Deadline: June 15, 2026.

Established institutions and actors are perpetuating its causes rather than solving them. Meanwhile, the consequences are devastating for many of the most vulnerable communities around the world. This Award has been launched to recognise the young leaders who are tackling conflict at its roots and creating unity within and between communities torn apart by divisions.

Regent Global and One Young World will identify ten young leaders as finalists for the award, based on their demonstrated impact:

• Providing solutions to end or prevent conflict at a local, national, or regional level
• Increasing awareness and understanding between communities through dialogue and education
• Preventing the outbreak and escalation of violence within and between communities
• Empowering and protecting the rights of marginalised and oppressed groups
• Implementing sustainable peacebuilding measures to prevent the re-emergence of conflict

From the ten finalists, an independent expert judging panel (to be announced at the 2026 Global Unity Dinner hosted by Regent Global on 26 June) will select the inaugural winner of The Pankaj Award to End Conflict. 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Applicants must:

• Be aged between 18 and 35 years of age*
• Be leading a registered non-profit organisation, social enterprise, or purpose-driven company
• Be responsible for direct decision-making authority within their organisation/company
• Be available to participate in the One Young World Summit from 3-6 November 2026.

BENEFITS

All finalists will receive:

• Funding from $10,000 – $100,000 to invest in their work to end conflict
• A fully-funded place to attend the One Young World Summit Cape Town, South Africa from 3 – 6 November 2026.
  • Travel to and from Cape Town (flights in economy).
  • Hotel accommodation in Cape Town in a private room between 2 – 7 November 2026 (inclusive). 
  • All meals covered (includes breakfast, lunch and dinner on conference days).
• Lifelong membership of the One Young World Ambassador Community, a global network with 20,000+ members in 190+ countries. 

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