One Young World
One Young World is the global forum for young leaders. We identify, promote and connect the world’s most impactful young leaders to create a better world, with more responsible, more effective leadership.
Programs
One Young World Summit
The flagship biennial gathering that unites young leaders from 190+ countries and 250+ organizations to accelerate social impact, drive youth empowerment, and champion innovation. The 2026 Summit will be held in Cape Town. Young leaders can apply for scholarships to attend.
One Young World Academy
An online learning and professional development program for young leaders seeking to build skills and knowledge in areas relevant to social impact and leadership.
One Young World Community
An ongoing network platform that connects young leaders globally to collaborate, share ideas, and access opportunities beyond the annual summit.
Scholarships
Financial support enabling young leaders from underrepresented regions and backgrounds to attend the One Young World Summit and access other programs.
Action Accelerator
A program supporting young-led initiatives and projects with funding, mentorship, and resources to scale impact.
Leadership Networks
Specialized networks organized by sector or thematic focus to deepen collaboration among young leaders working on specific global challenges.
One Young World Awards
Recognition and awards program celebrating exceptional young leaders and their contributions to social impact.
Funding Young Leaders
Direct funding opportunities and resources available to young leaders to support their projects and initiatives.
One Young World Studios
Content creation and media production arm producing stories and insights from the global young leader community.
Events
One Young World Summit 2026
Biennial summit taking place in Cape Town, bringing together young leaders from 190+ countries and 250+ organizations to work on accelerating social impact and youth empowerment. Open applications for scholarships to attend.
