Young Leaders National Security Fellowship 2026 UK

United KingdomYoung Leaders National Security
United KingdomScholarshipFully FundedRolling deadlineprofessional
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Program details

Key facts at a glance

Host country
United Kingdom
Region
Europe
Institution
Young Leaders National Security
Study level
Professional
Funding
Fully Funded

Program overview

Full description, requirements, and what to expect

This Leadership Fellowship program in United Kingdom offers fully funded. The application deadline is 5th June 2026.

KEY DETAILS - Location: United Kingdom - Program level: Leadership Fellowship - Funding: Fully Funded - Deadline: 5th June 2026

ELIGIBILITY - Open to professionals in their early careers and students from a variety of professions. - Candidates should have a keen interest in topics like foreign relations, public policy, and national security. - It is anticipated that candidates would demonstrate their leadership potential by participating in extracurricular, professional, or academic activities. - To actively participate in debates and group activities, one must possess strong writing and vocal communication abilities. - A interdisciplinary and inclusive environment is fostered by encouraging applicants from a variety of academic, cultural, and professional backgrounds.

BENEFITS - Travel assistance is offered for domestic travel within the United Kingdom, guaranteeing seamless involvement in all program events. - For the duration of the fellowship, accommodations are fully booked for six nights, providing a comfortable stay. - Throughout the program, participants will receive a daily allowance (per diem) to aid with food and necessary personal expenses. - Get insightful exposure to important facets of the realm of national security. - Learn directly from seasoned experts and professionals in the UK. - Boost your professional reputation and lay the groundwork for a successful future career. - Make connections with peers, mentors, and policymakers worldwide to broaden your global network.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS - Updated CV. - A cover letter addressing the following points:. - - Your motivation for applying to the program. - - A book, article, or thinker that has shaped your perspective on extremism (maximum 200 words). - - Your view on the most significant extremist threat facing Britain (maximum 300 words). - A signed declaration confirming compliance with the Counter Extremism Group GenAI policy. - All documents must be submitted in either Word or PDF format.

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Requirements & preparation

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Eligibility criteria

5 requirements to review

  • Open to professionals in their early careers and students from a variety of professions.
  • Candidates should have a keen interest in topics like foreign relations, public policy, and national security.
  • It is anticipated that candidates would demonstrate their leadership potential by participating in extracurricular, professional, or academic activities.
  • To actively participate in debates and group activities, one must possess strong writing and vocal communication abilities.
  • A interdisciplinary and inclusive environment is fostered by encouraging applicants from a variety of academic, cultural, and professional backgrounds.

Benefits & funding

7 perks included · Fully Funded

  • Travel assistance is offered for domestic travel within the United Kingdom, guaranteeing seamless involvement in all program events.
  • For the duration of the fellowship, accommodations are fully booked for six nights, providing a comfortable stay.
  • Throughout the program, participants will receive a daily allowance (per diem) to aid with food and necessary personal expenses.
  • Get insightful exposure to important facets of the realm of national security.
  • Learn directly from seasoned experts and professionals in the UK.
  • Boost your professional reputation and lay the groundwork for a successful future career.
  • Make connections with peers, mentors, and policymakers worldwide to broaden your global network.

Required documents

Prepare these before you apply

  1. 1Updated CV.
  2. 2A cover letter addressing the following points:.
  3. 3– Your motivation for applying to the program.
  4. 4– A book, article, or thinker that has shaped your perspective on extremism (maximum 200 words).
  5. 5– Your view on the most significant extremist threat facing Britain (maximum 300 words).
  6. 6A signed declaration confirming compliance with the Counter Extremism Group GenAI policy.
  7. 7All documents must be submitted in either Word or PDF format.

Important dates

Deadlines and listing updates

  • Application deadlineRolling — applications accepted on an ongoing basis
  • Published on Opportunity StationApr 20, 2026
  • Last updatedJul 8, 2026

Participating location

Where this opportunity takes place

United Kingdom · Europe

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Next step

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