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Bridge the Gap.
Lead the Future.

A prestigious 6-month transformative journey engineered to turn academic theory into real-world power β€” for the ambitious aged 23–32.

πŸ“… 30 April 2026 Deadline | πŸ“ Dhaka Division | ⏱ 6 Months
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Who We Are

A Prestigious Initiative for the Next Generation of Leaders

The NexGen Graduate Fellowship Programme is implemented by the JAAGO Foundation Trust (JFT) and YouthNet Global, fueled by the support of the European Union, Global Affairs Canada, and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation.

Operating under the "Nagorikotta: Civic Engagement Fund (CEF)", we are building a new generation of leaders who master not one β€” but four sectors.

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Government
Shape policies and drive public governance forward.
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Private Sector
Lead corporate innovation and business strategy.
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Civil Society
Empower communities and ignite social change.
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Academia
Contribute to cutting-edge research and thought leadership.
The Programme

The 6-Month Evolution

Your transformation happens in two distinct, high-intensity phases designed to evolve your professional DNA.

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Months 1–3

Leadership Immersion

Intensive residential bootcamps and specialized skill labs. Not a typical classroom β€” a deep-dive environment where you'll sharpen your emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and executive presence alongside Bangladesh's brightest minds.

Emotional Intelligence Strategic Thinking Executive Presence Bootcamps Skill Labs
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Months 4–6

Real-World Impact

Theory meets the frontline. You'll be placed in high-profile organizations across our Quad-Helix model, solving real, complex challenges β€” navigating Government, Private Sector, Civil Society, and Academia.

Government Private Sector Civil Society Academia Quad-Helix Placement
What You Gain

Exclusive Rewards for the Ambitious

We provide the tools. You provide the drive. Gain access to an elite ecosystem built for impact.

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Expert Mentorship
Industry titans who have mastered the sectors you want to lead β€” guiding every step of your journey.
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Executive Coaching
Refine your leadership style and sharpen your career strategy with tailored one-on-one coaching.
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Programme Certification
A certificate carrying the weight of the EU, Global Affairs Canada, and SDC Switzerland.
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Exclusive Networking
Lifetime access to our National Alumni Network β€” a community of changemakers across every sector.
Eligibility

Are You the Right Fit?

We are looking for the outliers β€” the ambitious, the restless, and the driven.

Aged between 23–32 years old.
A recent graduate or early-career professional.
Currently residing in or able to work within the Dhaka Division.
A relentless drive for cross-sector leadership.
A genuine commitment to creating social impact.
✦ If you are ready to stop following and start leading β€” you belong here.
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Application Deadline
30 April 2026
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Location
Dhaka Division
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Programme Duration
6 Months, 2 Phases
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