Namibian Youth Impact Form

Namibian Youth Impact Form

The Namibian Youth Impact Fund supports young people in Namibia who are at the early stages of building ideas that strengthen their communities.

This application is for young leaders ages 18 to 30 who have an idea they care about and are ready to take a first step toward action. You do not need a registered organization or a fully developed project to apply.

If selected, grantees will receive a small grant and access to guidance and learning resources through Peace First.

ELIGIBILITY

To be considered for a Namibian Youth Impact Fund grant, applicants should:
- Be between the ages of 18 and 30 and currently living in Namibia.
- Be leading or co-leading an idea, initiative, or early-stage project that aims to strengthen their community or address a local challenge.
- Have a clear idea of how a small grant would help move their idea from inspiration to action.
- Be committed to leading their work with integrity, care for others, and a spirit of collaboration.
- Be open to reflecting on their experience and sharing brief learnings at the end of the grant period.
You do not need to have a registered organization or a fully developed project to apply. This fund is designed to support early ideas and emerging leaders.

Next Steps

Once you submit this form:
1. The Namibian Youth Impact Fund team, in partnership with Peace First, will review your responses.
2. Selected applicants will receive an email with next steps, including grant disbursement details and simple expectations.
3. Grantees may be invited to optional learning, mentorship, or storytelling opportunities through Peace First’s global network.

APPLICANT INFORMATION:

We want to know who’s behind the idea. Whether you’re leading this project alone or with a team, use this section to introduce yourself and help us understand the people driving the work.
Full Name*
Please use your full legal name
E-mail Address*
Make sure this is an address you check regularly — this is where Peace First will contact you about your grant
Age*
Please enter your current age. You must be at least 18 years old to receive this grant.
Phone Number or WhatsApp*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Please upload a clear photo of yourself that we can feature online or in Peace First storytelling materials.*

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IndividualPart of a team
Community or Organization Name
Example: “Youth Voices Hub” or “Nairobi Street Art Project.”
If part of a team, please list yourself, your teammates, and their roles.*
Example: Me - Co-founder, Aisha – Co-founder, John – Communications, Rafi – Outreach.
Country*
City*
Street Address*
Organization Address

Project Overview:

Use this section to share what you’re working on, why it matters, and what this grant will help you make possible.
What is the name of your project?*
If you don’t have an official name yet, you can describe it in a few words
Describe your project idea and what inspired it:*
What issue are you trying to address? What made you care about this issue?
Who will benefit most from this project, and how will it help them?*
Example: “Our project supports young girls in rural schools by providing reusable sanitary products and workshops about menstrual health.”
We are just startingIt has already begun, and this grant will help us continueIt is a new phase of ongoing work
When do you plan to start your project?*
When do you plan to finish your project?*
Example: We plan to complete by June.

Banking Information:

Peace First will use this information to send your grant once it has been approved. Please enter your details carefully to ensure your funds reach you safely and without delay.

Your information will remain confidential and will only be used for grant disbursement. If you have any difficulty completing this section or if you do not have access to your own account, please contact the Peace First Finance Team at finance@peacefirst.org for support.

We recommend providing the account details of the person or organization that will responsibly manage the grant funds on behalf of your project.
Name of Bank*
(As it appears on the bank account)
Beneficiary Name*
(As it appears on the bank account)
Beneficiary Address*
(As it appears on the bank account)
Beneficiary Phone Number*
(As it appears on the bank account)
Bank SWIFT/IBAN*
Bank Account number*
Bank Country*
Bank Currency*

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APPLICANT CERTIFICATION:

By submitting this form, I confirm that:
- By submitting this form, I confirm that:
- The information I have shared is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
- I will use funds from the Namibian Youth Impact Fund for the purpose and activities described in this application.
- I understand that Peace First may request brief updates, photos, or reflections to learn about my progress and experience.
- I will communicate with Peace First if my plans change or if I encounter challenges that affect how the funds are used.
- I understand that misuse of funds may affect my eligibility for future opportunities with Peace First.
- I give permission for Peace First to share my name, project, and story as part of learning, storytelling, or community updates related to the fund.
- I give permission for Peace First to reference or reshare public content from my project or social media accounts in order to highlight my work.
Initial:*
Signature*
Date:*
Should be Empty: