Grant opportunity
Global Youth Water Envoys Program 2026
The Arab Youth Center is selecting 100 young leaders worldwide for training, mentorship and engagement on water security ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference.
- Funder
- Arab Youth Center
- Applications close 13 August 2026 at 12:00am Abu Dhabi time
- Applications close 13 August 2026 at 12:00am Abu Dhabi time: Aug 13, 2026
- Award
- Training, mentorship, global network access and possible participation in the 2026 UN Water Conference
- Applicant
- Young leaders aged 18 to 35 with English proficiency and demonstrated interest or experience in water governance, public policy, climate, sustainability, innovation or finance.
- Discipline
- Environment, Climate and Natural Resources
- Region
- Global
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
Call summary
Overview
The programme develops a global network of young water leaders able to contribute to policy, innovation and sustainable water management.
Who can apply
Applicants must be 18 to 35, proficient in English and demonstrate relevant interest or experience. Priority is given to candidates from water-stressed regions in Africa, the Arab States and Asia-Pacific.
What it supports
- Water governance, public policy, climate and sustainability.
- Innovation, finance, advocacy and international cooperation.
- Training, mentorship and participation in a global youth water network.
Funding and duration
- Selected envoys receive programme training and mentorship.
- Participation in the 2026 UN Water Conference is subject to programme and logistical arrangements.
Applications close 13 August 2026 at 12:00am Abu Dhabi time
Applications close 13 August 2026 at 12:00am Abu Dhabi time: Aug 13, 2026
How to apply
Complete the official Arab Youth Center application form by 13 August 2026.
Call details
Source-based overview
The Global Youth Water Envoys Program will select 100 young leaders to strengthen youth participation in water governance and prepare them to contribute to the 2026 UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi.
Eligibility
Applicants must be 18 to 35, proficient in English and demonstrate relevant interest or experience. Priority is given to candidates from water-stressed regions in Africa, the Arab States and Asia-Pacific.
Funding and benefits
Selected envoys receive programme training and mentorship.
Participation in the 2026 UN Water Conference is subject to programme and logistical arrangements.
Themes and supported activities
Water governance, public policy, climate and sustainability.
Innovation, finance, advocacy and international cooperation.
Training, mentorship and participation in a global youth water network.
Deadline and timeline
Applications close 13 August 2026 at 12:00am Abu Dhabi time: Applications close 13 August 2026 at 12:00am Abu Dhabi time: Aug 13, 2026.
Applicants should confirm the exact deadline time, time zone, required documents, portal steps and any institutional approvals on the official call page before submitting.
How to apply
Complete the official Arab Youth Center application form by 13 August 2026.
Before applying, check eligibility rules, budgets, attachments, page limits, partner requirements, cost-share conditions and whether the opportunity uses an expression of interest, full proposal, registration or nomination stage.