Call for applications for the One Young World dsm-firmenich Scholarship 2026. Offered by the dsm-firmenich Progress Foundation, selected scholars will get a chance to attend fully funded OW Summit 2026, which will take place from 3-6 November, in Cape Town, South Africa. The program will cover travel expenses, accommodation, and meals during the summit days.
Moreover, participants will attend pre and post-program activities in Cape Town and join the dsm-firmenich delegation during the Summit. The international summit will bring together young entrepreneurs creating a positive local or global impact in communities around the globe. The One Young World Scholarship particularly invites individuals working in the areas related to malnutrition, community resilience, protecting and restoring ecosystems.
Through this global summit, the dsm-firmenich Progress Foundation aims to empower the coming generation of change makers. It you are between 18-30 years old, and have been creating a positive impact in the relevant focus areas, then the One Young World dsm-firmenich Scholarship 2026 is an amazing opportunity for you. The fully funded scholarship 2026 offers free access to the One Young World Summit in Cape Town, South Africa. Apply now before the applications are closed.
One Young World dsm-firmenich Scholarship 2026 – Fully Funded to Attend OYW Summit in South Africa
Host Country:
- South Africa
Host Organisations:
- One Young World, and the dsm-firmenich Progress Foundation
Program Location:
- Cape Town, South Africa
Program Dates:
- 3-6 November, 2026
Benefits of One Young World dsm-firmenich Scholarship 2026:
- There is no application or registration fee.
- The program covers travel expenses to and from Cape Town.
- Hotel Accommodation from 31 October to 8 November 2026 will be provided.
- Meals will be provided including breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- The cost of ground transport between the Summit accommodation and the Summit venue will be covered.
- Participants will attend pre and post-program sessions in Cape Town.
Check Youth World Summit 2026 Paris, France (YWS Paris)
Eligibility Criteria for One Young World dsm-firmenich Scholarship 2026:
- Applicants must be 18 – 30 years old.
- Applicants should reside in Africa, Asia-Pacific or Latin America.
- Candidates must have 3 – 5 years’ experience in business.
- Applicants must be creating a positive impact in one of the focus areas including Fighting Malnutrition; Strengthening community resilience; Protecting and restoring ecosystems.
- Candidates should apply before the deadline.
How to apply for One Young World dsm-firmenich Scholarship 2026:
- Apply through online application form.
- Provide your personal information.
- Provide details of your organisation including name, your designation, and a short biography.
- Mention your achievements.
- Select one focus areas relevant to your work.
- Upload a 1-2 minute video personal statement.
- Provide link to websites, blogs, social media accounts relevant to your work.
- Answer the additional information asked.
- Click ‘Register’ to submit your application form.
Documents required for One Young World dsm-firmenich Scholarship 2026:
- Video personal statement.
- Online links related to your work.
Program Deadline:
- The last date to apply is 23 March, 2026.
