Kectil Program 2027 for Young Leaders

Overview

The Kectil Program 2027 is a year-long leadership programme for young people aged 17 to 26 who live in a developing country. It describes itself as a global movement that backs participants' drive with resources and mentorship. Over ten years, more than 14,000 youth leaders from over 100 countries have been accepted into the programme, forming the Kectil ecosystem.

The programme is aimed at leaders, visionaries, innovators and high-potential changemakers who are passionate about advancement and want to be trained to lead in their communities.

What you get

Participants can earn merit-based awards depending on their performance through the year-long 2027 curriculum. The Certificate of Superior Performance is reserved for top global performers who consistently excel in assignments, discussions and module challenges and show extraordinary leadership, innovation and community impact. The Certificate of Excellence goes to high-achieving participants who consistently excel in assignments, discussions and module challenges. The Certificate of Participation is awarded to participants who complete some of the core programme requirements.

Top global performers may also be offered roles as regional coordinators for Kectil Regional Groups, or direct mentorship pairings with well-known industry leaders.

Who can apply

Applicants should be leaders, visionaries, innovators or high-potential changemakers who are passionate about advancement. They must be aged 17 to 26 and living in a developing country.

How to apply

Applications are submitted online.

Key dates

The application deadline is November 15, 2026. The curriculum runs through 2027.