The Swedish Institute's Impact Leaders 2025 is a prestigious leadership program designed for individuals interested in building local climate technology entrepreneurship ecosystems. The eight-week program combines online learning with a week-long summit in Stockholm. Participants will join a global network of peers, participate in interactive discussions, and gain insights from leaders in sustainable innovation and green technology in Sweden.

With a strong focus on climate technology, the 2025 edition of the Impact Leaders program encourages participants to explore how technology can address the causes and impacts of climate change. This fully funded leadership program is ideal for leaders working in accelerators, incubators, innovation hubs, or organizations that support entrepreneurship. By exchanging ideas and experiences, participants will hone their leadership skills and develop practical strategies to create sustainable change in their communities.

The Impact Champions 2025 Leadership Program brings together like-minded individuals committed to addressing global challenges through innovation and entrepreneurship. The program focuses on collaboration, creative thinking, and the importance of strong local ecosystems in finding long-term climate solutions. Impact Champions 2025 is not just a leadership program; it is a powerful platform for inspiring action and building a sustainable future.

Swedish Institute Impact Leaders 2025 | Fully Funded for Sweden:

Host country:

• Sweden

Host Organization:

• Swedish Institute

Duration and date:

• The eight-week program combines weekly virtual sessions with a week-long in-person summit in Stockholm, Sweden, scheduled for October 2025.

Components of the SI Leadership Program:

• Online communication, participation, and key training sessions
• Sweden Week, on site in October 2025 (dates to be confirmed)
• The way forward

Benefits of the Swedish Impact Leaders 2025 Program:

Participation in the Impact Leaders 2025 program is completely free. The Swedish Institute covers all major expenses, including

• Complete Learning Program
• Round-trip flights to Sweden to attend the summit on site
• Accommodation, meals, local transportation, and insurance during your stay in Sweden

Note: Participants from Saudi Arabia are required to cover their own travel and accommodation costs.

Eligibility criteria for the Swedish Impact Leaders Program 2025:

• Must be a citizen and resident of one of the 26 eligible countries.
  • Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Egypt, Estonia, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Morocco, Nigeria, Philippines, Poland, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Sweden, Thailand, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, Vietnam, Zambia
• Currently working for an organization or business that supports the growth of entrepreneurs.
• You have the authority or role to develop international partnerships for your organization.
• Have good English language skills, both spoken and written.
• Be prepared to actively participate, share knowledge, and support other participants.
• You have already identified challenges or opportunities to work on during the program, with a focus on improving your local climate tech entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Requirements specific to your organization or business:

• Must be locally owned and based in one of the eligible countries.
• Must be a supporter or plan to support entrepreneurs, especially in the field of sustainability or green innovation.
• Working with a clear focus on contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

How to apply for the Swedish Impact Leaders Program 2025:

• Only complete applications submitted through the official portal will be considered.
• The application includes eligibility questions, a motivation section, a 60-120-second video, and your most recent resume.
• Start by reviewing the application overview (PDF) to understand all the questions and prepare your answers.
• Visit the DreamApply portal and register your profile.
• Select the program “Impact Leaders 25: Enabling Climate Tech Entrepreneurship.”
• Click "Apply Now!" and fill out all required sections (listed in the menu on the left side).
• Upload your pre-recorded video and resume according to the instructions on the portal.
• Review and submit your application before the deadline.
• Once submitted, you will receive a confirmation message in your DreamApply inbox.

Application deadline: 

• April 30, 2025.