The Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI)
YTILI is a comprehensive program that inspires Belarusian entrepreneurs and innovators (ages 25-35) to grow their ventures and lead positive change in their home communities. If selected, finalists will have the opportunity to complete a virtual training program and a four-week internship at a U.S. organization in their industry.
Eligibility Criteria
Be between 25-35 years old
Be a citizen of Belarus
Speak fluent English
Have at least two years of entrepreneurial experience
Have your own commercial or social startup
YTILI program participants should be genuinely passionate about their business or social projects and contribute to innovative and positive change in their country. We encourage you to apply if you would like to gain professional experience, develop transatlantic connections and scale your business or social enterprise.
More about the program can be found at YTILI Fellowship Program
Application process
Applications for this program are usually accepted once a year from October to December. The application season for this program is currently closed. If you have questions about the YTILI program, please contact us at belarus@americancouncils.org
The selection of candidates for the YTILI program is carried out by the Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy in Belarus with support from American Councils for International Education. Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.
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The YTILI program is open to all Belarusian citizens who meet the eligibility criteria irrespective of their current place of residence.