Youth in Development Fellowship 2026 Application

Youth In Development Fellowship

Empowering the Next Generation of Social Entrepreneurs - 2026 Cohort
Are you looking to turn your passion for social change into a reality?

The Youth in Development Fellowship is a six-month virtual program designed to equip young leaders (ages 19-35) with the skills, tools, knowledge, and connections to launch and scale impactful social enterprises.

The program will run from April to September 2026 and will offer:
- practical workshops led by global experts,
- access to high-quality courses,
- opportunities to engage with a global network of like-minded peers, and
- opportunities for personalized mentorship to help you refine your social venture.
Whether you're just starting out or seeking to amplify an existing initiative, the YID Fellowship will support you every step of the way.

The application process is designed to identify emerging social entrepreneurs who are resilient and committed to continuous learning.

The application form will close on January 31st, 2026, at 8 PM GMT. To apply, you must complete two components:
- Our Social Impact Strategy course
- This application form
The course will guide you in answering the application questions thoroughly and accurately. Use the coupon code YIDapplication to access the course for free.

To ensure the security of your answers, you may work on the application offline and transfer them when you’re ready to submit. Please note that only applicants who successfully submit the completed application form and complete the required course will be eligible to proceed to the interview process in late March. Interview invites will be sent out early March.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, resilient in the face of challenges, and excited to learn, apply now and become part of a global community of changemakers!

Note: If you have any questions or are experiencing difficulties, feel free to reach out through our social media (@ImpactToolbox on Instagram and LinkedIn) or email us at hello@impacttoolbox.org. We will also share fellowship highlights, testimonials, application tips, and reminders on our Instagram and LinkedIn!
A Note on Authenticity and AI

While we recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a valuable tool for many, we strongly encourage authentic responses throughout your application. We aren't looking for perfection, but for genuine insight into your unique experiences and vision! If you simply copy application questions into AI and directly submit the generated answers, your application will be automatically disqualified.
General Information

We would love to know a little more about you! Disclaimer: All personal information, including details like gender and ability status, will be kept confidential and will not affect your application. We value inclusivity and aim to create equal opportunities for all applicants. Information related to employment status, ability status, education level, gender identity and other demographic questions will only be used for reporting purposes to measure the diversity of our applicant pool and improve fairness of the application process.
What is your first and last name?*

First NameLast Name
What is your email address?*
example@example.com (Note: We will use this email to contact you if needed and to send updates about your application status.)
What is your phone number?*
Your phone number will only be used to contact you if there is an issue with the email provided.
What country are you from?*

Street Address

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CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
What is your date of birth?*

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MaleFemaleNon-binaryPrefer not to sayOther
YesNo
If yes, please state the organization or business:
PrimarySecondaryPost-Secondary Non-Tertiary Education (e.g., Trade School Diploma, vocational certificate, technical qualification not leading to a degree)Tertiary: Short-Cycle/Sub-Degree (e.g., Associate's Degree, Higher National Diploma (HND))Tertiary: Bachelor's DegreeTertiary: Master's Degree or EquivalentTertiary: Professional Degree (e.g., M.D., J.D., L.L.B., D.D.S.)Tertiary: Doctoral Degree or Equivalent (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D.)InformalOther
YesNoPrefer not to say
If yes, feel free to share more about your ability status if you feel comfortable.
Note: This is an optional question. Your response helps us ensure we are creating equitable opportunities for all applicants, enables us to provide necessary accommodations as needed, and is used for reporting purposes.
We want to know the changemaker behind the application! Please provide a concise, 100-word professional biography to tell us more about who you are. *

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I have a passion but no specific venture idea yet.I have an idea but haven't started any work surrounding it yet.I have an idea and am in the early stages of building it.I have launched a venture but I am still learning and expanding it.
Yes, I'm in! I love stuff like this.I will do my best to join regularly.I cannot commit to regular attendance, but I am still open to connecting in other ways.
What are you hoping to gain from this fellowship? (Maximum 100 words)*

Be open and tell us the dream of what you are hoping to gain!0/150
The Issue You Want to Solve

We want to know about the social issue you're passionate about and how you plan to create meaningful change. Please complete the Impact Toolbox "Social Impact Strategy - A Practical Guide" course to help you with answering the questions below.
What is the problem or need that you want to address? (Maximum 150 words)*

Write down a clear problem statement for the issue(s) that you want to address. What is the problem? Who are the people experiencing this problem? Where are they? What are the consequences of this problem? What global, national, and local evidence or data supports your claim?0/150
Why have you chosen to address this problem? (Maximum 150 words)*

Tell us a story about your "why." What influenced you to choose to address this problem? What are your mission, vision, and core values?0/150
What is your unique idea for social change and your theory of change? If applicable, please provide an overview of your progress and traction so far. (Maximum 250 words)*

Tell us about your preferred solution to the problem you are addressing or want to address? Why is this solution unique? How is it innovative, and how is it sustainable? Can you describe your theory of change?0/250
Does your idea intend to contribute to any of the United Nations Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs)? If so, please list them:*
Additional Information

Before you submit, we'd like to gather a few more important details.
Please outline all your previous fellowships, trainings, and awards in reversed chronological order.*
We understand you may not have been previously recognized for the great work that you are doing. This is criteria does not determine if you will get selected or not. Type N/A if you have no recognitions.
Impact Toolbox Instagram (@ImpactToolbox)Impact Toolbox LinkedIn (@ImpactToolbox)Instagram (not from Impact Toolbox)LinkedIn (not from Impact Toolbox)Other social media (not from Impact Toolbox)Website (e.g., Impact Toolbox website, or a listing on another site)Through a friend, family member, or colleagueSearch engine (eg. Google search, Safari, Chrome, etc)Other
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If you have completed the Impact Toolbox Social Impact Strategy course, please verify completion by attaching a screenshot of your learner dashboard, where it should display a "100% progress" for the course completion.*

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Please attach your CV and/or any other supporting documents.*

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Share any professional social media accounts or website link(s) related to your work.
Yes, sign me up!No, thank you.
Please insert your electronic signature to confirm accuracy of the submitted information. *

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Youth In Development Fellowship

A Note on Authenticity and AI

General Information

The Issue You Want to Solve

Additional Information