Queen Elizabeth II 100 Young Leaders Awards Application
In commemoration of what would have been Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s 100th birthday in April 2026, the Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust (QECT) plans to launch a special initiative to recognise 100 inspirational Young Leaders from across the Commonwealth. Building on the legacy of the Queen's Young Leaders programme, this new award will celebrate exceptional individuals from diverse regions, representing QECT’s five key focus areas: education and employability, environment, food and agriculture, health, and inclusion. This initiative aims to elevate the profiles of these Young Leaders globally, empowering them to further amplify their social impact within their communities, countries, and regions.
To be eligible for The Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth
Trust’s 100 Young Leaders Awards, applicants must meet the following
eligibility criteria:
- Age: 18
to 35 years old at the time of application (born between April 1990 and
April 2008).
- Leadership
Role: Must be the founder, co-founder, or in a key leadership
position of a social impact initiative.
- Citizenship/Residency: Must
be a citizen or permanent resident of at-least one of the 56 Commonwealth
countries.
- Track
Record: Demonstrate measurable community or global impact for a
minimum of 12 months.
- Ethical
Standing: The initiative must operate legally, transparently,
and in accordance with the values of QECT.
- Language: Applications
must be submitted in English.
Areas of Focus
Education and Employability
Environment
Food & Agriculture
Health
Inclusion
Deadline to Submit Applications: Wednesday, 8th October
2025
What do young awardees receive
The Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust’s 100 Young
Leaders Awards seeks to enhance the global visibility of emerging leaders,
enabling them to expand their societal contributions while fostering
sustainable development within their respective communities. The awardees will
receive:
- Award
Recognition: Winners will receive their award at the official
awards ceremony.
- Microgrant: A
chance to apply for a microgrant to scale their high-impact projects or
organisations.
- Capacity
Building: Tailored capacity-building and mentorship to strengthen
leadership and organisational growth.
- Global
Platform: Global recognition for awardees through widespread
media coverage, marking an important milestone in QECT's history.
- Networking:
Opportunities to connect with funders, partners, and field experts through
virtual and/or in-person events.
Timeline
Note: Please note that the timeline may vary subject to
changes in the programme
Join Us & Make an Impact
Align your company/organization with a prestigious global
initiative, empowering young leaders and championing social impact on an
international stage.
Enhance your brand’s global visibility
Engage with the next generation of changemakers
Demonstrate leadership in corporate social responsibility
Let’s create lasting change together.
We are open to discuss this initiative with you and develop
the best possible way to partner. Please feel free to email our team by
clicking on partner with us.
If you are a young leader working in your community in one
of the 56 Commonwealth countries and have a clear vision for change,
demonstrated commitment to community and evidence of impact, then refer to our
eligibility criteria and apply for The Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust
(QECT) 100 Young Leaders Awards 2026.
Deadline to Submit Applications: Wednesday, 8th October
2025
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