Young changemakers working to transform the lives of women and girls now have a powerful global opportunity to scale their impact. The Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship 2026 has officially opened applications for its new cohort, targeting emerging leaders from Africa, Asia, and the Middle East who are actively addressing gender inequality, mental health challenges, and social justice issues affecting women and girls.
Delivered in partnership with the Hauwa Ojeifo Global Impact Fund for Women & Girls and One Young World, this fully funded leadership scholarship aims to empower the next generation of advocates working on critical issues such as child marriage, gender-based violence, reproductive health rights, and mental health awareness. The programme is designed to equip passionate young leaders with global exposure, leadership development, and a powerful international network to accelerate real-world change.
A total of 16 fully funded scholarship awards will be offered to outstanding youth leaders worldwide for the 2026 cohort.
What This Scholarship Will Cover for You?
If you are selected as a Hauwa Ojeifo Scholar 2026, you will receive a comprehensive fully funded package designed to remove financial barriers and allow you to focus entirely on your leadership journey. The scholarship provides access to the prestigious One Young World Summit 2026 along with essential support to participate fully in global discussions and training.
Selected scholars can expect:
- Full sponsorship to attend the One Young World Summit 2026
- Hotel accommodation during the summit period
- Economy-class travel to and from the host country
- Catering including breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the summit
- Participation in exclusive leadership sessions and networking events
- Access to global mentorship, training, and collaboration opportunities
- Opportunity to connect with fellow youth leaders and global decision-makers
This financial package ensures you can represent your community, showcase your work, and build partnerships without worrying about travel or participation costs.
Who Can Apply for the Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship?
If you are already creating impact in your community and want to expand your reach globally, this scholarship is designed for you. The programme seeks emerging leaders with a strong commitment to improving the lives of women and girls through advocacy, research, or social initiatives.
To qualify, you must:
- Be aged between 18 and 30 at the time of the One Young World Summit 2026
- Demonstrate leadership experience or proven impact in a relevant field
- Be working on issues affecting women and girls such as mental health, gender-based violence, or reproductive health
- Be living and making impact in Africa, Asia, or the Middle East
- Be willing to collaborate and engage with fellow scholars and global networks
- Show commitment to driving long-term change in your community
Applicants slightly above 30 may also be considered if they can demonstrate exceptional impact and leadership engagement.
Apply: https://www.oneyoungworld.com/scholarship/hauwa-ojeifo-scholarship-2026
Application Deadline You Must Not Miss
The last date to apply for the Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship 2026 is 27 March 2026.