Are you passionate about climate action and dreaming of seeing the Northern Lights? Here’s your chance! Applications are now open for the HKH Arctic Youth Leadership Forum 2025 in Reykjavik, Iceland — a fully funded international youth program that brings together young changemakers from the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) and Arctic regions.
Organized by ICIMOD and Arctic Circle, this unique program aims to empower youth leaders tackling the urgent challenges of climate change in the world’s most climate-sensitive regions. The Arctic is warming nearly 4x faster than the global average, while the HKH region is warming at twice the rate — both with major implications for our future.
This forum provides an opportunity for 12 passionate youth to collaborate, learn, and lead climate initiatives across borders. All expenses — including travel, accommodation, and participation — are fully covered.
Program Details
- Host Country: Iceland
- Location: Reykjavik
- Dates: October 2025
- Organized by: ICIMOD & Arctic Circle
- Program Format: One-year virtual engagement + in-person event in Iceland
- Number of Participants: 12
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 12th August 2025
What the Fellowship Covers
- Round-trip airfare
- Accommodation in Iceland
- Program materials and participation costs
Eligible Regions & Countries
HKH Region Countries:
- Afghanistan
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- China
- India
- Myanmar
- Nepal
- Pakistan
Arctic Region Countries:
- Canada
- Denmark (Greenland)
- Finland
- Iceland
- Norway
- Russia
- Sweden
- United States (Alaska)
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must:
- Be aged between 19 and 35 years old
- Be a citizen of a listed HKH or Arctic country
- Be actively involved in a youth organization or climate/environmental project
- Show strong interest in climate issues in the Arctic and/or HKH
- Demonstrate leadership skills and volunteer experience
- Be available for 4–7 hours/month over a one-year period
- Have stable internet and a laptop for virtual sessions
- Hold a valid passport (valid at least 6 months beyond October 2025)
Required Documents
- CV or Resume
- Personal Statement
- Letter of Endorsement
- Passport Scan
- 2-Minute Video Pitch
How to Apply?
Apply through the official ICIMOD website via the link below:
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