The Sustainable Development Solutions Network Youth is inviting applications for the 2026 cycle of the Local Pathways Fellowship (LPF).
This global urban innovators programme empowers young innovators to reimagine and reshape their cities by developing practical, sustainable solutions to urban challenges.
The LPF focuses on sustainable urban development with real-world impact.
Fellows tackle challenges in housing, mobility, public spaces, community well-being, and climate resilience.
Projects are grounded in local realities and informed by community needs, ensuring that interventions are practical and inclusive.
Benefits of the urban innovators fellowship
While the fellowship is primarily non-financial, participants gain mentorship, global visibility, peer networks, and practical experience.
Selected urban innovators acquire skills in project design, implementation, and evaluation, while their ideas receive a platform to reach local and international audiences, enhancing their professional and civic impact.
Who can apply
The fellowship is open to motivated young leaders from any city worldwide.
Eligible applicants must:
- Be aged 18 to 30
- Have at least one year of relevant academic or professional experience
- Possess a clear idea or vision for urban improvement
- Be ready to commit a few hours per week from March 2026 onward
- Demonstrate motivation, creativity, and commitment to community impact
Application requirements
Applicants must submit a clear description of their urban project or idea, highlighting its relevance to their city and potential for real-world impact.
Proposals should show awareness of local challenges and explain how the fellowship will help develop and implement the solution.
Supporting documents may include CVs, references, or prior work examples.
Deadline
The deadline for this application is December 21, 2025. Visit Sustainable Development Solutions Network website to apply. Explore more global calls on our Opportunities page.
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