Program Details
The Young Leaders Programme is offered at the International AIDS Conference and IAS Conference on HIV Science for young people living with HIV, young activists and young researchers to strengthen networking, research and advocacy skills.
- The programme is open to in-person registered delegates only. Young Leaders are therefore expected to already be funding their own attendance of AIDS 2026 or be a scholarship recipient.
Selection Criteria
- The programme is open to all in-person registered delegates aged 29 or under at the time of application.
- Young Leaders must have a good working knowledge of English.
- Applicants will be selected based on the strength of their application while ensuring diversity of representation.
Benefits
Young Leaders will benefit from a dedicated and tailored curriculum at and beyond. It will include:
- Meetings with leading scientists, researchers and advocates
- Innovation workshop to develop new ideas with other young people
- One-on-one career forum to discuss individual career pathways in the field of HIV
- Networking with other young people living with HIV, young activists and young researchers
Application Procedure
- To apply, please ensure that you complete and submit the online application form available through your profile no later than Monday, 18 May, at 23:59 CEST.
Application Deadline
Application Deadline: 18 May 2026
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