Applications Invited for Goonj Setu Fellowship

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About the Organization

Goonj aims to build an equitable relationship of strength, sustenance, and dignity between the cities and villages, using under-utilized material as a tool to trigger development with dignity. We envision growing as an idea across regions, economies, and countries using urban surplus material as a tool to address basic but neglected issues of the financially and materially poor, involving them in designing and implementing their own solutions, with their own efforts, knowledge, and dignity, and material as a reward for their participation.

About the Fellowship

Step into a high-impact, purpose-driven year with the Goonj Setu Fellowship, celebrating over 25 years of grassroots innovation and social transformation. From August 1, 2025 to July 31, 2026, join a dynamic cohort of changemakers from across India for a journey that blends real-world exposure, deep learning, and leadership development.

This is more than a fellowship — it’s a launchpad for urban youth ready to create tangible change. Immerse yourself in Goonj’s wide-ranging initiatives — from menstrual health, education, and environment to disaster response, rural development, and urban community events.

With field immersion across 27 states and UTs, you’ll dive into diverse geographies and communities, working on self-led projects that match your interests and passions. The curriculum is rooted in experiential learning, and includes skill labs, hands-on training, cross-sectoral exposure, and personalized mentorship.

If you’re a curious, impact-oriented young leader seeking to grow, contribute, and reimagine development from the ground up, this is your call to action.

Milestones at Goonj Setu Fellowship

• The Goonj Way: Deep Dive into the Goonj Way, Values and Ethos
• Practica: Getting to know rural India – Immersion and learning by doing with grassroots leaders and communities
• Ecosystem Exposure: Engage with and learn from development sector leaders working on innovative ideas on different issues
• Participation & Action: Instigating positive civic participation in development and climate action
• Skill Labs: Honing skills and dreams for the future through workshops, reflections, peer-to-peer learning, and proactive action Discovering the self
• through projects: Finding purpose through experiential learning

Eligibility

• Age – You must be 21 to 30 years old by July 31, 2025
• Education – You should have graduated by July 31, 2025
• Adept with technology – basic computer knowledge
• Languages known – basic understanding of English / Hindi

How to Apply

Last date to apply – 22nd JUNE 2025

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