Organization: PROJECT EDSA
Location : 16 Countries (Africa included)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Application Deadline: 15th June 2026
Program Type: Fully funded
OVERVIEW
Project Esda summer cohort is a global Voluntary application for a youth-driven initiative focused on expanding access to mental health and eating disorder education worldwide.
The programme invites students and young advocates to join an international volunteer network working to raise awareness, develop educational resources, and strengthen youth-led advocacy campaigns across schools and communities.
Over the years, Project EDSA has grown into a global movement with more than 100 chapters across 16 countries, reaching thousands of students through digital campaigns, outreach programmes, and educational initiatives.
OBJECTIVE
Participants selected for the Summer Cohort will work in one of four volunteer teams:
- Creative Team
- Education Team
- Outreach Team
- Social Media Team
Volunteers will collaborate on projects that support awareness campaigns, educational content creation, student engagement, and online advocacy initiatives focused on mental health and eating disorder awareness.
PROGRAMME BENEFITS
- Verified volunteer service hours
- Leadership and advocacy experience
- Opportunities to contribute to international awareness campaigns
- Hands-on experience in outreach, education, media, and communications
- Access to a growing global youth network
- Potential consideration for future leadership roles within Project EDSA
REQUIREMENTS
The programme is open to any student or a youth interested in:
- Mental health advocacy
- Eating disorder awareness
- Youth leadership
- Education and outreach
- Social media and digital campaigns
- Creative communication and storytelling
- passionate about community impact and youth empowerment
HOW TO APPLY
Apply here
For more information visit the official Project EDSA website
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