Y&Y Fellowship Program 


Frequently Asked Questions


Am I qualified?




Can applicants be from any country?


Yes, individuals from any country can apply for the program. There are no restrictions on country of origin or country of operations.


Do I pay to be a Fellow?


No, there is no financial cost for the social entrepreneur.


When does the program start?


The next class starts in March 2019 with an online orientation to get to know the other Fellows. You’ll learn what to expect during the program and how to make the most out of it.


How long is the program?


The program lasts for six months.


How is the program structured? Is it entirely online?


Yes, the program is online and delivered through an online platform that you will join if you are selected as a Yunus&Youth Fellow. T


What is a social business?


As defined by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus, a social business is a non-loss, non-dividend company dedicated entirely to achieve a social goal.


How much time should I dedicate to the program each week?




What happens if I cannot follow through with my responsibilities?


We know all Fellows go through different circumstances, time zones and personal challenges so we try to keep an open, trustworthy, flexible and honest communication so we can reach agreements and do our best to adapt to the circumstances. However, if the Fellow does not comply with what has been asked for, meet deadlines and does not communicate proactively to find alternatives, we will remove him from the program and the Y&Y network. We won’t share the information with other partners or save records to deny future opportunities unless the Fellow was taken out of the program for ethical/discipline reasons.


Can my partner take part in the program as well?


Yes, we enjoy getting to know the different people involved in your social business. Your partner can attend the webinars and have a direct contact with us as well. The only thing we ask is for a main contact to address our communication.