Young Leaders Programme Participant ·International AIDS Society

Overview

The AIDS 2026 Young Leaders Programme offers support to young people engaged in HIV-related work, strengthening their skills in research, advocacy, networking, and leadership within the global HIV response.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be aged 29 or under at the time of the conference.
• Applicants must be registered to attend AIDS 2026 in person.
• The programme is open to:
  • Young people living with HIV
  • Young HIV activists and advocates
  • Early-career researchers working in HIV or related fields

Benefits

• Engagement with leading global experts, including scientists, researchers, advocates, and IAS leadership.
• Participation in an innovation workshop.
• A one-on-one career forum for personalized career guidance.
• Structured networking opportunities with peers.

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the official AIDS 2026 conference platform. Ensure you are registered for the conference and complete your application within the designated submission period. For further inquiries, you can contact the programme team via email at YouthHub@iasociety.org.

Deadline

• Applications open: May 4, 2026
• Applications close: May 18, 2026