HEADWAY INSTITUTE OF STRATEGIC ALLIANCE (HISA)
HISA Youth Fellowship in the UK
full · bachelors, masters
- ~USD 16.50 (est.)Fully funded application fee
- 4 daysProgram length (Aug 2026)
- Rhodes House, OxfordProgram venue
- Ages 18-45Eligible age range
- Round-trip airfareFully funded benefit
- United KingdomWhere it is held
At a glance
full
Funding
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Max amount
Jun 30, 2027
Deadline
Open to applicants of all nationalities
Country
Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance (HISA)
Provider
The HISA Youth Fellowship is a short leadership program hosted by the Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance (HISA) at Rhodes House in Oxford, United Kingdom, running over 4 days (around 23-26 August 2026). It brings together changemakers aged 18 to 45 from around the world for expert-led sessions, simulations and interactive workshops on global governance, climate diplomacy, digital transformation and AI governance, human rights, public policy and global health, and peacebuilding. The program offers several registration tiers: a fully funded fellowship (with a low application fee of around USD 16.50) that covers round-trip airfare, shared accommodation and all meals; an invitation-letter option (around USD 99) for visa processing; a self-funded fellowship (around USD 899); and an access-only option (around USD 499) without accommodation. All participants receive an official graduation certificate, a toolkit and access to a global alumni network. Applicants of all nationalities are welcome if proficient in English and able to show leadership, advocacy or research experience. Selection is by an expert panel based on merit and alignment with the fellowship themes. Tier prices, dates and inclusions change each cycle, so confirm the current details on the official HISA page before you apply.
What's covered
- Round-trip airfare (fully funded tier) — The fully funded fellowship tier (application fee ~USD 16.50 est.) covers round-trip airfare to the United Kingdom.
- Shared accommodation — Shared accommodation for the duration of the program is included in the fully funded and self-funded tiers.
- All meals — All meals during the program are provided in the fully funded tier.
- Full session access — Full access to all fellowship sessions, simulations and interactive workshops at Rhodes House, Oxford.
- Certificate, toolkit and invitation letter — An official graduation certificate, a fellowship toolkit and an invitation letter (a standalone invitation-letter option costs ~USD 99 est.).
How to apply
Applications are submitted online and reviewed by an expert panel, with selected applicants notified by email about travel, visa and next steps.
- Submit the online application — Provide your personal and academic background, leadership and advocacy experience, and a statement of motivation.
- Choose your registration tier — Indicate whether you are applying for the fully funded, invitation-letter, self-funded or access-only tier.
- Application evaluation — An expert panel reviews applications based on merit and alignment with the fellowship's core themes.
- Final selection and onboarding — Selected applicants are notified by email with guidance on travel, visa processing and next steps ahead of the program.
Eligibility
AgeAged between 18 and 45 years.
LanguageProficient in English, as the program is conducted entirely in English.
ExperienceDemonstrated experience in leadership, advocacy or research is preferred.
MotivationPassionate about global policy, diplomacy or social impact, with a clear vision for future impact.
The fellowship offers multiple registration tiers (fully funded, invitation-letter-only, self-funded and access-only) with different fees and inclusions. Confirm the current tier prices and what each covers on the official page before applying.
Eligible countries
Open to applicants of all nationalities
Deadlines
2026 cohort (apply early - rolling)~30 June 2026 (est.)
Selection
Applications are reviewed by an expert panel based on merit and alignment with the fellowship's core themes. The panel looks for a strong leadership and community-engagement track record, a clear vision for future impact and policy influence, and openness to cross-cultural collaboration. Selected applicants are notified by email with travel and visa guidance.
Verified sources
- Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance (HISA)hisaglobal.orgofficial
About the provider
The Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance (HISA) is an organisation that runs youth leadership, diplomacy and policy programs internationally. Its Youth Fellowship convenes young changemakers for immersive sessions on global governance, climate diplomacy, human rights and peacebuilding, hosted at Rhodes House in Oxford.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who can apply for the HISA Youth Fellowship?
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Applicants of all nationalities aged 18 to 45 who are proficient in English and ideally have experience in leadership, advocacy or research.
Where and when is the fellowship held?
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It is held at Rhodes House in Oxford, United Kingdom, over 4 days around 23-26 August 2026.
Is the fellowship fully funded?
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There is a fully funded tier (application fee ~USD 16.50 est.) covering round-trip airfare, shared accommodation and all meals, alongside self-funded and access-only options.
What does the fully funded tier cover?
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Round-trip airfare, shared accommodation, all meals, full access to sessions, and an official certificate, invitation letter and toolkit.
What are the other registration tiers?
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An invitation-letter-only option (~USD 99 est.) for visa processing, a self-funded fellowship (~USD 899 est.), and an access-only option (~USD 499 est.) without accommodation.
What topics does the program cover?
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Global governance and leadership, climate diplomacy, digital transformation and AI governance, human rights, public policy and global health, and peacebuilding.
What is the age requirement?
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Applicants must be between 18 and 45 years old.
How do I apply?
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Submit the online application with your background, leadership experience and a statement of motivation, then choose your registration tier.
How are applicants selected?
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An expert panel reviews applications on merit and alignment with the fellowship's core themes, leadership track record and vision for impact.
Do all participants receive a certificate?
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Yes. All participants, regardless of funding tier, receive an official graduation certificate from HISA and access to the alumni network.
When is the deadline?
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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early (around 30 June 2026, est.) to secure a place.
Where can I confirm the latest details?
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Check the official HISA fellowship page for current tier prices, inclusions, dates and application requirements before applying.