Are you a passionate young changemaker working toward a peaceful world? The United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) invites applications to the Youth Leader Fund for a World Without Nuclear Weapons 2026—a hybrid, fully funded leadership program aimed at empowering the next generation of global advocates for disarmament and peace.

This unique program combines four months of online training with a six-day in-person study tour to Japan, where participants will engage with atomic bomb survivors (hibakusha) in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. If you’re committed to creating a safer future, this international opportunity will provide you with the knowledge, skills, and global network to amplify your voice on the world stage.

Program Overview

Host Organization:
United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA)

Program Type:
Hybrid (Online + In-Person)

Program Duration:
4-month online training + 1-week fully funded Japan study visit

In-Person Location:
Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan

Benefits of the Youth Leader Fund 2026

• No application or participation fee

• Fully funded travel, accommodation, and meals during Japan visit

• 50 participants will be selected for the in-person component

• Certificate of Completion from the UNODA upon finishing online training

• Open to youth from both nuclear-weapon and non-nuclear-weapon states

• Access to disarmament experts, advocacy tools, and global peer connections

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Eligibility Criteria

• Must be 18 to 29 years old

• Open to applicants from all academic and professional backgrounds

• No prior knowledge of disarmament or nuclear policy required

• Must commit 4–6 hours/week for online activities

• Proficiency in English required

• Must have:

  • A reliable internet connection

  • A device with audio and video capabilities

• For in-person study tour:

  • Must be available for 6–7 days in Q2 of 2026

  • Must have valid travel documents and global medical insurance

How to Apply

1. Register on the Disarmament Education Dashboard

2. Confirm your email and login

3. Complete the application form:

   • Enter personal and educational details

   • Add professional experience and skills

   • Include links to social media profiles

   • Answer motivational questions

   • Select the most compelling part of the program

4. Upload required documents:

   • CV

   • Valid passport

   • Visa (if required)

   • Medical insurance certificate

5. Review and submit your application

Application Deadline

🗓 13 April 2025

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