Calling Fellows for The Period Fellowship | Uninhibited | Community Fellowship
India
Program Overview!
Are you committed to creating impact at the grassroots and making menstruation a non-issue in India? The Period Fellowship is a two-year, full-time leadership opportunity designed for individuals who are passionate about menstrual health and gender equity. Fellows are placed in rural districts of Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, or Maharashtra to co-lead systemic change in partnership with local governments. With a generous stipend, hands-on fieldwork, and deep mentorship, this fellowship is ideal for social change agents ready to work on one of India’s most urgent yet neglected issues.
Uninhibited is a Bangalore-based social enterprise focused on eliminating menstrual health taboos and improving access to menstrual hygiene education and resources. Through collaborative programs with local governments and communities, it implements behavior change, infrastructure development, and advocacy initiatives. The organization has impacted over 200,000 menstruators across India and is committed to building systems-level solutions that make menstruation a non-issue in marginalized communities.
The Period Fellowship is a full-time, field-based leadership program where fellows are deployed to selected districts in Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, or Maharashtra. Over two years, fellows collaborate with district administration, health workers, educators, and communities to implement large-scale menstrual health initiatives. They work on data collection, capacity-building, gender advocacy, and system strengthening to create long-term, sustainable impact.
Benefits:
- Monthly stipend of ₹50,000 in the first year
- Performance-based stipend increase in the second year (up to ₹60,000)
- Exposure to government systems and rural governance
- Training and mentorship from development sector experts
- Access to a national network of social change leaders
- Opportunities to co-create scalable menstrual health solutions
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Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum 25 years of age
- 5–7 years of experience in the social/development sector
- Prior experience working with marginalized communities
- Willingness to relocate and stay full-time in rural districts for two years
- Proficiency in Hindi or Kannada (depending on placement region)
- Good documentation, research, and facilitation skills
- Must own a laptop and preferably be able to commute in rural areas (two-wheeler recommended)
- Open to all gender identities
Application Process
- Applications open every two years
- Interested applicants need to submit their CV, motivation letter, and relevant experience details
- Selection involves shortlisting, interviews, and a multi-stage assessment
- Final cohort is selected based on alignment with the mission, leadership potential, and regional fit
- Keep an eye on the organization’s updates for the next cycle
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About The Peirod Fellowship!
Uninhibited is a Bangalore-based social enterprise focused on eliminating menstrual health taboos and improving access to menstrual hygiene education and resources. Through collaborative programs with local governments and communities, it implements behavior change, infrastructure development, and advocacy initiatives. The organization has impacted over 200,000 menstruators across India and is committed to building systems-level solutions that make menstruation a non-issue in marginalized communities.
The Period Fellowship is a full-time, field-based leadership program where fellows are deployed to selected districts in Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, or Maharashtra. Over two years, fellows collaborate with district administration, health workers, educators, and communities to implement large-scale menstrual health initiatives. They work on data collection, capacity-building, gender advocacy, and system strengthening to create long-term, sustainable impact.