Young Champions of Earth Competition 2026 Win $10,000 + USA Trip From United Nations Environment Program (UNEP)
By: United Nations Environment ProgramLast update:
Applicant criteria
NationalityNo specific nationality required
Skillsادارة المشاريع, Effective leadership, Environmental Education Programme, القيادة الفعالة, حماية البيئة 2026, project managment
Age
- 18 - 30
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity FieldNature and Environment
Job locationUnited States
DegreeMaster
Deadline2026-07-01
Opportunity description
Overview
The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) presents an unparalleled opportunity for young individuals to contribute to environmental protection by entering the "Young Champions of the Earth" competition for 2026. This prestigious award seeks to recognize outstanding young people worldwide who are innovative and on the forefront of change for our planet.
The program offers entrants the support and funding needed to expand and develop their environmental projects, with winners celebrated at a high-profile awards ceremony in the USA among top environmental professionals and organizations.
Program Details
- A seed funding of USD 10,000 helps winners enhance their projects and ideas.
- Winners attend a prestigious awards ceremony in New York, USA, fully funded by UNEP.
- Networking opportunities and participation in official events and workshops with global environmental leaders.
- Mentorship from a global network of environmental experts to support project development.
- Competitors have the chance to secure an additional grant of up to USD 100,000 through a pitch competition.
Benefits
- USD 10,000 seed funding for project development.
- Fully funded trip to the USA for the award ceremony.
- Mentorship from expert environmental professionals.
Eligibility criteria
- Applicants must be aged 18-30.
- A minimum of six months experience on their project is required.
- Previous applicants can reapply.
- Immediate family or employees of supporting organizations are ineligible.