Billion Acts Fellowship
Discover a transformative one-year fellowship designed to empower and engage the exceptional Billion Acts awardees. These remarkable individuals have been recognized for their innovative solutions addressing key global challenges within the Billion Acts 10 Issue-Areas, showcasing compassionate leadership and profound societal impact.
The support that we’ve gotten from Billion Acts has been really nice to kind of light a fire under Detroit Feedback Loop to get the organization back on it’s feet. With the support, not only financial, but also the motivation and community support we’ve received.
6 PeaceJam Competencies
Positive Power & Purpose
This competency centers on the idea that every individual possesses the ability to harness their inner strength for positive change. It emphasizes finding one's purpose and using personal power to make a meaningful impact in the world.
Creating Inclusive Communities
Building strong, inclusive communities is vital to creating a peaceful and just world. This competency teaches the value of teamwork, collaboration, and the importance of nurturing supportive networks.
Compassionate Leadership
Compassion is at the heart of leadership. This competency encourages individuals to lead with empathy, understanding, and a commitment to justice, fostering a more compassionate world.
Peacebuilding
Peace is not merely the absence of conflict but the presence of justice. This competency equips individuals with the skills and knowledge to actively work towards resolving conflicts and promoting harmony.
Global Citizenship & Interconnectedness
In an increasingly interconnected world, this competency underscores the importance of recognizing our shared humanity and interconnectedness with all people and the planet. It promotes a sense of global citizenship, encouraging individuals to think and act beyond borders.
Change Agent
The final competency empowers individuals to be proactive change agents. It encourages them to take action, speak out, and advocate for positive transformation in their communities and beyond.
Become a Fellow and Receive up to $5000 in Funding
Some benefits of becoming a fellow
Yearlong Mentorship
Fellows will learn the skills our Nobel Laureates used to effect change, and help design some of the monthly sessions based on the skills they would like to cultivate.
Being part of the Billion Acts Community of Changemakers
Connect with others in the PeaceJam and Billion Acts community including PeaceJam youth, Billion Acts Fellows, Nobel Laureates, Network Members, nonprofit and business professionals.
Financial Support
Fellows will work with the Billion Acts Team to identify a passion project that supports their personal and professional development.
Opportunities
Fellows will be invited to participate in PeaceJam conferences and virtual events, a Billion Acts Summit, and learn about global opportunities that support their goals and dreams.
Campaigns by Fellows
The Center of Hope, located in the Cafda Village Community in Cape Town, is a flagship and legacy initiative by Restoring Hope. Our mission is to provide a nurturing space for children, youth, and adults, fostering their participation in recreational, educational, and skills development programs. Our ultimate goal...
The Chaeli Campaign is a social justice foundation changing society’s views on the capabilities and role of children with disabilities in South Africa and around the world.
Marimba Jam is a proudly women-led, youth-driven social enterprise. At Marimba Jam, we believe music has the power to unlock the creative potential that lies within every child. We aim to make music education more accessible to under-resourced communities and schools who have no access to creative arts education...