World Economic Forum Young Global Leaders Class of 2027: Eligibility, Nomination Process, Criteria, and Deadline
Category
Fellowships
Posted
March 27, 2026
The World Economic Forum's Young Global Leaders Class of 2027 will recognise just 100 outstanding individuals from thousands of global candidates who are already making a significant impact in their fields.
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- To nominate a new candidate for the Young Global Leaders community, eligible members and partners must use the official nomination form.
- For any questions related to the nomination process, the organizers encourage interested parties to contact them via email.
- The Young Global Leaders Class of 2027 represents a highly selective opportunity for exceptional leaders across business, government, civil society, academia, media, culture, and innovation. With only 100 individuals selected each year, the process is competitive and designed to identify people who combine achievement with purpose, collaboration, and global thinking.