CoGen Voices Fellowship 2026: $500 Stipend for Civic Leaders Advancing Intergenerational Collaboration

The CoGen Voices Fellowship 2026 is now accepting applications from civic leaders of all ages who are passionate about intergenerational collaboration and strengthening their public voice. This unique virtual fellowship equips emerging and established changemakers with the tools to tell their stories effectively, engage broader audiences, and build stronger civic communities.

If you are committed to strengthening civic life and amplifying your impact through storytelling and media engagement, this opportunity is designed for you.

About the CoGen Voices Fellowship

The CoGen Voices Fellowship brings together a multigenerational cohort of civic leaders to sharpen their public voices and collaborate across age groups. The program recognizes that meaningful civic progress requires cross-generational dialogue, shared leadership, and inclusive storytelling.

Through structured learning sessions and personalized coaching, fellows develop the skills necessary to communicate their ideas clearly and confidently in public forums and media spaces.

Fellowship Structure

The program runs over six virtual sessions during the spring. This flexible format allows leaders from different locations to participate without relocating.

Throughout the fellowship, participants will:

• Develop compelling storytelling skills

• Practice pitching ideas to media outlets and public forums

• Engage in structured intergenerational collaboration

• Connect with a diverse network of civic changemakers

The fellowship emphasizes practical skill-building and real-world application, ensuring that fellows leave with enhanced confidence and communication capacity.

Fellowship Benefits

Selected fellows receive:

• Six virtual training sessions

• One-on-one personalized coaching

• Access to a multigenerational civic leadership network

• A $500 stipend

The stipend provides financial support while fellows invest time in strengthening their civic engagement and public communication skills.

Who Should Apply?

The CoGen Voices Fellowship is open to civic leaders of all ages. The program welcomes both emerging and established leaders who:

• Are actively engaged in civic or community leadership

• Care about intergenerational collaboration

• Want to strengthen their public voice

• Are committed to sharing ideas that strengthen civic life

This fellowship values diversity in age, experience, and perspective, creating space for meaningful cross-generational learning and partnership.

Application Deadline

Applications are open now and must be submitted by March 12.

Early application is encouraged to ensure all required materials are completed before the deadline.

Be sure to review all eligibility requirements and prepare a thoughtful application that clearly articulates your civic leadership experience and goals.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can learn more and submit their Application Here.

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