Applications are now live for the 2026 cohort of NewNow Leaders.
We are looking for ten of the most trailblazing, impactful leaders from the Global South who have a demonstrable understanding and commitment to creating systemic change. Applicants must apply through the application portal below.
Candidates must:
Be aged 18 – 30*.
Be nationals of countries in the Global South.
Have demonstrated successful leadership through real and impactful initiatives.
Census jobs require employees to go door to door to obtain completed questionnaires. Pay is $25.87 per hour for enumerators (non-supervisory positions) and $31.32 per hour for crew leaders (supervisory positions), plus authorized expenses.
Invest Together in Women-led Impact returns to shine a light on innovative women & gender diverse entrepreneurs from across Canada and catalyze equity investment from values-aligned investors.
10 impact ventures will be selected to join an Investment Readiness Catalyst where your data room and overall legal preparedness will be reviewed by top global law firm, DLA Piper. In February, you will present your company and its newly strengthened materials to our cohort of accredited investors.
The investors will choose the Top 5 Ventures they will continue onto the next stage: A supported due diligence process that includes a DD coach, analyst and Spring team members that will collaborate with you to create a deal memo for your company. Venture applications close January 14th at 4:59PM PST but we will be reviewing them on a rolling basis so submit sooner to get eyes on your application before the deadline surge! https://spring.is/programs/invest-together-in-women-led-impact-2026-founders
Position: Research Consultant
Location: Remote with possibility of in-country fieldwork
Duration: 3-6 months (depending on case study)
Application window: 15 December 2025 - 15 January 2026, midnight (CET).
Deliverables
Case study report (30-40 pages).
