JAN SURAAJ YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAM

At the Jan Suraaj Young Leaders Program, we believe transformational change happens when Sahi log (right people), Sahi soch (right thought), and Samuhik prayaas (collective action) come together.

The JSYL Program is a one-of-a-kind experiential learning opportunity in Bihar that aims to acquaint selected young individuals with the ropes of grassroots politics. It is a program built for zealous young individuals interested in participating and learning from active political movements who are committed to the cause of strengthening Indian democracy.

Professional Development & Mentorship:

The Fellowship will organise a leadership speaker series which allows the Fellows to engage with top thought leaders of India focusing on building critical analytical and functional skills necessary to create and amplify positive social impact.

Certificate of Completion & Letter of Recommendation:

The Fellowship will organise a leadership speaker series which allows the Fellows to engage with top thought leaders of India focusing on building critical analytical and functional skills necessary to create and amplify positive social impact.

Post-fellowship Alumni Network:

Fellows will be part of a post-fellowship Alumni Network, which will include experts, grassroots leaders, and academicians from diverse geographical and professional backgrounds.

(A) Work closely for planning and execution of Jan Suraaj Padayatra, a 3000km footmarch panning across Bihar.

(B) Travel across multiple districts of Bihar to identify pressing household and community-level issues through focus group discussions and in-depth interviews at the panchayat level.

(C) Analyse findings from the primary research and integrate them with rigorous secondary research to produce actionable insights.

(D) Ideate, design, and execute various on-ground social outreach campaigns. Develop and implement innovative on-ground and digital communications strategies

(A) Willing to relocate to Bihar and comfortable with relocating within the state frequently.

(B) Ability to comfortably stay/live in a remote setting for a continued period.

(C) Has the spirit to take up new challenges and work both independently and in a team as per requirement.

(D) Prior experience in a similar role or rural setting is highly preferred.

(E) Is in possession of a laptop.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Jan Suraaj Young Leaders Programme is a finite Fellowship which provides the selected individuals with an opportunity to not only travel across the state of Bihar but also work on issues at the grass root level which will enable them to understand the nature of politics in rural India over the span of the fellowship which may range between 3,6 or 11 months.
The Fellowship begins in August 2022. The Batch of 2022-23 will be the first cohort.
The JSYLP Fellowship was created with a vision to provide a platform to the youth to enable them to understand the nature and course of grassroot politics in the country.
No, a Master’s Degree is not an essential requirement while applying for the Fellowship.
Apart from the monthly renumeration, Fellows are also provided with Rent Free Accommodation and transportation arrangements.
Yes. The maximum duration of the Fellowship is 11 months. The Fellows who are selected for shorter period (3/6 months) are eligible to extend their tenure up to 11 months.
Each cohort is expected to have 100 fellows.
At present, the Fellowship is based only out of Bihar, India.
No, there is no provision for being a part time fellow.
Yes, fluency in both the languages is a must, considering that the Fellows will be working on ground in the state of Bihar.
Yes. Applicants who are not selected can reapply after a period of 6 months.
Yes. The selected individuals undergo a structured Training Program in the first week. In addition to this, Mentorship and Awareness sessions will also be conducted during the course of the program.
Yes, Fellows can inform about their joining dates during the time of their interview and can join accordingly. However, the date of joining and provision for a deferred joining will be as per the discretion of the Program Team.
In the event of any emergency or field related concern, Fellows can approach the Program team of Jan Suraaj Young Leaders Program directly.
No. The organization will cover the expenses of the travels made during the course of the Fellowship. However the cost of travelling from their respective home states to Patna will be borne by the selected Fellows respectively.
The Young Leaders will be on probation for the first week, and only after successful completion of activities in the probation period, the Fellows will be allowed to continue for the full length of the Fellowship programme, or else the fellowship will be terminated. A quarterly performance appraisal will be conducted at the end of the first quarter of the Program, and only if the performance is satisfactory, the Young Leaders will be asked to continue for the rest of the Program.
Applications for the fellowship will be open on rolling basis. Information related to openings will be uploaded on the website.
Fellows will approach the Program team of Jan Suraaj Young Leaders Program in case of any issue or emergency.
No
The contact details of the fellowship co-ordinator will be shared with the fellows, that can be utilised for any emergency, in case it arises.
No, accommodation is only provided to the fellows.
As a JSYLP fellow, you will be required to put in a minimum of 9 hours of work.
The JSYLP fellowship will not be covering the travel cost of fellows moving from their home states to Patna. However, travel during the fellowship will be take care of.
The Young Leaders will be on probation for the first week, and only after successful completion of activities in the probation period, the Fellows will be allowed to continue for the full length of the Fellowship programme, or else the fellowship will be terminated. A quarterly performance appraisal will be conducted at the end of the first quarter of the Program, and only if the performance is satisfactory, the Young Leaders will be asked to continue for the rest of the Program.

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