Call for Applications: Tracka-BudgIT Governance for Women by Women Fellowship 2026 for Emerging Women Leaders

Application Deadline: July 31, 2026

About the Fellowship

Applications are now open for the Governance for Women By Women Fellowship, an initiative by Tracka and BudgIT designed to equip women with practical skills in governance, accountability, and civic engagement. The fellowship seeks to empower women to actively participate in public accountability by building capacity in budget tracking, project monitoring, and civic education. Tracka is a service of BudgIT that enables citizens to track public projects and budgets across Nigeria. BudgIT is a civic organisation that combines open data, technology, and advocacy to promote transparency and accountability in governance. Through this fellowship, Tracka and BudgIT aim to strengthen women’s participation in governance and public accountability.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should be:

• Women working with or affiliated with a Civil Society Organization (CSO), media organization, or advocacy group
• Interested in budget tracking, project monitoring, and civic education
• Available to commit to a 2–3-month virtual fellowship

Focus States

• Lagos
• Kwara
• Delta
• Gombe
• Katsina
• Enugu

Why This Fellowship Matters

Women remain underrepresented in governance and accountability processes in Nigeria. This fellowship addresses this gap by equipping women with the skills and knowledge to actively participate in budget tracking, project monitoring, and civic education. By building a network of women committed to transparency and inclusive governance, the fellowship aims to strengthen public accountability and improve service delivery in communities across Nigeria. For women working with CSOs, media organisations, or advocacy groups in the focus states, this fellowship offers:

• Practical skills in governance and public accountability
• Experience in budget tracking and project monitoring
• Networking opportunities with other women committed to transparency
• A platform to contribute to improving public service delivery in their communities

Fellowship Benefits

Participants will have the opportunity to:

• Strengthen their knowledge of governance and public accountability
• Develop practical monitoring and civic engagement skills
• Join a network of women committed to driving transparency and inclusive governance
• Contribute to improving public service delivery within their communities

How to Apply

Application Link:  Click here