Applications are open for the ICMM Young Leaders Scholarship 2026, hosted by One Young World. This opportunity supports outstanding young leaders from around the world who are creating impact in biodiversity conservation, decarbonisation, responsible natural resource production, social performance, and sustainability.
Successful applicants will receive full funding to participate in the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa. In addition, scholars will access networking, mentoring, and community support through One Young World programmes.
Application Deadline: 7 June 2026
To be taken at (country): South Africa
About this Scholarship
The ICMM Young Leaders Scholarship 2026 is designed for young leaders with proven interest and impact in sustainability-related fields. Specifically, the scholarship focuses on applicants working in biodiversity conservation, decarbonisation, responsible natural resource production, social performance, or promoting and communicating action on sustainability.
The scholarship provides access to the One Young World Summit 2026, which will take place in Cape Town from 3 – 6 November 2026. Moreover, selected participants will join an exclusive dialogue with the ICMM CEO and become part of the One Young World Ambassador Community.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be young leaders aged 18 – 35 at the time of the One Young World Summit 2026.
- Applicants should be leading inspiring initiatives or driving meaningful change through their work or life outside work.
- Applicants must show proven impact in at least one of these areas: biodiversity conservation, decarbonisation, responsible natural resource production, social performance, or promoting and communicating action on sustainability.
- Applicants must be willing to engage with fellow scholarship recipients.
- Applicants under 18 at the time of the Summit are not eligible.
- Candidates older than 35 may be considered if they demonstrate appropriate personal impact, initiative, and willingness to engage.
Value of Award: Full funding to participate in the One Young World Summit 2026
Duration of Award: 3 – 6 November 2026
Benefits
- Full funding to participate in the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa from 3 – 6 November
- Exclusive dialogue with the ICMM CEO on the sidelines of the One Young World Summit
- Lifelong membership of the One Young World Ambassador Community
- Access to the One Young World Action Accelerator and expert-led mentor sessions
- Access to the One Young World Global Kickstart programme
Required Documents
- Application form
Award Provider: One Young World
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete the online application form before the deadline. However, applicants should review the official scholarship page carefully for full eligibility details, selection information, and application guidance.
👉 Visit the official scholarship page for details
