One Young World Virgin Unite 2024 NewNow Program for Emerging Leaders

The NewNow is a One Young World program supported by Virgin Unite, empowering the boldest emerging young leaders to shift the paradigm for how leaders worldwide drive change through systems-thinking and collective action.  

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.  

We take on big global challenges through an intersectional, ‘systems-thinking’ lens, for deep and long-term transformation.

We are looking for ten of the most trailblazing, impactful leaders from the Global South who have a demonstrable understanding and commitment to creating systemic change. Applicants must apply through the application portal below. 

• Table of Content
• About One Young World
• NewNow Program
• Aim and Benefits of NewNow Program
• Requirements for NewNow Program 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

NewNow Program

Aim and Benefits of NewNow Program

The NewNow leaders will be offered:

• A place at the One Young World Summit Munich, 2025
• Features on One Young World and Virgin Unite channels elevating their profiles among the global community for young leaders and beyond 
• hHgh profile media and speaking opportunities - a chance to contribute to global dialogue and debate
• Access to the exclusive Global Leadership Programme and other One Young World Programmes
• Membership to The NewNow Community, a tailored experience and peer-support community designed to build their confidence, skills, and influence as systems leaders
• Opportunities to collaborate with fellow NewNow leaders on joint projects and advocacy

The NewNow leaders commit to: 

• Use their platforms to share stories of young leaders using effective systems-based approaches to make an impact
• Seek out ways to combine strengths and resources to collaborate on new or existing projects and initiatives

Requirements for NewNow Program Qualification

• 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 website