Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship 2025 – Fully Funded

The Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship 2025, offered in collaboration with the Hauwa Ojeifo Global Impact Fund for Women & Girls and One Young World, is now open for applications. This prestigious scholarship is designed for young leaders working on gender equity, mental health, and human rights across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

It provides full sponsorship to attend the One Young World Summit 2025 in Munich, Germany, along with post-summit support to scale impactful initiatives.

Purpose of the Scholarship

Around the world, gender inequality, poor mental health access, and limited representation of women in policy-making remain urgent issues. According to the UN, child marriage may persist for another 300 years at the current rate, and nearly half of married women globally still lack autonomy over their reproductive health. This scholarship exists to empower those working to shift these realities—especially in underrepresented and underserved communities.

Who is Hauwa Ojeifo?

Hauwa Ojeifo is a renowned Nigerian mental health advocate and One Young World Ambassador. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder and PTSD, she turned her lived experience into a mission by founding She Writes Woman, a mental health movement that supports individuals living with psychosocial disabilities.

Her impact includes:

• Operating a 24/7 national helpline in Nigeria with trained counselors
• Building a community of over 2,000 mental health advocates
• Conducting strategic advocacy workshops across Africa

In 2024, she was recognized by Melinda French Gates as one of 12 global leaders awarded a share of a $20 million fund dedicated to improving women’s health and wellbeing.

What the Scholarship Covers

Recipients of the Hauwa Ojeifo Scholarship will receive:

• Full funding to attend the One Young World Summit 2025 in Munich (November 3–6, 2025)
• Lifelong membership in the global One Young World Ambassador community
• Access to the Action Accelerator Programme, offering expert mentoring and strategic support
• Eligibility for up to $25,000 in grant funding for outstanding projects

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be aged 18 to 30 at the time of the summit. Applications from older candidates may be considered if they demonstrate outstanding impact.
• Live in and make an impact within Africa, Asia, or the Middle East
• Lead or be deeply involved in an initiative addressing one or more of the following focus areas:
  • Mental health (including neurodivergence and developmental differences)
  • Sexual and domestic violence
  • Disability rights and inclusion
  • Maternal, gynecological, and child health
  • Sexual and reproductive health and rights
  • Non-communicable diseases
  • Girl-child issues such as child marriage, adolescent pregnancy, or FGM
• Be passionate about embedding a psychosocial and disability-inclusive lens in their work

Note: Applicants under 18 are not eligible.

Timeline

• Application Deadline: June 29, 2025
• Summit Dates: November 3–6, 2025
• Location: Munich, Germany

Why This Scholarship Matters

This scholarship is not just an award—it’s a long-term investment in sustainable change. It provides a global platform for voices that are often unheard and equips emerging leaders with the tools, funding, and network to drive systemic progress for women and girls. Whether addressing mental health stigma, advocating for disability rights, or dismantling gender-based violence, recipients are empowered to make a tangible impact.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through the official One Young World application portal before the deadline. Make sure to prepare all relevant documentation that demonstrates your initiative’s purpose, impact, and your personal commitment to social change.