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Application Deadline: 16 February 2026
Applications are now open for the 2026 One Young World/Virgin Unite NewNow Program. The NewNow is a One Young World programme supported by Virgin Unite, empowering the boldest emerging young leaders to redefine change through systems-thinking and collective action.
The program is looking for ten of the most trailblazing, impactful leaders from the Global South who have a demonstrable understanding and commitment to creating systemic change.
Requirements
Candidates must:
- Be aged 18 – 30*.
- Be nationals of countries in the Global South.
- Have demonstrated successful leadership through real and impactful initiatives.
- Show strong understanding of key local and/or global issues, especially those that require systems thinking approaches.
- Have a proven track-record of implementing systems-thinking principles to generate innovative, long-term and sustainable impact.
- Showcase evidence of impact in addressing complex challenges through systems thinking.
- Demonstrate a willingness to work collaboratively with The NewNow cohort and help promote successful examples of systems change through their own networks and media opportunities.
Benefits
- A scholarship place at the One Young World Summit Cape Town, 2026 and lifelong membership of the One Young World Ambassador Community.
- Features on One Young World and Virgin Unite channels elevating their profiles among the global community for young leaders and beyond.
- Opportunities to amplify your work through media and speaking opportunities.
- Access to the One Young World Global Leadership Programme and Action Accelerator.
- Membership of The NewNow Community, exclusive capacity building workshops designed to enhance your confidence, skills, and influence as systems leaders.
- Opportunities to collaborate with fellow NewNow leaders on joint projects and advocacy.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the One Young World/Virgin Unite NewNow Program
