The Pernod Ricard Scholarship 2026 is currently accepting applications, providing young leaders from all around the world with a fully funded chance to attend the esteemed One Young World Summit 2026 in **Cape Town, South Africa. The summit, which is regarded as one of the top youth leadership gatherings in the world, brings together representatives from over 190 nations to talk about global issues, share ideas, and create solutions for a better future.
Participants will engage with significant leaders and mentors, broaden their worldwide network, obtain important international exposure, and investigate potential for partnership with international organizations. Those who work in social policy, behavioral research, public health, youth development, and allied fields will particularly benefit from the summit’s unique platform for leadership development and professional advancement.
The scholarship is intended for young leaders, researchers, hospitality professionals, and social impact advocates who are dedicated to establishing safer, healthier, and more inclusive social places. It is sponsored by Pernod Ricard in collaboration with One Young World. The scholarship will cover all significant costs for the chosen participants who attend the global summit from November 3–6, 2026.
Host Country: Cape Town, South Africa
Funded By: Pernod Ricard
Opportunity Type: International Youth Leadership Summit, Conference
Summit Dates: November 3–6
Eligible Applicants: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Who Can Apply?
Strong applicants may include:
- Researchers exploring social and behavioral issues.
- Hospitality professionals promoting responsible and inclusive practices.
- Mental health advocates and youth development practitioners.
- NGO representatives and community leaders driving positive change.
- Entrepreneurs and founders leading social impact initiatives.
- Professionals working to address loneliness, social connection, and community well-being.
- Individuals involved in projects focused on inclusion, safety, and healthier social environments.
Eligibility Criteria:
- actively involved in initiatives that support social situations that are safer, healthier, and more inclusive.
- exhibit a high capacity for leadership and a constructive influence on their community.
- Make a commitment to addressing and minimizing negative social behaviors.
- Participate in research, psychology, public health, hospitality, or community development projects.
- fulfill their own country’s legal drinking age requirements.
- Be open to taking part in collaborative activities, networking opportunities, and post-summit conversations.
Benefits:
- complete involvement in the 2026 One Young World Summit.
- Free hotel rooms are available all the way to the summit.
- Economy-class round-trip airfare to and from the summit.
- Meals are served every day while the event is going on.
- local transportation from the lodging to the summit locations.
- mentoring and advice from Pernod Ricard experts.
- access to engagement and collaborative activities following the summit.
- Possibilities to create a global network of young professionals, leaders, and innovators.
Deadline: 14 July 2026
