Call for applications for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Young Leaders Awards 2026. Offered by Queen Elizabeth ll Commonwealth Trust, the awards program will be held in England, in April 2026. It is a unique initiative for young leaders to highlight their contributions towards their societies. Winners will get a chance to attend the official ceremony and receive their awards. Moreover, they will get a chance to apply for a micro grant for expanding their projects. With providing capacity building and mentorship opportunities, the event will be a full fledged learning experience for the participants. Additionally, winners will get international recognition through media coverage.
With individuals joining from different walks of life, participants will get networking opportunities. They will connect with funders and professionals through virtual and in-person meetings. The 2026 QECT Awards are dedicated to recognize 100 inspirational Young Leaders from the Commonwealth countries. The award will select outstanding individuals working on QECT’s target areas including education and employability, environment, food and agriculture, health, and inclusion.
This Commonwealth award 2026 will empower and motivate Young leaders to continue creating a positive impact in their communities. If you are between 18-35 years old, working on a social project in a leadership position and reside in a Commonwealth country, do not miss to apply for The Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust’s 100 Young Leaders Awards. Here is your chance to win an international award by sharing your story with the world, and the impact it has created so far.
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Young Leaders Awards 2026:
Host Country:
- London
Host Organisation:
- Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust (QECT)
Program Location:
- England
Program Date:
- April 2026
Benefits of Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Young Leaders Awards 2026:
- All winners will receive their awards at the official awards event.
- The winners will get a chance to apply for a micro grant to expand their projects.
- The program will offer customized capacity-building and mentorship opportunities.
- Young leaders will get global recognition for their work through media coverage.
- The event will provide networking opportunities to the participants through in-person and online events.
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Eligibility Criteria for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Young Leaders Awards 2026:
- Applicants must be 18 to 35 years old while applying.
- Applicants must have a leadership role in a social impact initiative.
- Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of one of the 56 Commonwealth countries.
- Applicants must have track record of global impact for at least 1 year.
- The social initiative must be legal, transparent, and in line with QECT’s values.
- Applicants must submit their applications in English language.
How to apply for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Young Leaders Awards 2026:
- Apply through online application form.
- Provide your personal information and contact details.
- Mention your organization or initiative details.
- Share your story (what inspired you to start this initiative, the challenges you faced and how did you overcome them?).
- Explain your future vision.
- Answer all other questions asked in the form.
- Enter name and contact details of 2 referees.
- Upload your brief biography document.
- Upload impact evidence (optional).
- Read the terms and conditions and then agree to them.
- Click ‘submit’ to submit your application form.
Documents required for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Young Leaders Awards 2026:
- 1 page brief biography. (Name the pdf file as “APPLICANT NAME_BIO”)
- Impact evidence including testimonials, media articles, annual reports or monitoring data, project photos, letters of support. (Optional)
Commonwealth Youth Awards Deadline:
- The last date to apply is 8 October, 2025.
