Reckitt, in collaboration with One Young World, invites young innovators to apply for the 2025 Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6. This initiative supports youth-led solutions addressing global challenges in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). The goal is to accelerate progress toward universal WASH access by 2030, especially for vulnerable populations like women, girls, and children. The challenge seeks impactful, scalable innovations that can drive measurable change and promote a sustainable ecosystem for clean water and hygiene access worldwide.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicant must be aged 18–30.
- Solution must be aligned with SDG 6 indicators.
- Initiative should be youth-led, currently being piloted, implemented, or scaled.
- Applicants must demonstrate a clear implementation plan, measurable impact, and a scalable, financially viable business model.
- Preference for projects with a focus on digital technology, AI, hygiene education, water recycling, and support for women, girls, and children.
Benefits:
- $50,000 grant from Reckitt to scale your solution.
- Sponsorship to attend the One Young World Summit 2025.
- 12 months of tailored mentorship from Reckitt professionals, aligned with your organization’s unique needs.
- Opportunity to become part of a global network of innovators and past SDG 6 challenge awardees.
How to Apply:
Visit the Lead2030 Challenge platform on One Young World’s website.
Application Deadline:
Monday May 26, 2025
If you’re a young changemaker with a proven, innovative solution that tackles WASH challenges—especially one that empowers children, women, or girls—this is your moment. Join a powerful network of global leaders, access funding and mentorship, and scale your impact to help achieve SDG 6 by 2030. Apply now and be the force for sustainable, life-changing access to water, sanitation, and hygiene.
