Young leaders from around the world are eligible to apply for the AstraZeneca Young Health Program Scholarships to attend the 31st AFS Youth Assembly in Geneva from August 12-14, 2026. These scholarships are sponsored by AstraZeneca’s Young Health Program and administered by AFS to support young leaders working in, studying, or researching the areas of Health Equity, Health Systems Resilience, and/or Climate & Nature Action. The AFS Youth Assembly is a global platform that cultivates an international network of young leaders and changemakers through exchange, education, action, and impact.
Quick Highlights
- Location: Geneva, Switzerland
- Duration: August 12-14, 2026
- Benefits: Fully Funded Scholarship
- Deadline: 1 April 2026
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Financial Benefits
The scholarship covers:
- Program registration fees include the full AFS Youth Assembly program from August 12-14, 2026, in Geneva, Switzerland.
- Travel stipend in the form of a reimbursement for your transportation
- Visa application costs.
- 4 nights accommodation in a hotel in Geneva with breakfast included each day.
- Social/networking activity with other Youth Assembly delegates.
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About AstraZeneca Young Health Program Scholarships
AstraZeneca is looking for passionate, driven young leaders to join their 2026 Young Health Programme (YHP) Scholarship. The Scholarship supports young advocates focused on:
- Advancing health equity – with a focus on acting early to prevent non-communicable diseases, which include lung diseases, cardiovascular diseases, cancers, type 2 diabetes, and chronic kidney disease – among young people, or supporting young people living with rare diseases.
- Taking action on climate and nature – advocating for the mitigation of the harmful effects of climate change on the health and well-being of young people.
- Building health systems resilience – contributing to stronger health systems that prioritize earlier intervention to meet today’s needs and mitigate tomorrow’s disease burden.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet all of the requirements below to be considered eligible for this scholarship:
- Candidates can be from any country. All applicants must have the ability to secure a travel visa and travel to Switzerland (this is an in-person event).
- Ideal candidates are actively working in, studying, or researching the areas of Health Equity, Health Systems Resilience, and/or Climate and Nature Action.
- Have never attended the AFS Youth Assembly before.
- Be between 18 – 35 years old* at the time of program start date.
- Be able to actively participate in program sessions conducted in English.
- Be available to participate in this program from August 10 to August 15, 2026 (these dates include traveling to Geneva).
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Why Apply?
- Attend a global youth summit in Switzerland.
- Gain international exposure and recognition.
- Connect with changemakers from around the world.
- Enhance leadership and professional skills.
How to Apply?
Applications will be open from March 5 to April 1, 2026. Selected candidates will be notified via email in early May. The Link is below.
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