Overview & Description
Quick Summary: Submissions are officially open for the Competition for Youth-Led Projects 2026–2027. This global competition will award two youth-led initiatives with 3,000 CHF each to implement practical, 9-month projects focused on enhancing community resilience to floods and droughts.
| 📅 Application Deadline | Monday, 31 August 2026 |
| 💰 Grant Funding | Two Prizes of 3,000 CHF Each |
| ⏳ Project Duration | 9 Months Implementation (With Expert Mentorship) |
| 🎯 Eligibility | Youth-Led Projects (Aged 18–35) |
| 🏢 Category | Grants |
Overview / What This Opportunity Entails
Youth face extreme vulnerability to severe climate impacts like floods and droughts, yet hold immense potential to design local solutions and advance Early Warnings for All (EW4All) goals.
The Competition for Youth-Led Projects aims to empower young people to design and execute disaster risk reduction, preparedness, and climate adaptation strategies. Selected project leaders receive financial support alongside direct guidance and mentorship from global flood and drought experts to scale their impact over a 9-month period.
Core Details & Grant Coverage
- Funding Award: Two winning projects will receive a grant prize of 3,000 CHF each.
- Expert Support: Awardees receive technical guidance, support, and mentorship from climate experts during project execution.
- Implementation Timeline: Funded projects must be fully executed within a maximum timeframe of 9 months.
Self-Qualification: Do You Match the Profile?
Review these mandatory eligibility criteria before preparing your proposal submission:
- Youth Leadership: The project must be designed and led by young people or students aged 18 to 35, demonstrating active youth participation (under 35) across all activities.
- Scope & Focus: Proposals must make a concrete, tangible contribution toward building resilience against floods and droughts.
- Implementation Standard: Projects must be practical, results-oriented, scalable, sustainable over time, and achievable within a 9-month window.
- Innovation Element: Must integrate a feasible innovative approach (e.g., combining Indigenous and scientific knowledge, low-cost adaptation techniques, novel community engagement models, or strong focus on women’s engagement).
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Follow these exact steps to complete your submission before the deadline:
- Review Submission Guidelines: Read the official submission guidelines carefully in either English or Spanish.
- Prepare Your Proposal: Develop a clear project roadmap, budget, and implementation schedule outlining how your initiative tackles flood or drought risks.
- Submit Official Form: Fill out and submit the official online application form in either English or Spanish before 31 August 2026. (Note: Submit your proposal once only through the official form; multiple submissions will be disqualified).
How to Submit Your Application
Click the Apply Now button below to access the official portal and submit your details directly.
(For official questions or technical support regarding the submission process, contact the team at droughtmanagement@wmo.int).