Applications are now open for the One Young World Scholarship to identify, promote and connect the world’s most impactful young leaders to create a better world, with more responsible, more effective leadership.
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all aspects of people’s lives in a way never seen before. In the face of the pandemic, young people have demonstrated their motivation and capacity to meet local and global health challenges. Whether by caring for patients on the frontlines, providing health awareness & education to their communities or supporting vulnerable populations, young leaders have been essential to the world’s response to this unprecedented crisis.
The Pfizer – One Young World Scholarship has been established to recognize the outstanding actions of young people to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on society.
50 scholars will receive digital access to the One Young World Summit 2021 from 22 – 25 July. In addition, scholars will join the One Young World Ambassador community, a network of 12,000+ change makers in more than 190 countries.
This scholarship is intended for young leaders who have demonstrated impact in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and advancing health education and access.
What does the scholarship provide?
Digital access to the One Young World Summit 2021 from 22 to 25 July 2021.
Membership of the One Young World Ambassador community.
Participation in unique sessions including meetings with Pfizer executives.
Eligibility Criteria
This scholarship is intended for young leaders aged 18 - 30 who have demonstrated impact in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and/or advancing health education and access. Relevant impact includes:
Providing healthcare to COVID-19 patients.
Raising awareness of COVID-19 risks and contributing to community safety.
Advocating for public policies which protect vulnerable populations and advance health equity.
Digital solutions to enhance access education and access to healthcare.
Initiatives that combat the secondary impacts of the pandemic e.g. responding to increases in unemployment.
In addition to these criteria, successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to engage with Pfizer professionals.
The scholarship welcomes applications from candidates from a variety of professional backgrounds including; healthcare practitioners, social entrepreneurs, entrepreneurs, charity leaders, academics and community activists.
Nationals of all countries are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
Note: Most delegates are between the age of 18 and 30. The One Young World team will consider applications from those who are older than 30, pending demonstration of appropriate personal impact, initiative, and willingness to engage. We are not able to accept applications from those who will be aged under 18 at the time of the Summit.
Deadline: Jun 15, 2021
Donor: One Young World
Category: Scholarship
For more information, visit One Young World.
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