Despite significant progress in medical improvements in recent decades, disparities in global healthcare and access to essential medicines still persist, with billions around the globe still unable to receive the vital medical attention needed. The recent World Health Statistics report has shown that we are off track to achieve at least three significant targets by 2025, including the universal health coverage (UHC), health emergencies preparedness, and healthier populations “Triple Billion” targets. We must act quickly to respond to the changing healthcare landscape and ensure equitable access for all.
At Sandoz, we are committed to advocating for a future where every individual has access to affordable, high-quality medicines. As the world’s leading provider of off-patent medicines, we play a major role in keeping healthcare systems and budgets sustainable. We understand that, in order to close these gaps in care and ensure access to essential treatments for all, it is critical that we embrace innovation and systems-wide solutions.
This is why we’re proud to support the Sandoz Scholarships 2025 in partnership with One Young World, bringing together an interdisciplinary cohort of 5 outstanding young leaders to attend the One Young World Summit in Munich, Germany on 3 - 6 November 2025 as part of the global Sandoz delegation.
The scholarship is intended for young leaders who are tackling systemic barriers to healthcare access or creating innovative solutions to promote equitable access to healthcare and medication in their communities, countries, or the world at large.
Examples of relevant work may include:
- Innovative digital or AI-driven platforms to reach underserved communities with limited physical healthcare or pharmaceutical facilities;
- Cutting-edge supply-chain solutions to distribute essential medications in remote and rural areas;
- Community-based healthcare education and training programmes in underserved communities;
- Advocacy for critical policy changes that make healthcare and medications more affordable and accessible.