Western Union Global Fellowship 2026

The Western Union Global Fellowship 2026 is a fully-funded 16-week fellowship aimed at entrepreneurs who impact refugees, marginalized, and displaced communities. The program provides training, mentorship, financial tools, stipends, alumni support, and opportunities to lead a community-based Basecamp and participate in a virtual summit and pitch sessions. It is powered by Watson Institute with support from Western Union and includes a global network to help participants grow their ventures and impact.

Participation in entrepreneurship and leadership workshops, access to financial tools and resources, design and delivery of a 1-day Basecamp in the participant's community, pitch training and a virtual summit, and ongoing alumni support within a global network.

Applicants must be an entrepreneur or community leader addressing challenges faced by highly marginalized, refugee, or forcibly displaced communities; have a business or organization operating for 1-5 years with fewer than 10 employees; be able to commit to the full 16-week program including virtual sessions; and be 18 years or older.

Submit the online application; priority deadline is June 28, 2026; rolling reviews continue until all spots are filled.