IREX Community Solutions Program 2025: Fully Funded Fellowship in the USA
The IREX Community Solutions Program (CSP) 2025 is a fully funded leadership development opportunity sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and hosted by the International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX). This prestigious fellowship invites community leaders from around the world to the Community Leadership Institute in the USA, where they will participate in training, coaching, and networking opportunities aimed at enhancing their management and leadership skills.
The program focuses on community-driven initiatives that empower participants to make a difference in their local communities. Since its inception, CSP has produced 748 fellows from 83 countries, who have positively impacted over 600,000 people through community development projects.
Program Details:
- Host Country: USA
- Host Organization: IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board)
- Sponsored By: U.S. Department of State
- Program Duration: 1 year (4 months in the USA)
- Program Dates: August to December 2025
Benefits of the Community Solutions Program 2025:
- J-1 visa support for participants
- Round-trip travel costs covered from the participant’s home city to the USA
- Monthly allowance for housing, meals, and living expenses
- Health insurance for accident and sickness coverage
Eligibility Criteria:
- Age Requirement: 26-39 years (as of November 13, 2024)
- Citizenship: Must be a citizen of one of the eligible countries (see list below)
- Current Residence: Applicants must be living and working in their home countries
- Experience: At least two years of community development experience (full-time, part-time, or volunteer)
- English Proficiency: Must be proficient in English (IELTS or TOEFL scores may be required)
- Travel Availability: Must be able to travel to the USA for four months from August to December 2025
- Commitment: Must return to the home country for at least two years after completing the program
- Ineligibility: U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or those currently studying/researching in the U.S. are not eligible
Eligible Regions and Countries:
Africa:
Botswana, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
East Asia and the Pacific:
Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vanuatu, and Vietnam
Europe:
Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Turkey, and Ukraine
Middle East and North Africa:
Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, and West Bank/Palestinian Territories
South and Central Asia:
Bangladesh, Bhutan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan
Western Hemisphere:
Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay, and Venezuela
How to Apply for the IREX Community Solutions Program 2025:
- Apply online through the IREX application system.
- Use the same email address throughout the application process.
- Complete all required fields (marked with a red asterisk).
- Submit the application by November 13, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.
- Applications not in English or sent by mail, fax, or email will not be accepted.
- Applications should be original and reflect personal experiences. AI-generated content will lead to disqualification.
Required Documents:
- Recent portrait photo
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- National Identity Card or Passport
- Official transcripts or degree
- Proof of current enrollment (if applicable)
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your leadership skills, network with global changemakers, and create meaningful community projects!
🔗 For more information and to apply, visit Community Solutions Program.
