
The Sandoz Scholarship 2026, offered in partnership with One Young World, is a prestigious and fully funded opportunity designed for young leaders driving change in global healthcare access, innovation, and equity.
This highly competitive scholarship will support five outstanding young changemakers working to remove barriers to healthcare and improve access to essential medicines. Selected scholars will join the One Young World Summit in Cape Town, South Africa, where they will engage with global leaders, innovators, and policymakers.
With global health challenges still affecting billions of people worldwide, this scholarship aims to empower the next generation of leaders to create sustainable, inclusive, and impactful healthcare solutions.
The Sandoz Scholarship is part of a global initiative to promote equitable access to healthcare. It focuses on individuals who are actively working to:
Improve access to affordable medicines
Address healthcare inequalities
Develop innovative health technologies and solutions
Strengthen healthcare systems in underserved communities
Selected scholars will become part of the Sandoz delegation at the One Young World Summit, gaining international exposure and a powerful platform to amplify their work.
The One Young World Summit is one of the world’s most influential global forums for young leaders.
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
The Summit brings together:
Young leaders from across the globe
Influential policymakers and business leaders
Experts in development, innovation, and global health
Participants collaborate on solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges, including healthcare access, climate change, education, and inequality.
Selected Sandoz Scholars will receive:
1. Fully Funded Summit Participation
Access to the One Young World Summit in Cape Town
Participation in global discussions and networking sessions
2. Global Exposure and Networking
Opportunity to connect with:
International leaders
Industry experts
Fellow changemakers
3. Professional and Leadership Development
Platform to showcase impactful work
Opportunities to collaborate on global health solutions
Applicants should be working in areas that contribute to improving healthcare access, such as:
Digital or AI-driven healthcare solutions
Supply chain innovations for medicine distribution
Health education and community outreach programmes
Policy advocacy for affordable healthcare
Innovations targeting underserved or marginalized communities
To be eligible for the Sandoz Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
Be aged 18–30 years (exceptions may apply for outstanding candidates over 30)
Demonstrate a strong commitment to positive social impact
Show leadership potential
Have a clear understanding of healthcare challenges in their community or globally
Have experience implementing practical or innovative healthcare solutions
Applications Open: 23 March 2026
Application Deadline: 27 April 2026
Applicants are encouraged to apply early due to the competitive nature of the programme.
The Sandoz Scholarship 2026 offers a transformative opportunity to:
Gain international recognition for your work
Expand your impact in global health
Connect with world leaders and innovators
Access a global platform to scale your solutions
Become part of a powerful network of changemakers
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