International Water Association LeaP Leadership Programme for Young Water Professionals (IWA)

Who can apply: Young Water Professionals aged 18-35 at programme's conclusion; proficient English; must have held active IWA membership for at least one year; must demonstrate leadership experience/capacity in the water sector. Length: Approximately 2 years (recent cohort: 2026-2028). Financial support aimed at removing economic barriers to participation; covers travel expenses to an immersive leadership retreat and to the IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition (2026 edition in Glasgow, Scotland). Field: Global WASH / Water Sector Leadership. Deadline: Most recent cohort deadline was 12 June 2026; verify current-year deadline on IWA site.