The ICMM Young Leaders Scholarship is now open for the One Young World Summit 2026 in South Africa.
This global youth event will take place in Cape Town from 3 to 6 November 2026.
The program is linked with the One Young World summit, one of the largest youth leadership gatherings in the world.
Selected participants will receive full funding to attend the summit and join young leaders from more than 150 countries.
Quick Overview
๐ Host Country: South Africa
๐ Location: Cape Town
๐ Summit Dates: 3 โ 6 November 2026
๐ Scholarship Name: ICMM Young Leaders Scholarship
๐ฐ Funding Type: Fully Funded
โณ Deadline: 7 June 2026
About the ICMM Young Leaders Scholarship
The International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) partners with One Young World to support young leaders working on:
๐ฟ Biodiversity conservation
๐ Decarbonisation
โ๏ธ Responsible natural resource use
๐ค Social impact and community rights
๐ข Sustainability awareness and action
Financial Benefits
Selected scholars will receive:
โ๏ธ Return airfare
๐จ Hotel accommodation
๐ฝ๏ธ Meals during the summit
๐ Local transport between hotel and venue
๐๏ธ Full access to One Young World Summit 2026
Who Should Apply?
This scholarship is ideal for:
๐ฑ Climate activists
๐ก Young leaders
๐ค Social entrepreneurs
๐ Sustainability advocates
๐๏ธ Community development workers
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
๐ Be from any country
๐ Be aged 18 to 35 years
๐ Show proven impact in their field or community
๐ฟ Work in at least one of these areas:
How to Apply
Applicants must apply through the official One Young World scholarship portal.
Steps include:
๐ฅ๏ธ Visit the official application page
๐ Complete the online form
๐ Submit details of your leadership work
๐ค Send your application before the deadline
Apply Now
Interested candidates should apply before 7 June 2026 to be considered for this fully funded leadership opportunity in Cape Town.
