Global Mission Fellows

Global Mission Fellows are young adults, ages 20–30, who are committed to serve in social justice ministries for two years. They enter into new communities, understanding their challenges and assets through relationships and with the long-term goal to overcome systemic oppression. Fellows partner with community organizations to address a variety of issues, including migration/immigration, education, public health and poverty. 

Interested in being a Global Mission Fellow?

We invite young adults from around the world to
SEE DIFFERENTLY.  SERVE DIFFERENTLY.

Explore how fellows are putting their faith into action.

Core Values

Program Structure

US-2 Track

International Track

Methodist Connection

Global Mission Fellows is a program of The United Methodist Church. The Wesleyan value of personal and social holiness is at the core of the Global Mission Fellows program. The program is open to those from different denominational backgrounds, but participants are expected to represent The United Methodist Church and uphold its social principles during their time of service.

Global Mission Fellows are commissioned and sent by Global Ministries, the mission agency of The United Methodist Church.

Resources

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Application opens for GMF program, international track

The application has launched for the 2025-27 cohort of young adults who will serve in social justice ministries internationally through The United Methodist Church.

Youth 2023 event makes lasting impact

Young adults who attended Youth 2023 in Florida with support from Native American Ministries Sunday offerings reflect on the life lessons and impact the event had for them.

Global Mission Fellows to be commissioned in Kenya

On January 14, Global Ministries will commission 39 young adult missionaries for service around the world.