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Deadline: May 1, 2025

Applications are now open for the Z Zurich Foundation Scholarship 2025, offering 25 young changemakers the opportunity to attend the One Young World Summit 2025 in Munich, Germany (November 3-6). This fully funded scholarship supports individuals leading impactful initiatives in:

• Mental Wellbeing: Projects focused on mental health promotion and prevention.
• Climate Resilience: Initiatives helping communities adapt to climate change.
• Social Equity: Programs tackling education, employment, and entrepreneurship barriers.

If you are a passionate young leader working to create positive change, this scholarship could be your gateway to a global stage!

Who Should Apply?

The scholarship seeks young leaders (18-30 years old) who are actively driving grassroots initiatives in:

• Climate Adaptation: Helping communities build resilience against climate change impacts.
• Mental Wellbeing: Promoting emotional wellbeing and preventing mental health challenges.
• Social Equity: Providing resources, skills, and opportunities for underserved communities.

Scholarship Benefits

• Full Access to the One Young World Summit 2025 in Munich
• Accommodation from November 1-6, 2025
• Return Airfare (fully covered)
• Catering (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
• Ground Transport between Summit venues
• Additional Programming by the Zurich Foundation, including pre and post-Summit development sessions

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18-30 years at the time of the Summit
• Strong commitment to positive social impact
• Passion for local and global issues
• Willingness to collaborate with other scholars and Zurich Insurance Group employees
• Proven work in one of the three key areas: Mental Wellbeing, Social Equity, or Climate Adaptation

How to Apply

Click here to apply

For more details, visit the Z Zurich Foundation Scholarship page.