Opportunities for Youth

As global challenges like climate change, water scarcity, and environmental degradation intensify, the demand for skilled professionals in water management and sustainable development continues to grow. For Mexican students eager to contribute to meaningful global solutions, pursuing a Master of Science degree at IHE Delft Institute for Water Education presents a powerful opportunity. Located in …

The Institute of International Relations Prague (IIR), in cooperation with the Think Visegrad platform, is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the Think Visegrad Fellowship 2026. This prestigious fellowship offers researchers, analysts, and policy experts from non-Visegrad countries a unique opportunity to engage with leading Central European think tanks, conduct high-impact polic…

The Pulitzer Center Global Reporting Grants 2026 offer a unique and flexible funding opportunity for journalists seeking to produce in-depth, high-impact stories on underreported global issues. Designed to support ambitious reporting projects across all regions and topics, this programme empowers storytellers to bring critical issues to light through innovative and engaging journalism. Open to bo…

The Renaissance Graduate Programme 2026 is a premier career opportunity designed for ambitious graduates seeking to build a meaningful and impactful career in Africa’s fast-evolving energy sector. Offered by Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited, this programme goes beyond a traditional entry-level job—it is a structured pathway to developing future leaders who will contribute to Africa’s […]…

The Afreximbank-Edordu Research Competition 2026 is a prestigious academic initiative designed to spotlight and support the brightest postgraduate minds across Africa and eligible Caribbean states. Focused on shaping the continent’s economic future, this competition invites rigorous, original research on critical themes such as trade, finance, regional integration, and sustainable development. Fa…

Pursuing higher education can be financially challenging, but scholarship opportunities like those offered by the Albuquerque Community Foundation (ACF) are designed to ease that burden and open doors for students across New Mexico. For the 2026–2027 academic year, ACF has officially opened its scholarship and student aid programs, providing a wide range of funding opportunities […] The post Albu…

The 2026 UNITAR RISE LAB Programme is a transformative initiative designed to strengthen sustainable livelihoods and food security in Sudan. Spearheaded by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research, this impactful programme is implemented through its Division for Prosperity under the Hiroshima Project Office, with generous financial backing from the Government and people of […] The p…

Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 Lazord Fellowship, a prestigious regional program designed for visionary leaders who aim to generate ideas for social change. If you are passionate about areas such as education, women’s rights, social entrepreneurship, youth engagement, corporate responsibility, and human rights, this fellowship offers an unparalleled opportunity to transform your visi…

The Esperanza Education Fund Scholarship 2026 is now officially open, offering a transformative opportunity for immigrant students and children of immigrants to pursue higher education in the United States. Designed to empower academically driven students with financial need, this prestigious scholarship continues to make a meaningful impact by supporting students from Maryland, Virginia, and Was…

The call for proposals for the Global South Innovation Challenge 2026 is now officially open, inviting innovators, entrepreneurs, and organizations to submit bold and transformative solutions that address some of the world’s most pressing challenges. This initiative is designed to support locally driven innovations that strengthen resilience, protect ecosystems, and create sustainable economic op…

The Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarship 2026 presents an exceptional opportunity for high-achieving international students to pursue a fully funded PhD in the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences. Designed to attract outstanding postgraduate researchers, this prestigious scholarship covers full tuition fees for up to three years of full-time doctoral study beginning on 1 October 2026. […] The…

The World Bank Group Youth Summit 2026 returns for its 13th edition, bringing together young leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across the world to address pressing global development challenges. Scheduled for June 11–12, 2026, the summit will take place in Washington, D.C., with both in-person and virtual participation options, making it accessible to a global […] The post World Bank Gro…

Across Southeast Asia, unpaid care work quietly sustains families, communities, and entire economies. From childcare to eldercare and household responsibilities, this essential work remains largely invisible and disproportionately carried by women. Now, a new regional grant opportunity is shining a spotlight on entrepreneurs who are turning this challenge into innovative, impactful solutions. Why…

The NYLC Youth Advisory Council (YAC) 2026–2028 cohort is now open for applications, offering high school students across the United States a powerful platform to lead, influence, and create real change. Designed as the premier youth leadership pathway of the National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC), this program empowers young leaders to become decision-makers, innovators, and […] The post NYLC …

The Health Equity Summit 2026 in Newark, New Jersey, hosted by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF), is set to be a transformative gathering for professionals, scholars, and advocates passionate about advancing equitable healthcare systems. This one-day summit brings together a diverse group of stakeholders to examine how emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI…

If you are an early-career professional passionate about evaluation, research, and international development, the UNFPA Young and Emerging Evaluator Consultancy 2026 offers a powerful opportunity to build hands-on experience within a globally recognized organization. This consultancy role, hosted by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), is designed to nurture the next generation of evaluato…

The Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) is offering an exciting PhD Scholarship in Education: Education Values and Impact for 2026. This fully funded opportunity is designed for candidates passionate about exploring how education shapes values among children and young people and how these values influence society across generations. This scholarship is ideal for individuals interested […] …

The International Elephant Foundation (IEF) has officially opened applications for its Elephant Conservation and Research Funding Support Program 2027, offering critical financial support to projects dedicated to protecting elephants, preserving their habitats, and supporting the communities that coexist with them. This funding opportunity is a major initiative for conservationists, researchers, …

The Energy Transition Fund (ETF) is currently offering two high-impact career opportunities for professionals passionate about climate action and global energy transformation. These Programme Officer roles focus on accelerating a just and equitable transition away from fossil fuels in key regions: Latin America & the Caribbean and Africa. These full-time, remote positions provide a unique […] The…

The McKenzie Postdoctoral Fellowships Scheme 2027 is one of the most prestigious early-career research programs offered by the University of Melbourne. Established in 2010, this flagship initiative is designed to support exceptional postdoctoral researchers at a critical stage in their academic journey, helping them build research independence, expand collaborations, and strengthen their leadersh…