Hauwa Ojeifo Summit 2026 in South Africa | Fully Funded [Apply Here]

Hauwa Ojeifo Summit 2026 is a prestigious fully funded opportunity for emerging young leaders committed to tackling critical issues affecting women and girls. This unique program invites passionate changemakers to apply by 27 March 2026, focusing on areas like mental health, gender-based violence, and reproductive rights to expand their social impact.

• World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa. Beyond attending the summit, participants gain access to a global network, professional development opportunities, and potential funding to grow and scale their initiatives worldwide.
• Benefits of Hauwa Ojeifo Summit 2026Access to the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town
• Lifelong membership in the One Young World Ambassador Community
• Access to the Global Leadership Programme and Action Accelerator
• Opportunity to apply for up to $25,000 USD in grant funding
• Hotel accommodation for the Summit duration
• Return economy travel from your country of residence to Cape Town
• Catering (breakfast, lunch, dinner) throughout the Summit
• Transport between Summit accommodation and venue

Eligibility Criteria for the Hauwa Ojeifo Summit 2026

• Young leaders aged 18–30 at the time of the One Young World Summit 2026*
• Leadership role in an organization or leading an initiative with proven impact in at least one of these areas:Mental health (including neurodivergence and developmental differences)
• Domestic and sexual violence
• Disability rights and rights of older people
• Gynaecological health and sexual/reproductive health and rights
• Maternal and child health
• Issues of the girl child (FGM, child/adolescent pregnancy, child marriage)
• Non-communicable diseases
• Live and make an impact in Africa, Asia, or the Middle East
• Willingness to engage with fellow scholarship recipients

NOTE: Applicants over 30 may be considered if they demonstrate significant impact and engagement

• Applicants under 18 at the time of the Summit are not eligible

Required Documents

• Completed online application
• Additional documentation and references may be required if longlisted

How to Apply for the Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship 2026? 

• Visit the official Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship application portal to start your application.
• Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria: aged 18–30, actively leading or working on initiatives in mental health, gender-based violence, disability rights, reproductive health, maternal and child health, or girl child issues, and based in Africa, Asia, or the Middle East.
• Complete the online application form with accurate personal details and information about your leadership experience and impact.
• Highlight how your work addresses challenges facing women and girls and aligns with the scholarship’s focus areas.
• Prepare to provide additional documents if shortlisted, including references or proof of your initiative’s impact.
• Submit your completed application before the deadline: 27 March 2026.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps and further engagement opportunities.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY