Ban Ki-Moon Centre Global Citizen Scholarship 2025 – Apply Now

The Ban Ki-Moon Centre is now accepting applications for the 2025 Global Citizen Scholarship Program, an initiative designed to support young leaders actively working toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This program provides access to specialized academic training, international networking, expert-led workshops, and peer-to-peer mentorship—opportunities that may otherwise be out of reach for many aspiring changemakers.

What the Scholarship Offers

Selected scholars will receive:

A fully funded opportunity to attend the MCI Summer School on Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development.
Participation in expert-led skills training sessions.
A chance to connect with high-level global changemakers.
Peer mentorship from experienced alumni.
An invitation to the RELX Inspiration Day 2025 for further professional growth.

Additionally, each scholar will be required to design and implement an SDG Micro-Project in their local community between April and December 2025. These projects should address one or more SDGs, aiming to create a meaningful impact at the grassroots level.

Who Can Apply?

The scholarship is open to African youth from all countries on the continent, regardless of gender, background, or sexual orientation. To be eligible, applicants must:

Be between 20 and 35 years old.
Show a strong commitment to the SDGs and global citizenship.
Have at least a Master’s degree (or, in exceptional cases, have completed at least one year of postgraduate studies).
Provide proof of English proficiency (minimum B2 level based on European standards).

Financial Support

Each scholar will receive a $500 seed grant to fund their SDG Micro-Project. They will also undergo project management training and receive ongoing guidance to ensure successful implementation.