United Nations University Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability is offering the Global Leadership Training Programme for Sustainable Development in Africa 2026, an online certificate programme designed to equip future leaders with skills and strategies to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Africa.
The programme is conducted in collaboration with New York University and University of Johannesburg.
Programme Overview
The intensive certificate course focuses on:
- Sustainable development leadership
- African development challenges and opportunities
- Democracy and civic engagement
- Public policy
- Governance and human rights
- Technology and innovation
- Health and education
- Environmental sustainability
Participants will learn from African leaders, scholars, and practitioners working across public and private sectors.
Successful participants will receive a certificate of completion from UNU-IAS.
Programme Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Host Institution | United Nations University Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS) |
| Programme Type | Online Certificate Programme |
| Start Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Duration | 4 weeks |
| Application Deadline | 14 September 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Cost | 50,000 JPY |
| Delivery Format | Online |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be:
- Postgraduate students currently enrolled in Master’s or doctoral programmes
- Interested in:
- International cooperation
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- African development issues
The programme is particularly suitable for students and researchers interested in sustainability, governance, development studies, technology, health, education, and related fields.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will develop skills to:
- Engage with African leaders across different sectors including health, education, technology, environment, governance, and human rights.
- Understand leadership strategies used to promote sustainable development initiatives.
- Build networks between African and Asian researchers, practitioners, and institutions.
- Discuss best practices in governance, public management, community mobilisation, and social innovation.
- Strengthen strategic planning and community engagement skills.
Programme Schedule
Classes will take place online from:
14 October 2026 – 13 November 2026
Schedule:
- Mondays
- Wednesdays
- Fridays
Time:
17:00–19:00 Tokyo Time (JST/UTC+9)
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply is:
14 September 2026 at 10:00 JST
Programme Coordinator
Carol Ann Spreen
Professor, New York University, USA
Contact Information
Email: ias.gltp@unu.edu
Who Should Apply?
This programme is ideal for:
- Master’s students
- PhD students
- Sustainability researchers
- Development professionals
- Future African leaders
- Researchers interested in SDGs and international cooperation
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