Applications are open for the Youth Scholarships – Combined United Nations Chemicals and Waste Study Programme, Basel Convention OEWG-15, and 62nd Human Rights Council participation in Geneva, Switzerland. The deadline to apply is Monday, 27 April 2026, 23:59 UTC. This opportunity will support up to five young participants with fully-funded travel grants for in-person participation from 23 June to 17 July 2026.
The programme is hosted by the Chemicals and Waste Youth Platform (CWYP), in collaboration with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). It is designed for youth, students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals interested in chemicals and waste management, environmental health, and related fields.
Application Deadline: Monday, 27 April 2026, 23:59 UTC
Eligible Countries: Developing countries, Least Developed Countries (LDCs), Small Island Developing States (SIDS), and representatives of Indigenous Peoples
To be taken at (country): Switzerland
About this Scholarship
This scholarship supports participation in a multi-week programme in Geneva from 23 June to 17 July 2026. In addition, the Study Programme runs from 13 to 17 July 2026.
Participants will engage in the United Nations Chemicals and Waste Management Study Programme. They will also take part alongside the Basel Convention OEWG-15 and the 62nd Human Rights Council session.
Level of Study: Not specified – please see official page
Eligibility
- Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old at the time of application.
- Applicants must be from a developing country, Least Developed Country (LDC), Small Island Developing State (SIDS), or be a representative of Indigenous Peoples.
- Applicants must be available to travel and be present in Geneva from 23 June through 17 July 2026.
- Applicants must commit to participating in the full duration of the programme.
- Applicants must submit the completed application form by 27 April 2026.
Number of Awards: Up to 5
Value of Award: Fully-funded travel grants
Duration of Award: 23 June – 17 July 2026, including the Study Programme from 13-17 July 2026
Benefits
- Economy-class round-trip flight tickets booked by the Organizing Team
- Hotel accommodation arranged by the Organizing Team
- Coverage of Study Programme fees
- Reimbursement of meals against receipts and as approved by the Organizing Team
- Reimbursement of visa fees against receipts and as approved by the Organizing Team
- Reimbursement of transportation costs against receipts and as approved by the Organizing Team
- UNITAR Certificate of Completion
- Possible official letter of invitation from UNITAR for visa support upon confirmation of registration
Required Documents
- Completed application form
- CV / Resume link
- Identification documents showing proof of age if selected
Award Provider: Chemicals and Waste Youth Platform (CWYP), in collaboration with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR)
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete the official application form before the deadline. Before you apply, make sure you meet the age, availability, and participation requirements.
Because this is an in-person programme, applicants should be ready to stay in Geneva for the full period. Selected participants are also expected to contribute youth priorities during negotiations, deliver spoken and written interventions, engage with country delegations, and support follow-up activities in their communities or networks.
👉 Visit the official scholarship page for details
