AMR Leaders Program for Tertiary Students in Africa (Cohort 4.0)

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The AMR Leaders Program is a hybrid capacity-building and leadership programme designed for undergraduate students studying in Africa who are passionate about tackling Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR).

Implemented by ReAct Africa, the programme empowers young leaders with the knowledge, practical skills, and professional networks required to design and implement sustainable, student-led AMR interventions within their institutions and local communities.

The programme adopts a systems-thinking approach, blending virtual learning with collaborative, hands-on engagement. It will run from February to May 2026, bringing together motivated students from diverse academic and professional backgrounds across Africa.

Benefits

Participants selected for Cohort 4.0 will gain:

• Structured training on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and effective mitigation strategies.
• Access to virtual lectures, webinars, and expert-led sessions.
• Participation in interactive group discussions and collaborative learning activities.
• Experiential learning focused on real-world AMR challenges.
• Opportunities to co-create sustainable AMR interventions within their institutions.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary collaboration across health, science, policy, and social fields.
• Inclusion in a growing network of AMR youth champions across Africa.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the AMR Leaders Program (Cohort 4.0), applicants must:

• Be an undergraduate (tertiary-level) student.
• Be currently studying in Africa.
• Demonstrate interest in public health, AMR mitigation, or related fields.
• Be willing to actively participate in virtual and collaborative programme activities.
• Show commitment to promoting AMR awareness and driving interventions within their institution or community.

Students from all academic disciplines are encouraged to apply, as addressing AMR requires multidisciplinary solutions.

Required Documents

Applicants are typically required to submit:

• A completed online application form.
• Personal and academic details.
• Written responses demonstrating interest, motivation, and commitment to AMR mitigation.
• Any additional information requested in the official application form.

Applicants are strongly advised to review the guiding document and FAQs before submitting their application.

Deadline

Application Deadline: 23 January 2026

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

How to Apply

To apply for the AMR Leaders Program (Cohort 4.0):

1. Carefully read the guiding document and FAQs provided by ReAct Africa.
2. Complete the official Google application form with accurate and up-to-date information.
3. Ensure all required sections are properly filled.
4. Submit your application on or before 23 January 2026.

For inquiries, contact: [email protected]