Based in London but operating globally, One Young World is a charity that aims to empower the next generation of leaders to tackle humanity’s biggest challenges.
One Young World is currently seeking applications for its Roche Scholarship Programme 2026 to support young leaders aged 18-35 in the NHS working to promote sustainable innovation or health equity.
While nationals of all countries are eligible, they must be based in the United Kingdom and hold a position within the NHS or with an organisation working in partnership with the NHS.
The programme opened on Monday 16th March 2026 with a deadline for applications of Wednesday 6th May 2026.
The programme focuses on tackling the causes and effects of health inequalities, creating or implementing innovative methods of treatment or diagnosis to enhance patient care pathways, and reducing emissions or burdens on natural resources such as through decarbonising healthcare supply chains.
Roche, in partnership with One Young World, will support 3 outstanding professionals to participate in the global summit taking place in Cape Town, South Africa from Tuesday 3rd November to Friday 6th November 2026. This initiative aims to empower individuals who are contributing to sustainable innovation in healthcare and driving impactful change within the system.
Selected scholars will receive a fully funded experience that includes access to the One Young World Summit 2026, hotel accommodation in Cape Town in a private room from Monday 2nd to Friday 6th November 2026, travel costs to and from Cape Town in economy class (to be reimbursed after booking), catering covering breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and transportation between the airport and hotel via public transport.
Applicants must be aged between 18 and 35 years old at the time of the summit. Applicants should demonstrate:
o An understanding of key local or global issues.
o A strong track record of generating impactful and innovative solutions, and
o A clear commitment to sustainable innovation in healthcare.
Applications from individuals under 18 at the time of the summit are not accepted.
For further information and details about how to apply, please visit the One Young World website.
