Sports for Transformation Fellowship by Dani Foundation
Sports for Transformation Fellowship (SFTF) by Dani Foundation is a one-of-a-kind program that combines the power of sports with the goal of community development.
Change is a kick away!
“Sports have the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire, it has the power to unite people in a way that little else does.”
Nelson Mandela
For youth looking for an opportunity to make a positive impact in the society, and to develop their leadership skills and being part of the movement that aspires to create an equitable sports ecosystem from ground, the Sports for Transformation fellowship has it all. SFTF combines the power of sports with the goal of community development. By joining the fellowship, the fellows will be able to improve the lives of children, and also gain valuable perspective and organisational skills. The two-year programme will place fellows at Kapadwanj, Gujarat in the first year followed by a location of their choice from various other locations where we function. So, do not miss out on this chance to make a difference and grow as an individual. This unique opportunity will enable youth from across India to work in schools among students and enable them to participate in sports.
Why join the Sports for Transformation Fellowship?
Participating in the Sports for Transformation Fellowship can be a rewarding experience for many reasons. Not only will fellows be able to share their passion for sports with others, but they will also have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children who may not have access to sports programs otherwise. Additionally, being a part of the fellowship can provide a sense of purpose and fulfilment, as well as valuable experience for those interested in pursuing a career in coaching or sports management and in developing the sports ecosystem of India from grassroots level.
Who is an ideal Sports for Transformation Fellow?
We are looking for youth between the ages of 20-26, who have passion and commitment towards our movement that places every child’s right to play and learn at the heart of what we do. In order to be eligible for the fellowship, you must be an Indian citizen, and must have graduated with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree by June/July 2023.
Our cohort will be diverse. Youth from varied social and academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants with demonstrated experience in leadership roles in sports development, coaching and/or have participated in district or state level sports will be preferred but it is not mandatory.
The Sports for Transformation fellowship roadmap
- Selection Process
ROUND 1 – Application Form
ROUND 2 – Telephonic Conversation
ROUND 3 – Interview 1, Interview 2 (if needed)
- Application Dates & Outcome Dates
Last date to apply – 10th Feb 2023
Final Selection of fellows – April 2023
Fellowship Starts – June 2023
- Application for ‘June 2023 cohort’ is now open:
To apply and to know more visit: https://www.danifoundation.in/sports-for-development-fellowship
For more information mail us at fellowship@dani.in
About the organisation
Sports for Transformation by Dani Foundation is hosted at Kapadwanj Kelawani Mandal, Gujarat as Project Chhalaang initiative.
Project छलांग is an ELMS Sports Foundation initiative with a strong belief that one day every child in India will have an opportunity to engage in organized sports and physical education. Project छलांग currently works with more than 50,000 students in 700 schools across 12 districts, 6 of which are Aspirational Districts from Jharkhand and Bihar.
KKM’s vision is to touch every family in and around Kapadwanj Taluka in Gujarat through affordable educational, health services and livelihood programs. They run 13 educational institutes educating over 7,000 students, support community health initiatives and provide vocational and technical training for students through their programs.
Dani Foundation supports grass-roots level initiatives that help empower individuals and engage communities to bring about a transformation from the inside. Dani Foundation has worked with over 1 million students through their holistic learning initiatives and treated more than 2.3 lakh people through their health initiatives.
At Village Square Youth Hub – we bring opportunities for youth to connect with rural India. And under this effort, we are sharing this opportunity with you.
