Become a Villars Fellow
Build leadership skills to preserve our planet’s future.
Build leadership skills to preserve our planet’s future.
Become a Villars Fellow and join a new generation of leaders fighting for a healthier planet. Complete courses, tackle challenges, and earn your chance to win a fully funded trip to the Swiss Alps for the Villars Symposium in June 2026. Meet world-class experts, share your ideas, and start your journey as a leader.
Hear from last year’s fellows at the 2025 Villars Symposium.
Pick Your Mission
There is more than one way to become a Villars Fellow. Choose the pathway that inspires you most – or take on both to prove your skills.
Final Deadline: 20th March 2026
Our experts begin reviewing entries in January 2026. Submit your proposal early to find out sooner if you’ve made the shortlist.
The Villars Fellowship isn't just a trip; it’s a lifelong community for young people ready to protect our planet. You’ll dive into global challenges and build the real-world skills needed to lead. As a Fellow, you will master how to:
See the Big Picture: Understand how nature, people, and the economy are all connected.
Solve Complex Problems: Learn to spot the root causes of global issues.
Drive Real Change: Collaborate with others to turn big ideas into actual solutions.