1. Country selection Interviews – Nigeria
THE FORD FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIPS PROGRAM (IFP)
&
PATHFINDER INTERNATIONAL, NIGERIA
Country selection Interviews – Nigeria
PARKVIEW HOTEL, ABUJA
28 JUNE-4 JULY 2009

2. BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE FORD FOUNDATION
The Ford Foundation is a resource for
innovative people and institutions worldwide.
For more than half a century, its goals have been to:
·       Strengthen democratic values
·       Reduce poverty and injustice
·       Promote international cooperation
·       Advance human achievement

3. BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE FORD FOUNDATION
Created with gifts and bequests by Edsel and Henry Ford, the foundation is an independent, non-profit, non - governmental organization, with its own board, and is entirely separate from the Ford Motor Company.
The trustees of the foundation set policy and delegate authority to the president and senior staff for the foundation's grant making and operations.
Program officers in the United States, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Latin America and Russia explore opportunities to pursue the foundation's goals, formulate strategies and recommend proposals for funding.

4. Programs Asset Building and Community Development Peace and Social Justice Knowledge, Creativity and Freedom Fields
Arts and Culture
Civil Society
Community Development
Development Finance and Economic Security
Education and Scholarship
Environment and Development
Governance
HIV/AIDS
Human Rights
Media
Religion, Society and Culture
Sexuality and Reproductive Health
Workforce Development

5. IFP Program Overview Program Goal: Program Objectives:
Approved by Ford Foundation Trustees in September 2000
$280 Million over 10 years
Additional $75Million for another 5years
Operating in 22 Ford Foundation Countries & Territories
Support for up to 3 years of Post-Baccalaureate Study Worldwide
Estimated 4,200 Fellows
Program Goal:
To provide opportunities for
advanced study to exceptional
individuals who will use this
education to become leaders in
their respective fields,
furthering development in their
own countries and greater
economic and social justice
worldwide
Program Objectives:
Diversify Leadership Pool with Individuals from Marginalized & Disadvantaged Communities
Strengthen Link Between Education & Development
Promote Global Citizenship

6. IFP Program Overview Basic Premises:
New generations of leaders with direct knowledge of their societies’ worst problems and inequities will benefit as individuals from post-graduate study
Individuals selected on the basis of their social commitment and leadership potential in addition to their academic achievements will be strongly motivated to use their education for the betterment of their communities
Social returns on investment in education are quickly compounded through reinforcing networks that strive for a common purpose, such as social justice

7. IFF/IFP Institutional Structure
Ford Foundation
IFF Board of Directors
(4 IIE and 3 FF members)
AAU with PI & WARC
(West Africa)
IIE - New York
Center for
Education Exchange
with Vietnam
IIE - Russia
Latin America
Faculty of Social Sciences
(Chile & Peru)
IIE/IIEF - Indonesia
(Indonesia Int’l Education
Foundation)
IFF/IFP Secretariat
IIE - Mexico
with CIRMA (Guatemala) &
CIESAS (Mexico)
FAWE/ESRF/AHEAD
(East Africa)
IIE - China
United States
Educational Foundation
in India
Carlos Chagas Foundation (Brazil)
The Africa-America
Institute
(Southern Africa)
FF Field Offices
Philippines
Social Science Council
American-Mideast
Educational & Training
Services

8. 1st Competition Nov/Dec 2001
IFP Geography
Group I
1st Competition June 2001
Group II
1st Competition Nov/Dec 2001
Group III
1st Competition 2002
Russia
Chile
Peru
Vietnam
Senegal
Nigeria
Ghana
China
Tanzania
Uganda
Kenya
India
Mexico
Guatemala
Indonesia
Philippines
Brazil
Egypt
Palestine
South Africa
Mozambique
Thailand (2003)

9. AIMS OF THE PROGRAM AIMS
To provide opportunities to unique individuals from communities lacking systematic access to higher education so as to broaden the talent pool of future leaders in developing countries
To prepare Fellows to become leaders in the field that further the goals of the Foundation through the knowledge and skills gained from advanced graduate study
To encourage Fellows to apply their advanced skills and knowledge in the development and advancement of their own communities and countries
AIMS

10. PROGRAM TARGET
The program is aimed at outstanding individuals from groups or communities that historically have lacked opportunities to pursue higher education
Particular ethnic, racial or religious groups
Women
People with disabilities
People living outside major cities

11. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Residents and Resident citizens of participating country( Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal).
Holders of Bachelors Degree or its equivalent who have demonstrated academic potential in their studies.
Experience in community or development related activities
An intention to pursue formal Masters or Doctoral training that will enhance their leadership skills in fields that support the goals of the Ford Foundation.
Have a statement of objectives specifying how they intend applying their studies to social issues in their own community/or country.

12. AAU ensures selection criteria are applied consistently
PROGRAM SELECTION PROCESS
Applications submitted to Partner Organizations (AAU) and local implementation partners, ( Pathfinder and WARC)
AAU in association with Pathfinder & WARC identify and appoint academics and professionals as Short-listing & Selection Committee Members
Short-listing Ctee evaluates completed applications and recommends candidates for interview.
Selection Committee interviews candidates and makes recommendations.
IFP NY reviews and endorses recommendations
All short- listed applicants are notified of outcome
Successful applicants are assisted with registration process for University of their choice.
AAU ensures selection criteria are applied consistently

13. MAIN SELECTION CRITERIA
Background
Academic achievement and promise
Leadership skills / potential
Demonstrated Social Commitment
Career and Professional Goals

14. MAIN SELECTION CRITERIA
Represents Eligible Applicants
Academic
Background
&
Proposed Study
Program & Purpose
Demonstrated Social Commitment
Leadership Skills &
Potential
CHANGE AGENTS

15. PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION AND SUPPORT
Successful applicants will be able to study for up to 3 years in a relevant degree program at a university anywhere in the world.
The Partner Organization & Placement Partners (IIE/BC/NUFFIC) will assist in placement of Fellows-Elect.
The program provides financial assistance with travel, living allowances, tuition and other specific related costs.
Provision is also made for Pre-Fellowship training in language, computer and research courses.
During the Fellowship period, Fellows will receive support to pursue professional activities relevant to their field of study.
Fellows will be encouraged to stay up to date in their respective fields through interactive web based communication and other means.

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17. IFP Process Flow Recruitment & Selection Post-Fellowship
Educational Assessment & Advising
Program Operations, Monitoring, Evaluation & Research
Data Collection & Information Management
Program Tools
External Communications
Leadership & Cohort Building
Pre-Academic Training
On-Going Support & Monitoring
University
Placement
Grants Administration
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