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Global Impact Fellowship

Our Fellowship is an 8-month-long capacity development program to cultivate the next generation of social impact leaders. Every year, 10 Fellows between the ages of 18-25 gain a deeper understanding of all aspects of international development work and start applying their new-found skills from the very first day.

Our Fellows attend workshops to develop their skills on project management, communications, fundraising and advocacy, and get to apply those skills through delivery of their own Global Impact Project in their communities through our Humanitarian Aid Program.

Our Affiliates

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2024-25 Global Impact Fellows

  • A young woman in professional attire standing outdoors in front of a historic stone building with arched windows and greenery.

    Antonette De Los Reyes

  • A young woman with long dark hair, smiling, wearing a black blazer and a white top, against a brown background.

    Aryana Anisha Mahmud

  • A young woman wearing a peach-colored hijab and a beige and orange top against a white background.

    Azra Khatun

  • A young woman with dark brown wavy hair, wearing glasses and a off-white knitted sweater, standing in front of a plain light-colored wall.

    Dana Ahmed

  • A young woman with black hair smiling and posing against a white wall with sunlight casting a shadow. She is wearing a cream-colored ribbed shirt with black stripes and a black collar, and light-colored pants.

    Meheroz Alam

  • Young man with short dark hair and a light mustache, wearing a black leather jacket, sitting at an outdoor restaurant or bar at night with string lights and colorful bunting overhead, and another person with a hoodie in the background.

    Mir Asfar

  • A woman with long dark hair, light skin, and wearing a black top and white blazer, standing in front of a yellow autumn leaves background.

    Nora Afifi

  • A woman with long dark hair smiling while sitting in a car, wearing a floral blouse and a necklace.

    Saniyah Farzeen

  • A woman in a red embroidered traditional dress standing next to a large tree in a forest at dusk.

    Sagorika Haque

  • A young man in a black suit with a subtle floral pattern, white shirt, and black tie holds a small potted plant with green leaves. He stands outdoors on a dirt pathway, surrounded by trees and greenery, with a building in the background.

    William Gasper Missanga

2024-25 Global Impact Projects

  • A young girl holding a red backpack with humanitarian organization logos in an outdoor setting.

    Team Bangladesh: Menstrual Hygiene

    The Amar Bag initiative, in collaboration with It's Humanity Foundation, promotes menstrual health in Nilphamari, Rangpur. Through dignity kits and workshops, it addresses hygiene needs, combats stigma, and empowers women and girls in climate-vulnerable areas while fostering widespread awareness and long-term advocacy for menstrual equity.

    Impact
  • A presentation or workshop with a woman speaking into a microphone and another woman standing beside her, in front of a room filled with seated audience members, referencing a slide with a QR code on a projector screen.

    Team Canada: Mental Health Services

    In Scarborough, the Bangladeshi diaspora struggles with mental health stigma and limited access to care. This initiative, in partnership with Bangladeshi-Canadian Community Services (BCS), offers resources and safe spaces to foster awareness, promote help-seeking, and support individuals in navigating systemic barriers and cultural challenges.

    Impact

2024-25 Global Impact Speakers

  • Smiling woman with long black hair, wearing large black glasses, a black leather jacket, and red lipstick, outdoors with a marina in the background.

    Shamminaz Polen

  • A woman with long brown hair and red lipstick, wearing a white blazer over a green top, standing against a dark gray background.

    Aimée Giselle Horcasitas-Tovar

  • A woman in a black and pink floral sari holding a Nepalese flag at an indoor event, with people standing and sitting in the background.

    Yumi Parajuli

  • A woman with long dark hair, wearing a black and red garment, smiling slightly at the camera.

    Shagufe Hossain

  • A man with dark hair and a trimmed beard wearing a blue collared shirt, looking at the camera with a slight smile, against a plain light background.

    Albaab Habib

  • A smiling woman with shoulder-length wavy blonde hair, wearing a black top, standing in front of a colorful abstract painting.

    Carina Schmidt

  • A woman with long, dark wavy hair smiling, wearing a beige textured blazer with gold buttons and gold hoop earrings.

    Victoria Verdeja

  • Close-up of a man with a beard and short black hair, wearing a green jacket and black shirt, smiling in a dimly lit setting.

    Shah Rafayet

  • A woman with light brown hair, wearing glasses and a green shirt, smiling outdoors with a blurred natural background.

    Corinna Nawatzky

  • A woman with long dark hair wearing a dark blazer over a lace top, standing against a light blue background.

    Maisha Kabir

  • Portrait of a woman wearing a light green hijab smiling at the camera.

    Tasnia Khandakar Prova

  • Woman with black hair wearing a black blazer and white shirt sitting against a light beige background.

    Maisha Kabir

  • Smiling woman wearing a beige hijab and white shirt, standing outdoors with a blurred colorful background.

    Aji Fatou Gaye

  • Close-up portrait of a smiling African American woman with black braided hair wearing a white and navy striped shirt against a plain gray background.

    Coretta Jonah

  • Portrait of a smiling woman with long red hair, blue eyes, wearing a dark top.

