advocate looking to sharpen your skills, this fellowship offers something valuable at every level.
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply for the Tracka-Budgit Governance for Women by Women Fellowship 2026 is July 31, 2026. This is a hard deadline, so it is important that you prepare and submit your application well in advance. Gather any required documents, write a compelling personal statement that clearly reflects your commitment to governance and accountability, and make sure your application highlights any relevant experience in civic engagement or community work.
Why You Should Apply
Opportunities like this one are rare — they combine structured learning with real-world application, offer access to one of the most respected civic-tech platforms in Africa, and specifically create space for women to lead. If you have ever felt that governance conversations were not designed with you in mind, this fellowship is a direct answer to that gap. It is not just about attending workshops; it is about becoming part of a movement of informed, empowered women who are actively shaping how public resources are used and how government is held accountable.
Do not let this deadline pass without putting your name forward. The governance space needs more women — and this fellowship is ready to invest in you.
Ready to apply? Visit the official page here: Apply Now
