In partnership with the Jang Calderón Family Foundation, One Young World (OYW) is offering full funding for two outstanding Afro-descendant or Indigenous leaders (ages 18-30) from Latin America and the Caribbean to attend the 2025 Summit in Munich, Germany. This scholarship supports young changemakers driving impactful initiatives in their communities.

Important Details

• Organized By: One Young World (OYW)
• Funded By: Jang Calderon Family Foundation
• Application Deadline:13 April 2025
• Summit Duration: 2 – 6 November 2025
• Summit Location: Munich, Germany
• Gender: Male/Female
• Funding Type: Fully Funded
• Eligible Countries: Colombia, Venezuela, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Panama, Honduras, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Cuba, Dominica, Guyana, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Brazil.

Benefits of the Ilia Calderon Scholarship

The Ilia Calderon Scholarship will cover the following costs and terms:

• Full access to the One Young World 2025 Summit in Munich
• Private hotel accommodation (2–6 November 2025)
• Round-trip economy travel to Munich and domestic airport transfers
• Visa fees (if required)
• Local transport between hotel and Summit venue
• All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
• English-Spanish translation during key events and sessions

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• The age limit is between 18 and 30 years.
• Have citizenship of the eligible countries listed above.

Evaluation Criteria for the Ilia Calderon Scholarship

Candidates will be assessed on:

• Commitment and impact on their community or territory
• Relevance of their initiatives
• Proven leadership skills
• Focus on key local or global issues
• A track record of innovative, impactful ideas
• Strong motivation to join One Young World

How to Apply for the Ilia Calderon Scholarship?

The application procedure for this scholarship is online, and applicants can apply by entering the link below.

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Please visit the One Young World official announcement for detailed information about the Ilia Calderon Scholarship.

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