SCHOLARSHIP OVERVIEW
Scholarship Name: One Young World dsm-firmenich Scholarship 2026
Host Country: South Africa
Host Organizations: One Young World & dsm-firmenich Progress Foundation
Program Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Program Dates: 3–6 November 2026
Applications are now open for the One Young World dsm-firmenich Scholarship 2026. This fully funded scholarship gives selected young leaders the opportunity to attend the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa.
Scholars will join the dsm-firmenich delegation and participate in pre- and post-program activities in Cape Town. The summit will bring together young entrepreneurs and leaders creating positive impact in their communities around the world.
About the Scholarship
The dsm-firmenich Progress Foundation offers this scholarship to empower the next generation of changemakers working in key impact areas.
The scholarship particularly invites individuals working in:
- Fighting malnutrition
- Strengthening community resilience
- Protecting and restoring ecosystems
If you are between 18–30 years old and actively creating positive impact in these focus areas, this fully funded opportunity is for you.
Benefits of the One Young World dsm-firmenich Scholarship 2026
- No application or registration fee
- Travel expenses to and from Cape Town covered
- Hotel accommodation from 31 October to 8 November 2026
- Meals provided (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Ground transportation between accommodation and Summit venue
- Participation in pre- and post-program activities in Cape Town
- Full access to the One Young World Summit 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be between 18–30 years old
- Reside in Africa, Asia-Pacific, or Latin America
- Have 3–5 years of experience in business
- Be creating positive impact in at least one focus area:
- Fighting malnutrition
- Strengthening community resilience
- Protecting and restoring ecosystems
- Apply before the deadline
How to Apply
- Apply through the online application form.
- Provide your personal information.
- Provide details of your organisation (name, designation, short biography).
- Highlight your achievements.
- Select one focus area relevant to your work.
- Upload a 1–2 minute video personal statement.
- Provide links to websites, blogs, or social media accounts related to your work.
- Answer additional required questions.
- Click “Register” to submit your application.
Required Documents
- 1–2 minute video personal statement
- Online links related to your work
Important Deadline
- Application Deadline: 23 March 2026
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