Motwani Jadeja Global Leaders at Davos 2027 Program – MJF

Davos 2027

Motwani Jadeja Global Leaders at Davos 2027 Program

The Motwani Jadeja Global Leaders at Davos 2027 Program is an initiative designed to identify and support a select group of exceptional young leaders from India, providing them with the opportunity to engage with global decision-makers, thought leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators in Davos, Switzerland during January 2027.

Through curated sessions, networking opportunities, interactive discussions, and pre-Davos knowledge sessions, participants will gain exposure to emerging trends in technology, policy, business, and global affairs, while bringing their own perspectives and experiences to conversations shaping India and the world.

The program aims to strengthen India's presence on the global stage by connecting a new generation of Indian leaders with international networks and ideas, and by creating opportunities for meaningful collaboration across technology, entrepreneurship, investment, policy, and social impact.

Applications Closed

Program Highlights

Access to the Motwani Jadeja Ecosystem in Davos

Participants will gain access to the Motwani Jadeja ecosystem in Davos during the week, including curated networking opportunities, roundtable discussions, panels, and other engagements.

Pre-Davos Knowledge & Immersion

Selected participants will be invited to participate in a series of virtual knowledge sessions and briefings between November 2026 and January 2027, designed to help them better understand the key issues, trends, and opportunities shaping global conversations.

Facilitation & On-Ground Support

The Foundation will provide guidance and on-ground support to help participants navigate the Davos experience effectively, including sharing relevant information on events and sessions and facilitating introductions where appropriate and based on relevance and availability.

Accommodation Support

The Motwani Jadeja Foundation will provide curated accommodation for selected participants in the Davos-Klosters region for the duration of the program.

Who can Apply?

The program welcomes applications from exceptional young leaders working across entrepreneurship, investment, policy, technology, and social impact, including:

Startup Founders

Founders of technology-enabled and growth-oriented startups looking to expand their global footprint, build international partnerships, or engage with global investors and stakeholders.

Investors & Ecosystem Builders

Investors, mentors, ecosystem leaders, and other professionals supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and emerging companies.

Policy Experts & Public Sector Professionals

Professionals engaged in public policy, governance, economic development, technology policy, or international collaboration.

Social Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs and organizational leaders building scalable solutions addressing challenges in areas such as education, healthcare, sustainability, livelihoods, and community development.

Applicants should demonstrate a strong record of achievement, leadership, professional excellence, or meaningful impact in their respective fields.

How to Apply?

Applications can be submitted through the online application form on this webpage. For queries, please contact programs@mitli.com.

Timeline

August 28, 2026

Applications Open

October 23, 2026, 11:59 PM Pacific Time

Due to a large number of requests, the application window has been extended for a final time

Second week of November 2026

Shortlist Announcement

Last week of November 2026

Final Announcement

December 2026 and January 2027

Virtual immersion and knowledge sessions

January 18-22, 2027

Davos Program

A Note on Participant Costs

Participants selected for the program are expected to cover their own travel to and from Davos, travel and overseas medical insurance, visas, meals, local transportation, and all other personal or incidental expenses associated with their participation. No grant, stipend, or other financial support will be provided beyond the accommodation support described above.

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Application Form

The applications for Motwani Jadeja Global Leaders program at Davos are now closed. We thank you for your interest.

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