INCERT | One Young World Scholarship 2025
- Omran Aburayya
- Oct 1
- 3 min read
If you are a young cybersecurity leader interested in ESG-aligned innovations and global networking, the INCERT | One Young World Scholarship 2025 is now open. This fully-funded opportunity invites applicants across the European Union to attend the One Young World Summit in Munich, Germany. Don’t miss your chance to engage with global leaders, access major platforms, and grow your impact through cybersecurity. Here's everything you need to know.
🎓 Scholarship Summary
Location: Munich, Germany
Organizers: INCERT (Luxembourg) in partnership with One Young World
Participation Level: Young leaders (non-student-specific) participating in the Summit
Target Group: Individuals aged 18–30 with interests/experience in cybersecurity and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) principles
Fields of Focus: Cybersecurity broadly — including digital identity, cryptography, threat detection, education & digital literacy, cybersecurity policy & ethics
Benefits & Coverage:
Access to the Summit (One Young World Summit 2025)
Hotel accommodation in Munich (2–6 November 2025)
Travel to and from Munich covered
Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the Summit
Transportation between accommodation and the Summit venue
Duration: The days of the Summit (3–6 November 2025), plus prior/post Summit arrangements as per schedule (hotel from 2 November)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2025
Eligible To: Nationals of European Union member states; applicants aged 18–30 (though older candidates may be considered under certain circumstances)
🧭 Programme Overview
The INCERT | One Young World Scholarship is a joint initiative between INCERT (Luxembourg’s public cybersecurity agency) and One Young World. Its purpose is to discover, support, and uplift emerging leaders in cybersecurity across EU countries, especially those who can tie their technical or policy work to broader ESG goals. The programme will fund three exceptional young leaders to attend the 2025 One Young World Summit in Munich.
Summit activities include plenaries, workshops, networking, leadership training, interaction with global experts, and opportunities for post-summit engagement among the One Young World Ambassador community. Participants will also engage with ESG-informed discussions to explore how cybersecurity intersects with sustainable development.
🎁 Benefits
Full coverage of travel to/from Munich
Hotel accommodation from 2–6 November 2025 inclusive
All meals during the Summit days (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Transport between the Summit accommodation and the venue
Valuable exposure to the One Young World network, leadership training, global discussions, and visibility for your work in cybersecurity and ESG contexts
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must meet all of the following:
Be between 18 and 30 years old (though applications from those over 30 may be considered if they have significant personal impact, initiative, and willingness to engage). Under-18s are not eligible.
Be a national of an EU member state.
Demonstrated interest and/or experience in cybersecurity (technical, policy, education, or related).
Track record of impactful, innovative solutions (in cybersecurity or related fields).
Awareness/vision of how ESG and cybersecurity intersect, including protecting rights, enabling sustainable innovation, digital equity, trust, etc.
📝 Application Procedure l
Online Submission: Submit your application through the official application portal
Submit before the deadline of 8 October 2025.
ℹ️ Extra Information & Notes
The Summit runs from 3–6 November 2025 in Munich. Some associated hotel nights include 2 November.
Visa preparation is important if you need a Schengen visa; applying early is advised.
Even if you are over 30, you may still apply, but must show exceptional contribution and impact.
🚀 Why You Should Apply
This scholarship offers more than financial support — it’s a platform to amplify your voice, expand your network globally, and curve your path as a leader in cybersecurity aligned with ESG values. If you are passionate about protecting digital systems, influencing cybersecurity policy, closing the digital divide, or innovating in cryptography or identity protection, this is an excellent chance to grow, learn, and contribute at an international level.
