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SIA Fellowship

A new programme for leading changemakers across Pakistan: 10–15 Fellows a year with a stipend, coaching and national visibility. Register interest to hear first when it opens.

The SIA Fellowship, modelled on Ashoka’s fellowship of system-changing social entrepreneurs, is for leading changemakers across Pakistan who already act on problems in their communities.

At a glance

Opening soon
Who it’s for
Leading changemakers across Pakistan
What you get
A stipend, coaching and national visibility
Cohort
10 to 15 Fellows a year
First cohort
Year 1 of the Strategic Plan (2026–27)
How to start
Register interest with the form

Register interest in the Fellowship

Two short steps. We message you when the first call opens.

About you

Add the country code if your number is not from Pakistan.

Where you live or work.

Your leadership

A project, a club, a campaign or a small business. What did you do, and what changed?

Your idea for solving that problem, in plain words.

For example mentoring, training, introductions, funding or a workspace.

How much time could you give?
Have you taken part in an SIA programme before?

The Fellowship

Stipend, coaching, visibility

  • 10–15Fellows a year
  • 75Fellows by 2031
  • Year 1First cohort2026–27

Targets for 2031 in SIA’s Strategic Plan 2026–2031.

  • A stipend while you are a Fellow
  • Coaching from people who have built what you are building
  • National visibility for you and your work

Is it for you?

Who the Fellowship is for

Who should register interest

  • Leading changemakers from Balochistan and across Pakistan
  • You have led a project, a club, a campaign or a business
  • You care about a problem in your community
  1. 1Register interestYour name and how to reach you.
  2. 2Hear firstEligibility and dates when the call opens.
  3. 3ApplyOnline or on WhatsApp.

Questions

About the Fellowship

When does the first cohort start?

Not yet announced. Register interest and we will tell you as soon as dates are set.

Is the Fellowship paid?

Yes: the Strategic Plan provides stipends for Fellows.

Can I apply from anywhere in Pakistan?

The eligibility rules will be published with the first call.

How is it different from Incubate?

Incubate supports a venture for 100 days. The Fellowship is about you as a young leader, with or without a business.

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