dsm-firmenich Progress Foundation Scholarship 2026

Applications are now live for the 2026 cohort of dsm-firmenich Progress Foundation scholars.

The dsm-firmenich Progress Foundation Scholarship is looking to support young entrepreneurs making a local or global impact in communities around the globe in one of three focus areas:

• Fighting Malnutrition.
• Strengthening community resilience.
• Protecting and restoring ecosystems.  

The foundation is proud to offer five impactful young leaders the opportunity to participate in the One Young World Summit 2026, which takes place in Cape Town, South Africa, from 3 - 6 November.

About One Young World

At the heart of every global threat is a failure of leadership. This new generation is the most informed, most educated, most connected generation in human history. One Young World identifies, promotes and connects the world�s most impactful young leaders to create a better world, with more responsible, more effective leadership. The annual One Young World Summit convenes the brightest young talent from every country and sector, working to accelerate social impact. Delegates from 190+ countries are counselled by influential political, business and humanitarian leaders such as Justin Tr... continue reading

dsm-firmenich Progress Foundation Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of dsm-firmenich Progress Foundation Scholarship

Selected scholars will receive: 

• Access to the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa.
• Hotel Accommodation in Cape Town, checking in on 31 October and checking out on 8 November.
• Travel to and from Cape Town (flights in economy).
• Catering which includes breakfast at the hotel accommodation and lunch and dinner during the core Summit days.
• Ground transport between the Summit accommodation and the Summit venue.
• Pre and post-programme in Cape Town and the opportunity to join the dsm-firmenich delegation during the Summit. 

Requirements for dsm-firmenich Progress Foundation Scholarship Qualification

Candidates must:

• Be aged 18 - 30. 
• Reside in Africa, Asia-Pacific or Latin America.
• Have 3 - 5 years' experience in business, preferably running their own enterprise.
• Be making a positive impact in one of the three scholarship focus areas (Fighting Malnutrition; Strengthening community resilience; Protecting and restoring ecosystems).

*Most delegates who participate in the One Young World Summit are between 18 and 30. The One Young World team will consider candidates 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. 

Check also:Humanitarian Scholarship Programme at University of Manchester 2026Free Ongoing Fully Funded Scholarships Guide 2026 (Download Now)

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more Information, Visit One Young World Scholarship webpage