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The Fellowship will grant $20,000 each to three writers to support revision of a feature screenplay or pilot that engages with climate change in a compelling way. Submissions are open for the sixth annual NRDC Climate Storytelling Fellowship, a partnership between The Black List, NRDC’s (Natural Resources Defense Council) Rewrite the Future program, The Redford Center, NBCUniversal, and CAA Community + Impact. The Fellowship will grant $20,000 each to three writers to suppor

As part of the Youth Climate Changemakers Fund, informal groups can apply for grants up to €1,000 to carry out projects that will contribute to strengthening the climate movement. Key Focus Small grants of up to €1,000 Open to groups of at least three young people (under 30) No requirement to be a registered organisation Activities must last between 6 and 12 months Eligible activities include awareness-raising, public engagement, mobilisation, advocacy, capacity building, an

Individuals who are citizens or permanent residents of the countries listed below may apply for the East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship: United States Pacific Region: American Samoa, Australia, Cook Islands, Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Guam, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Northern Marianas, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Walli

Join 250+ young leaders, changemakers, students, and young professionals from over 125 countries at Europe’s most anticipated youth leadership summit. The Youth Action Summit (YAS) 2027 – the second edition, following our landmark 2025 summit in Milan, Italy – brings global youth to Berlin for four days of diplomacy, leadership training, policy dialogue, and cross-cultural exchange. The Youth Action Summit is CDA’s flagship international gathering – a platform where the next

Applications are now open for the Young Leaders Union Australia 2026 (YLU Australia 2026), a prestigious international youth leadership conference taking place in Sydney, Australia, from 27–30 November 2026. Following the success of the 2024 and 2025 editions, the third international edition will bring together students, young professionals, entrepreneurs, activists, and emerging leaders from around the world. Participants can apply for fully funded scholarships, partially fu

Calling all artists! The team behind upcoming animated short film ‘The Timid Taniwha’ has recently received NZ Film Commission Catalyst funding and is looking for artists to support the early visual development of the project. They’re looking for: Character Artist Environment Concept Artist Experienced designers are encouraged to apply, but we’d also love to hear from talented graduates and emerging artists whose work aligns with the style of the project. KEY CREATIVES Writte

Young people are driving change around the world — from climate action and peacebuilding to technology, education, human rights and entrepreneurship. At the same time, many young people still face barriers to participating in decisions and processes that shape their lives and futures. The first-ever UN Youth Townhall will bring over 1,000 participants together in Heidelberg, Germany, to build intergenerational trust, strengthen connections and create new opportunities for col

East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowships support graduate study at the University of Hawai‘i (UH) in fields relevant to the goals and objectives of the East-West Center (EWC). Fellowships are awarded annually in an international competition. Applications for the academic year 2026-2027 competition will open on August 15 and close on December 1. If you are not already enrolled as a classified graduate student at UH Mānoa, you must apply to the university for the following

The Ocean Uprise Summit focuses on the scientific and cultural understanding of the oceans and the co-creation of solutions to protect them. In order to protect marine ecosystems and their inhabitants, we need to get to know them, because we only protect what we love! There’s no better way to learn about the sea than through total immersion into it. This belief guided the creation of the OU Summit, which blends ocean education and activism with exploration on, under, in, and

This September, young climate leaders, artists, organisers and changemakers from around the world will come together during Climate Week NYC for the Youth Climate Gala. We're looking for an artist to create the official artwork for this year's gala. We're looking for artwork that imagines a future rooted in climate justice, collective care and the power of young people to shape what's next. The strongest concepts will celebrate the connections between people, communities and

The World Ocean Day Youth Advisory Council is a group of 20-25 young people with diverse backgrounds from countries around the world, who are actively engaged in conservation efforts in their communities. They unite to share their efforts with each other and the world, develop their leadership skills to strengthen their impact, and inspire millions to take action for our blue planet in June and throughout the year. See current and past Council members here. Formed in 2016, t

In 2021, European Commissioner for International Partnerships Jutta Urpilainen launched the EU Youth Sounding Board for International Partnerships (INTPA Global YSB), with the aim of creating real, fundamental, long-lasting change in how the EU engages with young people in its development cooperation. Now in its third cohort, the INTPA Global YSB continues this commitment under Commissioner Jozef Síkela. Composed of 25 young people from around the world, the INTPA Global YSB

Taiwan Alliance in International Development (Taiwan AID) invites NGO professionals from South Asia, Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia and the Pacific Islands who are passionate about making an impact on the community. This program offers a unique blend of different experiences, such as working with the Taiwanese NGO according to your professional background, participating in workshops, and connecting with peers and expert Taiwanese NGOs.

Rise Young Leaders Summit Japan 2026 is an international forum by Rise Social to empower young changemakers to gain insight into global challenges, connect sustainability with economic growth, and turn bold ideas into real, impactful projects. Brings together future leaders, innovators, and sustainability advocates from across the globe to collaborate, learn, and lead. If you're passionate about sustainability, driven to lead, and ready to turn your climate ideas into real pr

Submissions are now open for the Pasifika Film Fest 2026, to celebrate 10 years of Pacific storytelling with PFF! Submissions are open through Film Freeway. Submit your new or existing films — drama, documentary, historical, short, feature and animation; as well as new media and digital installation works. Submission deadlines are as follows: 📅 Submissions Open: 1 December 2025 📅 Earlybird Deadline: 1 March 2026 ($0) 📅 Regular Deadline: 1 May 2026 ($20) 📅 Late Deadline: 1

he World Bank Group Youth Summit returns for its 13th edition, inviting young people to engage with the most urgent issues their generation faces, while bringing together thousands of participants from across the globe. Under the theme #FutureWorks: Designing Jobs for the Digital Age , this year’s Summit will center on education and skills, entrepreneurship, and agriculture. The Youth Summit is the World Bank Group's largest annual event for youth (ages 18-35) worldwide. It

The Youth Development Forum 2026 is a global gathering of emerging leaders, young professionals, students, and change-makers from more than 150 countries, taking place in Berlin, Germany, from 7–10 May 2026. Organized by the Center for Global Dialogue & Leadership (CGDL), this four-day international conference is designed to uplift the next generation of youth advocates, innovators, policymakers, and peacebuilders.

Confronting Climate (Im)Mobilities is a creative arts digital anthology that engages with climate change and the dynamics of climate mobility, with publication planned for mid-2026. This anthology will merge creative writing, music, and visual arts into a digital production that reflects the diverse lived realities and creative expressions of youth across the Greater Caribbean, Africa and the Pacific. Young writers and artists from these regions are invited to submit poetry,

We are looking for stories ranging from land and water protection, Indigenous science and wisdom, climate change, regeneration, and everything in between. Stories taking place in biodiversity hotspots are a bonus. Your work should support grassroots, frontline communities with specific, measurable impact goals that relate land and/or water protection. The program includes: $5000 USD cash grant to produce a story and small community exhibition. Training and capacity developmen

Applications for the 2026 Women in Rugby Careers Programme are now open! This programme is a World Rugby global initiative designed to build confidence, capabilities and communities of practice in order to support women working or volunteering in rugby to progress their careers in their chosen field within the sport. This Programme aims to: Develop key human skills required to succeed in rugby careers Provide tools for self-reflection and self-discovery Build a supportive Wom