600+
Melton FellowsOur network is truly global: based in more than 10 world regions and a diverse mix of cultures
30+
Years Legacy
5,000 +
Global Citizens
100+
Impact ProjectsWe curate and mentor impactful projects that help build local communities while addressing the United Nations Sustainable Development goals.
Why should you think globally, and act locally?
Today’s greatest challenges, from climate change to poverty, inequality to displacement, natural resource depletion to overpopulation, are global in nature and interconnected.
Millions of people around the world would like to be part of the solution, to be the change they wish to see. Countless organizations and institutions are working on these issues, yet many of them are still looking inward, pursuing narrow interests within national, cultural, academic and economic boundaries.
Vision
A world where we transcend differences, acting on our shared humanity, to thrive collectively.
Mission
Through our fellowship and collaborative programs, we promote and enable global citizenship as a way for individuals and organizations to work together across boundaries of place and identity to solve challenges in an interconnected world.
The Melton Fellowship offers diverse pathways for passionate individuals committed to fostering positive social change. Our two main entry points into our life-long Melton Fellowship are holistic, and aimed at change agents at different stages of their social impact journey.
The Global Solvers Accelerator brings together emergent agents of social change from across the globe for an impact-driven, project-focused, learning journey. Alternatively, the Global Citizenship Learning Program, for university students with an eagerness to explore Global Citizenship, serves as the second entry point, providing a 1.5-year comprehensive experiential learning experience.
Global Solvers Accelerator program
Global Citizenship Learning Program
Life long Senior Fellowship
Our Offerings
Our Resources
The Melton Foundation offers an array of services including resources, materials, and consulting sessions, empowering global citizens to drive positive change.
Global Citizenship Hubs & Engagement
We recruit young social change leaders with great potential, who are looking for a chance to develop their skills, into a lifelong network.
Innovation Marathons
We host Pan-African SDG Innovation, Global Citizenship Challenges, and other innovation marathons to crowdsource solutions for global challenges.
Global Citizenship Practice
We enhance the global citizenship ecosystem through events, podcasts, resources, and whitepapers, fostering accessible education and development for communities worldwide.
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Our Hubs
Bengaluru, India
Bengaluru, dubbed as the Silicon Valley of India, is the site of one of the most happening, vibrant Global Citizenship Hub! With ample room for innovation and creative expression, we have witnessed numerous campaigns and projects yielding groundbreaking results. We comprise diverse individuals from all backgrounds.
Bengaluru, India
Bengaluru, dubbed as the Silicon Valley of India, is the site of one of the most happening, vibrant Global Citizenship Hub! With ample room for innovation and creative expression, we have witnessed numerous campaigns and projects yielding groundbreaking results. We comprise diverse individuals from all backgrounds.
New Orleans, USA
New Orleans, USA is the ideal setting for any global citizenship event to take place! The lively city with its vibrant community has rightly been dubbed as a ‘ melting pot of cultures ‘. Our Hub in New Orleans has for long been the choice for many of our intercultural events and conferences.
Temuco, Chile
Our Global Citizenship Hub in Temuco is a huddling point for all the global citizens and passionate individuals of the Chilean city! Composed of a diverse representation, this Hub, which has time and again hosted Global Citizenship Conferences, workshops and other events is an exemplary leader in sustainability and action.
Jena, Germany
This German city famed for its greenery, museums and scenic views also happens to be one of our Global Citizenship Hubs! Teeming with keen minds full of innovative ideas and spirits, Jena has been the hubspot for numerous intercultural events. Through events, Jena thrives as a dynamic Global Citizenship Hub!
Accra, Ghana
Situated along the Atlantic coast, Accra provides the perfect spot for our global citizens across the world to meet, network and deliberate as a joint unit! Watching the community of Ghanaian global citizens in action gives one a glimpse into the power of local acts to create tangible changes at the grassroots level.
Hangzhou, China
The Hangzhou Global Citizenship Hub is a place of global significance, having been the host for several conferences and meetings of international organizations. Steeped in history and culture, Hangzhou provides the idyllic setting for a global citizen to explore her environs and link them with the universal scheme of things.
…. And expanding globally!
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