Empowering Youth to Shape a Better Future!
Are you a young changemaker passionate about creating positive social, economic, or environmental change? The 2025 UNESCO-NESTLÉ Youth Impact Program is here to support your journey and amplify your impact!
About the Program
The UNESCO-NESTLÉ Youth Impact Program is a collaborative initiative designed to empower young innovators and leaders who are making meaningful contributions to their communities. This program aims to provide participants with skills, mentorship, and resources to further enhance their projects and drive sustainable growth.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the 2025 Youth Impact Program, applicants must:
- Be aged 18 to 30 years.
- Demonstrate leadership and commitment to addressing social, economic, or environmental challenges.
- Be actively involved in a project or initiative aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Possess strong communication and collaboration skills.
Program Benefits
Selected participants will:
- Receive training and mentorship from industry experts and experienced leaders.
- Access networking opportunities with other young innovators worldwide.
- Gain visibility and recognition for their impactful initiatives.
- Receive support to scale their projects and enhance their social impact.
How to Apply
- Prepare Your Application: Submit a detailed description of your project, your goals, and your impact so far.
- Apply Online: Complete the application form on the official UNESCO or NESTLÉ website.
- Await Notification: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation and interviews.
All applications will propose projects that are:
- Relevant to the Initiative’s themes as elaborated above
- Implemented within 6 months
- Local or national in scope
- Delivered by a team of at least 3 young people with a clearly identified project leader.
Please refer to the Terms and Conditions for more details, including on the selection process.
Selection Process
Timeline:
- Call for Applications : Mar 18 – Apr 8, 2025
- Project Evaluation : 9 Apr – 9 Jun 2025
- Award Ceremony : September 18, 2025
- Capability Building Program : Aug 2025 – Apr 2026
Application Deadline
April 18, 2025
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to UNESCO on www.nestleyouthentrepreneurship.com to apply
For more details, visit UNESCO webpage
