McCain Institute Global Leaders Program 2026

📝 About McCain Institute Global Leaders Program

Entering its fifth year, the McCain Global Leaders (MGL) program supports character-driven leaders from around the globe who embody Senator John McCain’s legacy of serving a cause greater than oneself.

Previously known as Next Generation Leaders, the McCain Institute’s leadership program has prepared individuals to lead from a place of values and ethics since 2014.

Sponsor Organization

• McCain Institute

🎁 Benefits of McCain Institute Global Leaders Program

• Participants will receive a stipend to cover incidental expenses incurred throughout the program.
• The direct costs of participation in the program (economy class travel, hotels, visas) will be fully covered by the McCain Institute.
• There will be no cost of participation other than the time commitment required to participate in programming.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Open to mid- to senior-career professionals with at least 5 years of experience.
• Must have strong English proficiency.
• Candidates should hold leadership roles, actively drive positive change, and demonstrate service orientation.
• No age or educational requirements; applicants from all countries and backgrounds are welcome.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Interested applicants can apply via the official application website.

⏳ Application Deadline

• 15 March, 2026

🔗 Application Portal

• View details of the program on the McCain Institute Global Leaders Program.
• Apply directly via the McCain Institute Global Leaders Program Application Page.

• Participants will receive a stipend meant to cover incidental expenses incurred throughout the program.
• The direct costs of participation in the program (economy class travel, hotels, visas) will be fully covered by the McCain Institute.
• There will be no cost of participation other than the time commitment that MGLs make to participate in programming.