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Young Professional Fellowship program 2026 in Australia (Funded)

To all the young changemakers, do you want to have a short-term transformative experience in Australia through a fully funded fellowship program? Well, then pack your bags as Australia is calling! Applications are now open for the Young Professional Fellowship program 2026, scheduled to take place in Melbourne, Australia’s most vibrant and dynamic city.

The fellowship programme is inviting applications from all nationals, regardless of any academic background or profession, whether you are a student, health worker, entrepreneur, academic, lawyer, social activist, or no matter what, if you have a passion to bring positive change in your communities and beyond, then this programme is meant for you! The objective of the programme is to equip the young generation of future leaders with the tools, confidence, leadership skills, and networks necessary to drive positive change within their communities and beyond.

The duration of the fellowship program is three days, taking place from February 10 to 13, 2026. During these dates, the participants will engage in various activities, including intensive workshops, expert-led discussions, and collaborative exercises to strengthen their leadership potential.  The forum is offering a total of 70 scholarship seats for participation that are further divided into 20 Fully Funded Seats and 50 partially funded seats.

The fellowship covers all the costs of the participants selected under the fully funded category, including meals, conference, airfare, and conference access. There is no IELTS/TOEFL requirement to participate in the programe, the last date for applying is December 5th, 2025. Read more about the YPF fellowship below:

Young Professional Fellowship Australia 2026 Overview

  • Host Country: Australia
  • Location: Melbourne
  • Open for: All Nationals
  • Coverage: Fully/Partially Funded
  • Fellowship Dates: 10-13th February 2026
  • Application Deadline: December 5th, 2025

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Total Seats

  1. Partially Funded: 50
  2. Fully Funded: 20
  3. Self Funded: 130
  4. Forum Access 20

Financial Coverage

Applicants who are selected under the fully funded category will recieve the following support:

  • Round-trip economy-class airfare coverage
  • Accommodation and meals during the program
  • Exclusive visa invitation
  • Event merchandise
  • Participation certificate
  • Participation in Cultural Nights
  • Full access to forum activities
  • City tour

Partially Funded

  • Applicants selected under the Partially Funded category will only need to provide their travel expenses; the rest of the perks and benefits are the same as those of the Fully Funded

Eligibility Criteria

  • YPF Australia is open to all nationals
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply
  • Applicants, regardless of academic background or profession, can apply
  • No Language test requirement
  • Excellent command of the English language, both verbal and spoken
  • Demonstrate interest in leadership, community development, & Diplomacy

Programme Themes

The YPF Australia revolves around the following exciting themes:

  1. Leadership with Purpose
  2. Strengthen Communication & Confidence
  3. Global Understanding through Diplomacy
  4. Encourage Innovation and Social Impact
  5. Create a Network of Ethical Leaders

Important Dates

  • Application Closes: 5th December 2025
  • Result Announcement: December 15th, 2025
  • Dispatchment of Invitation Letters: December 30th, 2025
  • Event Dates: 10-13th, February 2026

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How to Apply for the YPF Australia 2026?

The application process is online through the official portal mentioned below. The program requires an application processing fee of $22 (USD). For more details and to apply, visit the official link below.

APPLY FOR YPF MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA 2026

Previous Programme:

The Young Professional Global Network has previously delivered multiple international programs in various countries. Check the list below to know about the programmes