About this opportunity
Applications are now open for the One Young World Leading Scholarship 2026, an opportunity for exceptional young leaders who are creating positive social, economic, environmental, or community impact. The One Young World Summit 2026 will take place from 3–6 November 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa, bringing together young leaders, policymakers, business executives, and social innovators from around the world.
Eligibility
Applicants must: Be between 18 and 35 years old . Demonstrate a strong commitment to creating positive change.
Be actively addressing local or global challenges through their work. Have a track record of developing innovative and impactful solutions.
Demonstrate leadership potential and commitment to community development. Benefits Successful scholars will receive: Full delegate access to the One Young World Summit 2026.
Hotel accommodation from 2–6 November 2026 . Breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the summit.
Round-trip travel costs to and from Cape Town. Access to a global network of more than 20,000 young leaders from 196 countries .
Opportunities for speaking engagements, mentoring, and regional networking. Opportunity to represent their country during the Summit’s Opening Ceremony.
Global visibility for their work and initiatives. Who Should Apply?
The scholarship is suitable for young professionals, entrepreneurs, activists, community leaders, and changemakers working on issues such as: Education Climate action Entrepreneurship Governance Technology Healthcare Social inclusion Community development
Application timeline
31 August 2026
Application steps
Interested and eligible applicants should complete the online application form before the
Application timeline
Apply here: One Young World Leading Scholarship 2026 Application
Who can apply
- Eligibility Applicants must: Be between 18 and 35 years old
Sources and verification
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