Applications are being received for the Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship to Attend One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa. Despite global efforts, the world is not on track to achieve gender equality by 2030. The slow rate of progress is compounded by health and rights disparities that impact women and girls’ opportunities across multiple sectors. Women disproportionately suffer from certain mental disorders and are more frequently exposed to social conditions that lead to psychosocial distress. Nearly half of married women lack decision-making power over their sexual health and rights, and 1 in 5 young women are married before their 18th birthday.
Now in its second year, the Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship was created to empower young leaders who are committed to addressing the urgent and deeply interconnected challenges facing women and girls today. The scholarship equips emerging changemakers with the tools, knowledge, and global platform they need to lead transformative action in their communities and beyond.
The scholarship is delivered by One Young World in partnership with the Hauwa Ojeifo Global Impact Fund for Women & Girls. Led by mental health advocate and One Young World Ambassador Hauwa Ojeifo, the Impact Fund is on a mission to strengthen systems of care for the health and wellbeing of 100 million women and girls by 2030.
Programme Details
- Event: One Young World Summit 2026.
- Number of awards: Sixteen (16).
- Date: 3 – 6 November 2026.
- Venue: Cape Town, South Africa.
- Eligible countries: Open to applicants living and making an impact in Africa, Asia or the Middle East.
Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship for OYW Summit Benefits
Winners of this scholarship to attend the One Young World Summit will enjoy a fully funded opportunity that will provide the following benefits:
- Access to participate in the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa (3 – 6 November 2026)
- Hotel accommodation for the duration of the Summit
- Return economy travel from your country of residence to Cape Town
- Catering which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the Summit
- Transport between the Summit accommodation and the Summit venue
- Lifelong membership of the One Young World Ambassador Community
- Access to the One Young World Global Leadership Programme and Action Accelerator
- Opportunity to apply for grant funding of up to $25,000 USD
Note: If longlisted, applicants may be invited to submit additional documentation, including references, as part of the selection process.
Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship for OYW Summit Eligibility
To apply for this international scholarship program, you must meet the following criteria:
- Youth aged 18 to 30* at the time of the One Young World Summit 2026
- Hold a leadership role, work within an organization, or champion your own initiative with proven impact aligned with at least one of the following themes:
- Mental Health, including neurodivergence and developmental differences
- Domestic and Sexual Violence
- Disability Rights and the rights of older people
- Gynaecological Health and Sexual & Reproductive Health & 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
- Demonstrate willingness to engage with fellow scholarship recipients
Other Opportunities
How to Apply for the Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship for OYW Summit
Eligible applicants who would like to apply for this scholarship program must click on the “Apply” button below and follow the given instructions to submit their applications.
- Visit the official application portal.
- Create an account or log in to start your application.
- Fill out the form with details about your leadership role and social impact initiative.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
Required Documents
- Completed online application form
- Details of leadership role or initiative with proven impact
- Additional documentation and references (if longlisted)
The deadline to apply is . Please visit the official page for more details on the Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship to Attend One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa.
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