From climate change to food insecurity to healthcare access, it’s likely that young people will be tasked with solving the world’s most pressing problems.
Rise, an initiative of Schmidt Futures and Rhodes Trust, is on a mission to bring their ideas to fruition. As the anchor of a $1 billion philanthropic commitment from Eric and Wendy Schmidt, the program finds and supports exceptional young leaders, equipping them with a lifetime of resources.
Each year, tens of thousands of young people worldwide aged 15-17 apply to the Rise Challenge to advance brilliant ideas to serve others and build a better world. After rigorous review, 100 Winners are selected to receive access to need-based scholarships, mentorship, career development opportunities and potential funding for their projects. They also gain a global network of peers to collaborate with now and in the future.
Below, meet three Rise Global Winners who are addressing critical issues with barrier-breaking solutions.
By Jessica Militare | Illustrations By Alexis Franklin