Summary
The One Young World Leading Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded opportunity enabling exceptional young leaders worldwide to attend the One Young World Summit 2026. Designed to identify and support outstanding individuals driving positive change, this scholarship provides an unmatched platform to discuss and devise meaningful strategies to address the world’s most pressing issues.
- 🌍 One Young World Leading Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded opportunity for young leaders from all nationalities to attend the One Young World Summit in Cape Town, South Africa, from 3–6 November 2026.
- 🎓 No IELTS and no application fee are required, making the scholarship accessible to applicants worldwide.
- 💰 Scholarship benefits include summit access, hotel accommodation (2–6 November 2026), round-trip travel, meals, and local transportation.
- 🤝 Participants will join 2,000+ young leaders and become part of a global network of 20,000+ changemakers from 190+ countries.
- 🚀 The summit features leadership sessions, panel discussions, networking events, skills workshops, social impact collaborations, and global policy discussions.
- 📄 Required documents include an application form, CV/Résumé, personal statement, leadership achievements, community/professional impact details, and responses to application questions.
- ✅ Eligibility: Applicants must be 18–35 years old, demonstrate leadership, create positive social impact, work on regional or global challenges, show innovation, and be able to travel to South Africa.
- 📅 Application deadline: 31 October 2026.
- 🌐 How to apply: Submit an online application through the official One Young World Scholarship Portal before the deadline.
Designation
Summit Delegate / Leading Scholar
Key Details
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Offered By | One Young World |
| Event Duration | 3–6 November 2026 |
| Scholarship Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Eligible Nationality | All Nationalities (targeting under-represented countries) |
| Age Limit | 18 – 35 years old |
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Research / Focus Area
- Global Leadership & Social Impact
- Global Policy Discussions
- Sustainable Development & Community Innovations
Location
Cape Town, South Africa
Eligibility & Qualifications
To be eligible for the Leading Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be between the ages of 18 and 35.
- Show a strong, evidenced dedication to making a positive social impact.
- Possess a track record of effective leadership and generating innovative ideas.
- Be actively working on addressing key regional or global issues.
- Have the ability to travel to South Africa for the summit.
- Note: IELTS is not required to apply.
Job Description / Program Highlights
While this is a scholarship and not traditional employment, scholars are expected to fully participate in summit activities and engage with the global community. Key aspects and benefits include:
- Event Participation: Engage in leadership sessions, panel discussions, and skills development workshops.
- Networking: Connect with a global network of over 20,000 potential collaborators from over 190 countries, including world-renowned experts and leaders.
- Full Financial Coverage:
- Complete access to the One Young World Summit 2026.
- Hotel accommodations from November 2–6, 2026.
- Catering (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
- Travel expenses to and from Cape Town, as well as ground transportation from the hotel to the summit venue.
- Post-Summit Opportunities: Gain exclusive access to speaking engagements, regional networking opportunities, and mentoring sessions.
How to Apply
To apply, candidates must submit their application online through the official One Young World scholarship portal.
Required Documents:
- Completed application form
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Résumé
- Personal Statement detailing leadership accomplishments and community impact
- Answers to specific application questions showcasing your capacity to motivate change
Last Date for Apply
October 31, 2026
