Organization: We Are Family Foundation
Program Name: Three Dot Dash
Category: Youth Leadership Program
Deadline: March 19, 2026
Eligibility: Global Teen Leaders aged 13–19 in 2026
Location: London, England
Three Dot Dash is We Are Family Foundation’s program for Global Teen Leaders who are working to solve major challenges and create a more peaceful future for people and the planet. The 2026 cycle is specifically aimed at young leaders whose initiatives focus on the environment and the climate crisis.
What the Program Offers
The official page describes Three Dot Dash as a dynamic year-long mentorship and leadership development experience. Participants attend the Just Peace Summit, receive mentorship from an expert in their field, use year-round virtual programming and development tools, and become part of an international network of changemakers that spans more than 75 countries and six continents.
Summit Details
The source states that the next Just Peace Summit will take place in London in September or October 2026. It also says that, in 2026, WAFF will host the Three Dot Dash Just Peace Summit in London in late September or early October, bringing Global Teen Leaders together in person to collaborate, strengthen leadership, and advance environmental and climate solutions.
Who Can Apply
For 2026, applicants must be between 13 and 19 years old, be actively working to make the world a better place, hold key leadership roles in social impact initiatives, create tangible impact, and be prepared to continue their projects for at least the next two years. The FAQ further clarifies that applicants who start 2026 at age 12 or who turn 20 during the year are still eligible, as long as they are between 13 and 19 at some point during 2026.
2026 Theme
The official page states that the 2026 cohort will include young changemakers leading environmental efforts. Their work may focus entirely on environmental issues or combine sustainability with areas such as education, equity, culture, creativity, health, technology, social justice, and more.
Work Stage
Three Dot Dash does not accept project ideas that have not yet started. The FAQ explicitly states that the program works with ideas in motion and with projects already producing impact. It also says that applicants’ work for 2026 must already be running and achieving results.
How the Application Works
The official process includes three parts: a Pre-Application, a Main Application, and a Nominator Form. The first stage is the Pre-Application, which is intended to confirm that the applicant meets the program requirements. Once submitted, it is reviewed by the Internal Selection Committee within one week, and approved applicants move forward to the Main Application stage.
Important Dates
Applications open on February 19, 2026, and the deadline is March 19, 2026. The Internal Selection Committee review takes place in April 2026. The External Selection Committee and final applicant interviews are scheduled for May 2026, and selected Global Teen Leaders are announced in June 2026. The source also notes that updates are sent on a rolling basis.
Financial Information
The official FAQ states that Three Dot Dash is not a scholarship, grant, or funding program. However, for selected Global Teen Leaders attending the Just Peace Summit, We Are Family Foundation pays for air or train travel, visa fees, hotel, meals, and ground travel in London. The source also explains that applicants do not need a passport or visa in order to apply, and that the organization will support selected leaders in securing the required travel documents and will cover the related costs, though it cannot guarantee the outcome.
