About Host Organizations | Princeton in Africa

Questions?

Review our FAQs for additional information on the fellowship experience and more.

Princeton in Africa began by sending 2 Fellows to Rwanda to work with the International Rescue Commission (IRC) in 1999. Now, 27 years later, PiAf continues to send Fellows to the IRC, but has grown to partner with over 140 different organizations in 37 African countries. PiAf seeks relationships with a diverse range of organizations, including, local and grassroots organizations, international NGOs, and private sector companies. We work hard to maintain opportunities across a number of sectors including conservation, education, finance, public health, advocacy and humanitarian aid. Click here to see a list of our current fellowship organizations.

We are always happy to consider adding new host organizations working on the African continent to our fellowship program. Check here for more information on applying to host a Fellow.

Choosing Host Organizations

Host organizations, just like Fellows, go through a rigorous application process. While the host organization application is open all year round, organizations that wish to be considered for the following year must submit their application in August the year prior to hosting.

Organizations interested in hosting fellows for the 2027-2028 fellowship cycle must submit their applications by August 31st, 2026.

Princeton in Africa looks for organizations that:

Provide a yearlong position in Africa
Give Fellows a substantive role in daily operations and programs
Engage in exciting initiatives that work toward Africa’s advancement
Can cover the on-the-ground costs associated with the fellowship (such as housing and a basic monthly stipend), and contribute to program costs

Princeton in Africa aims to provide opportunities with a diverse group of host organizations; as such, arrangements with host organizations can vary per organization.

Princeton in Africa takes the security of Fellows very seriously. Our Programs Committee vets opportunities to work with new organizations on a quarterly basis.

More information on applying to host a Fellow can be found here.