Are you a young changemaker working on a social change project or preparing to launch one? The Dalai Lama Fellows 2027 programme is inviting applications from young leaders worldwide for a year-long fellowship focused on contemplative leadership, social innovation and community-based change.

WHO CAN APPLY?
• Applicants worldwide
• Aged 20–36 as of April 1, 2027
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Engaged in a social change project or have a well-developed project plan
• Strong understanding of the community and issue being addressed
• Interest in contemplative approaches to leadership
• Students and non-students can apply
• No Buddhist affiliation required

WHAT THE FELLOWSHIP OFFERS
• Year-long leadership curriculum
• Individual coaching and group learning
• Contemplative leadership practices
• Global Fellows and alumni network
• Professional and personal leadership development
• Peer learning and collaboration opportunities

PROJECT FOCUS
Projects can address areas such as:
• Health and wellbeing
• Education
• Environmental sustainability
• Human rights
• Community development
• Cultural understanding
• Other interconnected social challenges

DEADLINE: November 11, 2026 at 22:00 UTC

Learn more: dalailamafellows.com/apply/