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The Young Academics Program aims to empower future leaders through a comprehensive 15-month course that combines theoretical knowledge grounded in biblical and Pasifika indigenous knowledge philosophies and practical attachments in iTaukei communities. This program is designed to nurture a new generation of passionate, knowledgeable, and committed leaders to making a difference in their communities. The programme is coordinated by the Regional Institute for Leadership Develop

Join a global gathering of young leaders, students, and professionals from around the world in Paris, France, from 11–14 June 2026! The Youth World Summit 2026, organized by the Center for International Policy and Sustainability (CIPS), offers a unique international platform for dialogue, learning, and leadership development. Set in one of the world’s most influential cities, the summit will bring together diverse voices for four days of meaningful exchange, policy-oriented d

The Ocean Leaders Fellowship (OLF), developed by Sustainable Ocean Alliance  in partnership with Dona Bertarelli Philanthropy , is an annual program dedicated to empowering the next generation of ocean conservation and climate leaders by equipping 40 early-career delegates each year with critical tactical skills, leadership opportunities, and high-level networks necessary to advance impactful initiatives. OLF is designed to cultivate belonging, activate collective power, and

Changing the future of conservation begins with small steps: with great ideas that drive impact in YOUR community. We believe that together, our ideas and actions will add up to progress protecting our planet and improving our future. 13-18-year-olds are invited to submit a 1-minute video describing their idea for solving environmental issues for a chance to receive up to $10,000 USD. Submissions are due by February 6, 2026 ; learn more below and sign up to get involved today

The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum will take place on 14-16 April 2026. The Forum provides a platform for young people to engage in a dialogue with Member States and other actors to voice their views, concerns, and galvanize actions on how to transform the world into a fairer, greener, and more sustainable place guided by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Save the date - 28-30 January 2026 Free registration! Virtual conference with in-person hubs across: Brisbane / Sydney / Auckland / Fiji / Hawai'i / Los Angeles / Salt Lake City For participants in Hawai'i and the US, the conference will occur on 28-29 January 2026. For participants in Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji, the conference will occur on 29-30 January 2026. The conference program will commence at the local times listed below: Brisbane: 7:00am 29 January 2026 Sydney:

Are you a woman under 30, enrolled full-time in a higher education institution, and eager to grow in leadership, social impact, gender equality and social responsibility? UNESCO and Dior invite you to apply for the 2026–2027 edition of the Women@Dior & UNESCO program. Applications for candidates are open from November 26 th  to December 31 st , 2025 (11:59 pm, Paris Time).

Climate Action Week Maldives 2026  is a premier global youth sustainability program taking place from 10 December , in a hybrid format both virtually and physically in the Maldives. The event will bring together young leaders, professionals, policymakers, activists, innovators, and changemakers from across the globe, aged 18 to 50, to collaborate on building sustainable solutions to climate challenges. This fully funded program is designed to empower youth voices in the globa

TorinoFilmLab, in partnership with Climate Spring, has launched open calls for its 2026 Green Narratives programme. TFL Green Narratives is designed to support writers, directors, and story editors interested in developing feature films inspired by or seeking to embed inclusive environmentally conscious storytelling. Deadline to apply is the 19th of January 2026. Find out more here about the feature films callout: https://lnkd.in/ecX5Fme8  or the story editing callout: https:

Photo Humanity Grant calls on documentary photographers around the world to illuminate one of the most pressing humanitarian challenges of our time — the global lack of safe, clean, and accessible water. Application deadline: January 5th, 2026 Project delivery deadline: April 5th, 202

The Obama Foundation’s Leaders program aims to inspire, empower, and connect regional cohorts of changemakers to accelerate positive and lasting change in their communities and throughout their region and across our world. These 24-45-year-old emerging leaders from around the world forge societies and communities rooted in shared values, where all people belong, participate, and thrive. The application for our 2026-2027 Obama Leaders program is now open. The application close

Launched in 2005, the Minorities Fellowship Programme (MFP) is OHCHR’s most comprehensive training programme for human rights defenders from national, ethnic, religious, and linguistic minority groups. By the end of the programme, fellows will gain a general understanding of the United Nations system, international human rights instruments, and mechanisms, with a particular focus on minority rights. The MFP also serves as an opportunity for human rights activists to broaden t

Applications are now open for the WFF Youth Policy Board 2026–2027! Ready to shape agrifood systems policy? This is your chance to lead youth action for more sustainable, inclusive and resilient agrifood systems.

The world is changing—and fast. From the rise of artificial intelligence to the climate emergency, youth unemployment, and growing economic uncertainty, the future holds both enormous promise and significant challenges. Youth Global Forum 2026 is a one-of-a-kind international gathering that brings together young changemakers from around the world to lead dialogue on the future they want to build. Organized by the Centre for Global Dialogue and Leadership (CGDL), an independen

The CrossCulture Programme  (CCP) funds 55 to 60   professionals and volunteers  from over  40 countries with its CCP Fellowships. Fellows spend two to three months working with host organisations in Germany or CCP partner countries to broaden their expertise, build valuable networks and further develop their transcultural skills. In return, the host organisations benefit from the expertise, regional knowledge and networks of the CCP Fellows. Participants have the opportunit

Applications are now open for the DLL Conference 2026 in Zanzibar, Tanzania – a transformative 4 – day fully funded immersive international conference experience bringing together youth leaders, changemakers, entrepreneurs, students, educators, innovators, policy makers, politicians, and influencers from across Africa and the globe. Set in the heart of Zanzibar’s UNESCO World Heritage Site – Stone Town, this immersive experience blends leadership development, sustainable and

Dates: July 1-22, 2026 Location: San Diego, California Financial Support: The Hansen Summer Institute is fully funded by the Fred J. Hansen Foundation, covering international airfare, accommodation, and all program costs. Deadlines: International Applicants: January 15, 2026. US Applicants: March 15, 2026.

Are you a young person or youth-led group implementing local climate-nature solutions that respect human rights, align with biodiversity science, and promote livelihoods? Would you like to join a movement making the case for better funding, capacity-building and job opportunities for youth in the green sector? This Storytelling Campaign, Unearth Voices, is gathering stories from young people that explore how social, economic and political power shape plans, financing and sol

The fully funded international event Climate Action Week Maldives 2026, which will take place in the Maldives from January 15–18, 2026, is currently accepting applications. Participants from all around the world will come together for this 4-day global summit to work together on creating long-term solutions to climate-related problems. Applicants from any academic background between the ages of 18 and 50 are welcome to apply for the event, which is organized by the Internatio

The Youth Future Summit 2026  builds on the vision of the United Nations Summit of the Future 2024 and the World Programme of Action for Youth (WPAY), creating a global platform where young leaders can shape the policies, ideas, and innovations that will define the next generation.  In Geneva, the global capital of diplomacy, participants from over 120 countries will explore the most pressing challenges of our time — from climate action and artificial intelligence to sustaina