Yiaga Africa has opened applications for self-funded and organisation-funded participants interested in attending the Building Solidarity Conference 2.0, a regional gathering focused on strengthening civic engagement and coordinated action across West Africa.
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According to the organisation, the conference will bring together civil society leaders, frontline activists, movement organisers, and governance advocates from different countries within the region.
The conference follows the 2025 Dakar convening and is designed to deepen collaboration among individuals and organisations working on governance, advocacy, democracy, and social justice issues across Africa.
Organisers said the new edition of the conference will focus on transforming resistance efforts into coordinated regional action, while creating opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing, and stronger partnerships among participants.
Who Can Apply
Yiaga Africa stated that applicants must meet specific requirements before applying for the programme.
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be from West Africa
- Be active in civil society, governance advocacy, or social movements in Africa
- Demonstrate relevant experience in advocacy or movement work
- Be self-funded or sponsored by an organisation
- Be available to attend the full conference
- Have working knowledge of English or French
The organisation also noted that women and persons living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Participant Responsibilities
Selected delegates will be responsible for several personal and travel-related expenses connected to the conference.
According to the application details, accepted participants will cover:
- Travel costs to and from Accra, Ghana
- Accommodation expenses
- Visa and travel documentation
- Personal expenses outside conference provisions
This means the opportunity is specifically targeted at applicants who already have funding support personally or through their organisations.
What Yiaga Africa Will Provide
While participants are expected to fund their travel and accommodation, Yiaga Africa said selected applicants will still receive important conference-related support.
The organisation will provide:
- Acceptance letters for visa support
- Accommodation recommendations
- Access to all conference sessions
- Conference materials
- Networking opportunities with other civic leaders and advocates
The conference is expected to create an avenue for collaboration among changemakers working across governance, democracy, and civic participation in West Africa.
Application Requirements
Interested applicants are expected to submit the following information during the application process:
- Name, organisation, and contact details
- A short biography not exceeding 300 characters
- A brief account of a struggle, movement, or campaign they have supported
- Funding confirmation, either personal or organisational
Yiaga Africa added that all applications must be submitted in either English or French.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can access more details and complete their application through the official application portal https://yiaga.org/call-for-applications.
