Are you a young leader making a difference in health, society, or the environment? The AstraZeneca Young Health Programme (YHP) Impact Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications, offering an exceptional opportunity for changemakers to attend the One Young World Summit in Cape Town, South Africa. This fully funded fellowship empowers young advocates to drive global change, connect with like-minded peers, and access funding to scale their impact.
About the AstraZeneca YHP Impact Fellowship 2026
- Host Country: South Africa
- Duration: 6–12 months project + Summit participation
- Dates: One Young World Summit: 3–6 November 2026; Fellowship projects begin after October 2026 and end by December 2027
- Benefits: Fully funded participation in the One Young World Summit, access to global networks, structured learning, professional mentorship, and project grants of $10,000 or $50,000
- Deadline: 12 April 2026
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Financial Benefits
- Fully funded travel, accommodation, and participation at the One Young World Summit in Cape Town
- Access to the One Young World Ambassador Network and YHP Alumni community
- Structured learning, including the One Young World Academy mini-MBA, mentorship, and professional training
- Project funding:
- $10,000 grant for eligible non-profit projects
- $50,000 grant for the Lead2030 winner (automatic consideration for applicants)
- Networking with global changemakers and AstraZeneca professionals
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Program Theme
The YHP Impact Fellowship focuses on empowering young leaders to:
- Advance health equity, especially preventing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among youth or supporting those with rare diseases
- Take action on climate and nature, addressing the health impacts of climate change on young people
- Build health systems resilience, advocating for stronger, youth-focused health systems
Fellows will design and implement a 6–12 month project in one of these areas, working with underserved communities and demonstrating measurable impact.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Open to applicants from all countries
- Age: 18–30 (applications from those over 30 will be considered based on impact and engagement)
- Background: Founders or leaders of registered non-profit organizations operating for at least 3 years
- Requirements:
- Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
- Ability to attend the One Young World Summit in person (2–7 November 2026)
- Access to the internet and a device for online sessions (not provided)
- Organization must be funding-ready and able to provide English documentation for verification
- Project must focus on health equity, climate and nature action, or health systems resilience, and serve underserved communities
- Organization’s annual income must meet grant eligibility thresholds:
- $10,000–$1,000,000 for $10,000 grant
- $100,000–$2,000,000 for $50,000 grant
- Projects must be inclusive, non-discriminatory, measurable, and completed by December 2027
How to Apply for the AstraZeneca YHP Impact Fellowship 2026?
To apply, complete the online application form via the official One Young World platform. Ensure your organization and project meet all eligibility requirements and be prepared to provide supporting documentation if selected. For more details and to start your application, visit the official website below.
Yasir is currently a master’s student at Bilkent University on a fully funded scholarship. He has a strong passion for technology, innovation, and creating meaningful impact through digital platforms. Yasir’s goal is to make education more accessible by helping students discover global opportunities and take confident steps toward their future.