This award is intended for early-career leaders who are actively engaged in removing structural obstacles to healthcare or creating creative ways to increase local and international access to medications and medical services. There is no application cost, and candidates of all nationalities are welcome.
Thousands of young changemakers from all around the world come together for the One Young World Summit 2026, which will take place from November 3–6, 2026. While working together on projects that tackle important healthcare issues, participants will get the opportunity to network with world experts, exchange ideas, and receive mentorship.
The scholarship, which is in collaboration with Sandoz, the world’s top supplier of off-patent medications, places a strong emphasis on innovation, leadership, and impact with the goal of enabling recipients to bridge healthcare access gaps and promote significant change both inside and outside of their communities. Selected fellows will get all the assistance they need to take part, including access to panels, seminars, and international networking opportunities.
Host Country: Cape Town, South Africa
Funded By: The Sandoz
Opportunity Type: Summit
Dates: 3–6 November 2026
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates must be between the ages of 18 and 30.
- Leadership Potential: Exhibit excellent leadership abilities and the capacity to bring about constructive change.
- Dedication to Social Influence: Be devoted to making a significant and long-lasting social influence.
- Experience in Healthcare: Possess knowledge of healthcare innovation or initiatives to increase healthcare access.
- Knowledge of Difficulties: Recognize important local or worldwide concerns pertaining to social development and healthcare
Benefits:
- Round-Trip Airfare: During the summit, all flights to and from South Africa will be fully covered.
- Hotel Accommodations: Accommodations are offered throughout the summit.
- Meals: Throughout the event, breakfast, lunch, and supper are provided.
- Ground Transportation: Activities linked to the summit will be transported throughout Cape Town.
- All presentations, seminars, panels, and networking opportunities at the One Young World Summit are fully accessible.
Deadline: 27th April 2026
