One Young World NewNow Leaders Programme 2026

Applications are now live for the 2026 cohort of NewNow Leaders.

The NewNow is a One Young World programme supported by Virgin Unite, empowering the boldest emerging young leaders to redefine change through systems-thinking and collective action.

We are a collective of rising leaders with exceptional track records of delivering real and lasting impact, committed to building unstoppable momentum towards a fair, sustainable future.

• Table of Content
• About One Young World
• One Young World NewNow Leaders Programme
• Aim and Benefits of One Young World NewNow Leaders Programme
• Requirements for One Young World NewNow Leaders Programme Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About One Young World

At the heart of every global threat is a failure of leadership. This new generation is the most informed, most educated, most connected generation in human history. One Young World identifies, promotes and connects the world�s most impactful young leaders to create a better world, with more responsible, more effective leadership. The annual One Young World Summit convenes the brightest young talent from every country and sector, working to accelerate social impact. Delegates from 190+ countries are counselled by influential political, business and humanitarian leaders such as Justin Tr... continue reading

One Young World NewNow Leaders Programme

Aim and Benefits of One Young World NewNow Leaders Programme

The NewNow leaders will be offered:

• A scholarship place at the One Young World Summit Cape Town, 2026 and lifelong membership of the One Young World Ambassador Community.
• Features on One Young World and Virgin Unite channels elevating their profiles among the global community for young leaders and beyond.
• Opportunities to amplify your work through media and speaking opportunities.
• Access to the One Young World Global Leadership Programme and Action Accelerator.
• Membership of The NewNow Community, exclusive capacity building workshops designed to enhance your confidence, skills, and influence as systems leaders.
• Opportunities to collaborate with fellow NewNow leaders on joint projects and advocacy.

Requirements for One Young World NewNow Leaders Programme Qualification

Candidates must:

• Be aged 18 – 30
• Be nationals of countries in the Global South.
• Have demonstrated successful leadership through real and impactful initiatives.
• Show strong understanding of key local and/or global issues, especially those that require systems thinking approaches.
• Have a proven track-record of implementing systems-thinking principles to generate innovative, long-term and sustainable impact.
• Showcase evidence of impact in addressing complex challenges through systems thinking.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work collaboratively with The NewNow cohort and help promote successful examples of systems change through their own networks and media opportunities.

Check also:
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship to Study in UK 2027/2028
Mandela Washington Fellowship for Africans 2027 (Fully Funded to USA)

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit One Young World Programme webpage