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Youth for Peace: UNESCO Intercultural Leadership Programme 2026

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UNESCO China 2026

Information

UNESCO’s flagship leadership programme for emerging leaders driving social cohesion, inclusion, and peace through intercultural dialogue. The 2026 edition explores Human Connection and Dialogue in the Age of Artificial Intelligence, with components including leadership development, mentorship, community action, and global engagement.

Benefits

Leadership development, mentorship, community action opportunities, and global engagement, plus seed funding of $10,000.

Eligibility

Emerging leaders who demonstrate leadership in their field, are aged 25-45 as of 22 October 2026, and are committed to intercultural dialogue and social impact, able to participate fully in all programme components.

Application

Submit an online application by the deadline; eligibility screening, technical assessment, and final selection by an international jury, with the cohort of 50 leaders notified by mid-October 2026.

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