    Holly Clark

Modules

  • Group photo of diverse young adults, black and white, in front of a light green background, with text about a global impact fellowship called 'The Fellows'.

    Kick-Off - Sep 28 2024

    For 2024-25 we received applications from Bangladesh, Tanzania, Canada, USA, Mozambique and the United Kingdom. After a competitive selection process, 10 Fellows were selected for this year’s cohort. At our kick-off orientation, we were proud to welcome our 2024-25 Fellows, who joined us from nine cities across Canada, USA and Tanzania

  • Poster for a global impact fellowship on sustainable development goals dated October 12, 2024, featuring three women in black-and-white photos at the bottom.

    UN SDG Workshop - Oct 12 2024

    This education session featured guest speakers Aimee Giselle Horchasitas-Tovar, Shamminaz Polen, and Yumi Parajuli. Discussions covered SDG 3 (Good Health & Wellbeing), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 8 (Decent Work & Economic Growth). Speakers shared insights on healthcare equity, gender-based violence prevention, climate resilience, financial inclusion, and women’s economic empowerment. Key takeaways emphasized advocacy, grassroots initiatives, and inclusive approaches to driving sustainable development.

  • Poster for a global impact fellowship proposal writing event on November 16, 2024, featuring two women, one in traditional attire with a bindi, and the other wearing a hijab.

    Proposal Workshop - Nov 16 2024

    Facilitated by Aftab Ahmed, Director of Policy at BacharLorai, this session equipped fellows with essential skills for crafting impactful project proposals. An icebreaker exercise introduced grant-writing concepts through creative elevator pitches. Shagufe Hossain, Executive Director of The Women’s Centre of Halton, covered key proposal components, including problem statements, objectives, budgets, and SMART goals. Tasnia Khandaker Prova, Program Manager for Humanitarian Aid at BacharLorai, shared insights on resource allocation, realistic goal-setting, and partnership mapping. Key takeaways emphasized clarity in objectives, strategic budgeting, and the role of strong partnerships in successful project proposals.

  • Poster for Global Impact Fellowship on Philanthropy and Fundraising, December 7, 2024, featuring black-and-white photos of a man and a woman against a light green background.

    Philanthropy and Fundraising - Dec 7 2024

    Facilitated by Aaraf Ahmed, Director of Partnerships at BacharLorai, this session featured guest speakers Albaab Habib and Holly Clark, focusing on storytelling, donor engagement, and digital tools for fundraising. Aaraf emphasized the power of beneficiary-centered storytelling to inspire action. Albaab covered grant writing essentials, including the theory of change and logic models for crafting strong proposals. Holly provided insights on donor relations, highlighting personalized engagement and digital tools for long-term partnerships. Fellows gained actionable strategies to enhance fundraising efforts with empathy, creativity, and impact-driven approaches.

  • Cover page for a conference titled 'Global Impact Fellowship Communications & Advocacy' dated January 11, 2025, with images of two smiling women at the bottom.

    Communications & Advocacy - Jan 11 2025

    Facilitated by Apanuba Puhama, this session featured guest speakers Carina Schmid, Victoria Verdeja, and Tahmid Khan, focusing on strategic communication, advocacy, and the launch of the Global Impact Fund. Carina emphasized empathetic communication and the strategic use of social media, providing tools like budget templates and content calendars. Victoria highlighted the power of storytelling in crafting compelling narratives that drive engagement, using real-world marketing examples. Tahmid introduced the Global Impact Fund, outlining its structure and encouraging fellows to apply their communication skills to maximize project reach. Key takeaways included the role of social media in advocacy, the importance of precise messaging, and the impact of storytelling in driving action.

  • Promotional flyer for a global impact fellowship presentation and public speaking event on February 15, 2025, featuring two women smiling, one wearing a striped top and the other wearing a hijab.

    Presentation and Public Speaking Skills Workshop - Feb 15 2025

    A workshop on public speaking and data storytelling featured Aji Fatou Gaye from UN Women and Dr. Coretta Jonah from Equal Measures 2030. Participants gained insights into effective communication, audience engagement, and the use of data visualization and storytelling to support advocacy and professional growth.

  • Event poster titled 'Career Leadership' with the date March 15, 2025, featuring black and white photos of three diverse young professionals against a light green background.

    Career Development - Mar 15 2025

    The workshop equipped fellows with essential career-building skills through expert-led sessions. Guest speakers—Maisha Kabir (The Dream Opportunity), Corinna Nawatzky (Salzburg Global), and Shah Rafayet Chowdhury (BacharLorai and Footsteps)—shared insights on networking, strategic planning, and purpose-driven careers.

    An opening icebreaker encouraged discussion on goals and strengths. Maisha stressed early career exposure and mentorship; Corinna focused on cross-cultural experience and personal branding; Shah highlighted resilience and aligning values with impact-driven work.

    Anil Wasif concluded with practical guidance on resumes, interviews, and salary negotiation. The final Q&A left fellows with actionable tools and renewed clarity on their professional paths.