Global Leadership Challenge 2027 (Fully Funded to Switzerland)

The Global Leadership Challenge 2027 is a prestigious program that will select 100 Young leaders through an open application process. The Winners of the Global Leadership Challenge will be invited to attend the 56th St Gallen Symposium in April 2027 in Switzerland as Leaders of Tomorrow. Travel and accommodation are covered. The GLC identifies the best applicants who engage with complex global challenges. The Global Leadership Challenge aims to develop the next generation of responsible leaders. The applicants will be assessed on their leadership and global engagement.

Benefits of Global Leadership Challenge 2027

• Earn a Certificate of Achievement from the University of Oxford and the St. Gallen Symposium. It is a Joint initiative.
• Receive exclusive mentorship after GLC.
• Win an invitation to attend the 56th St. Gallen Symposium in April 2027
• Engage with world-renowned experts.
• Develop SDG action projects using design thinking.
• Learn responsible leadership that benefits society.
• Join a global community of young leaders.

Attend a Fully Sponsored Symposium in Switzerland

Winners of the Global Leadership Challenge will be invited to attend the Fully Funded 56th St. Gallen Symposium in Switzerland at the University of St. Gallen.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applications from around the world and from all academic disciplines.
• You are eligible if you are a student and enrolled in a Master’s or a PhD program.
• You are eligible if you are a young professional (aged between 21 and 30 years).
• You must have completed your undergraduate studies.
• You’ve shown your leadership skills through extracurricular activities or work.
• The Global Leadership Challenge is open to applicants from all countries and in all fields.

How to Apply for the Global Leadership Challenge 2027?

There is no application fee. You have to apply online. If you are a new user, then create an account first. The link to the official website is below. The deadline is 5th November 2026.

APPLY FOR THE GLOBAL LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE

Interested in receiving a UNU Certified Certificate? The SDG Innovation Summit Malaysia 2026 is organized by the Global Youth Network (GYN) and co-hosted by the United Nations University – International Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH), Malaysia. Flights, stay, Meals, and visa fees are covered.