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One Young World Leading Scholarship Program 2026
One Young World
Opportunity Overview
Applications are open for the One Young World Leading Scholarship 2026, which supports emerging young leaders to attend the One Young World Summit in Cape Town, South Africa. The scholarship covers summit access, accommodation, meals, and travel for selected participants.
At a glance
Opportunity Details / Quick Facts
Last verified: June 15, 2026
- Status
- Open
- Opportunity Type / Category
- Scholarships & Grants
- Organization / Sponsor
- One Young World
- Host / Destination Country
- South Africa
- Location / Venue
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Application Deadline
- October 31, 2026
- Funding Type
- Fully funded scholarship
- Financial Support / Benefits
- Full delegate access; hotel accommodation from 2026-11-02 to 2026-11-06; breakfast, lunch, and dinner; travel to and from Cape Town
- Discipline / Field
- All Disciplines
- Age Requirement
- 18-35
- Work Experience Requirement
- Evidence of positive change; work addressing local and/or global issues; track record of impactful and innovative ideas
- Program / Contract Duration
- One Young World Summit 2026, 2026-11-03 to 2026-11-06
- Delivery Mode
- In-Person
- Target Audience
- Emerging young leaders from countries that are often under-represented at global forums and decision-making spaces
- Official Source
- View official source
Eligibility / Who Should Apply
- Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Applicants must show a commitment to positive change.
- Applicants must be working on local and/or global issues.
- Applicants must have a record of impactful and innovative ideas.
Benefits
- Full delegate access to the One Young World Summit in Cape Town.
- Hotel accommodation from 2026-11-02 to 2026-11-06.
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Travel to and from Cape Town.
- Access to a global network, ambassador opportunities, and the chance to wave your country’s flag at the Opening Ceremony.
Application Guidance
Apply through the official One Young World scholarship page.
Additional Details
The Summit takes place in Cape Town, South Africa, from 2026-11-03 to 2026-11-06.
The scholarship is intended for young leaders from countries often under-represented at global forums.
Ready to apply?
Confirm the latest requirements and submit your application through the official opportunity website.
Apply on official site