Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
Online
The VV Visionaries program will be virtual. You will need access to a computer with a camera or a phone and a reliable internet or network connection to fully participate in the program.
Overview
A signature program supporting women visionaries who are shaping the future they wish to see, the perception of what defines a leader, and what it takes to become a leader – in their own way.
Details
Program Overview
Thank you for your interest in applying for the VV Visionaries program, a partnership between Vital Voices Global Partnership and the Estée Lauder Emerging Leaders Fund, the charitable fund of Estée Lauder, to support the next generation of emerging leaders who are redefining leadership in their everyday lives. Together with the Estée Lauder Emerging Leaders Fund, we aim to champion women leaders across diverse sectors, industries, and experiences who want to create positive social impact in their communities and beyond.
When women advance, the world succeeds. Whether you are an entrepreneur, activist, non-profit leader, or someone with a bold vision for change, you can have a profound impact. We need leaders across every industry and every community who use their power, influence, and passion to make positive change. And we know that women’s leadership will accelerate progress in our communities, offices, and boardrooms.
Program Commitment
- Fully participate in the 7-week program, which includes 2-4 hours per week of live virtual sessions and weekly assignments. Participants should have no more than 2 absences to remain in good standing.
- Sessions are typically held on weekdays in the morning (Eastern Time).
- Submit regular updates to Vital Voices throughout the program and remain in contact with Vital Voices after the program to share success stories, conduct follow-up surveys about your progress, pursue further opportunities for awards or visibility, etc.
Program Dates
- Cohort 6: June - July
- Cohort 7: August - September
- Cohort 8: October-November
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Eligibility:
- Is at least 18 years old at the time of application and identifies as a woman
- Has an established social impact organization, business, initiative, OR
- Is a key decision-maker of their social impact organization, business, initiative, OR
- Has a clear vision for an organization, business, or initiative with an explicit social purpose
- Is proficient in English
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
Benefits:
Through participating in the VV Visionaries program, participants will:
- Complete the Vital Voices Leadership Journey, a 7-week virtual course focused on developing the soft skills required for leadership
- Learn lessons in leadership from Estée Lauder executives
- Receive a certificate of completion upon completing the fellowship
- Opportunity to participate in an annual in-person Summit
- Join the Vital Voices global network of more than 20,000 women leaders from around the world
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
