Merit Stars
A Community Of
Changemakers.
The Merit Stars are a vibrant community of passionate changemakers dedicated to addressing pressing local and global challenges. They are project leaders and members of organisations implementing impactful initiatives that contribute to positive social and environmental change worldwide.
What unites them is a shared commitment to growth and collaboration: a desire to scale their initiatives, a passion for continuous learning, and a motivation to share the lessons learned from their own journeys.
What Members Receive
Strengthen Your
Impact.
Membership in the Merit Stars network comes with exclusive opportunities designed to help young leaders strengthen their impact and develop professionally.
Monthly Gatherings
Exchange project updates, discuss challenges, and share best practices with fellow changemakers from around the world.
Grant + Mentorship
Access to a monthly grant of $250 and personalised mentorship to support the implementation and scaling of your initiative.
Priority Opportunities
Priority access to fully funded international opportunities shared through the network's dedicated channels.
Global Visibility
Showcase your achievements on World Merit's social channels and platform, inspiring others.
Recommendation Letters
Personalised letters that strengthen your applications for opportunities that can advance your projects, education, and career.
39
Members In The Network
$250
Monthly Grant + Mentorship
20+
Cities Worldwide
Merit Stars In Action
Real Projects,
Real People.
Where They Are
A Global
Network.
Merit Stars come from diverse regions across the globe, fostering cross-cultural learning and collaboration that lets members co-create solutions across borders.
How It Can Be Replicated
A Model Others
Can Follow.
The Merit Stars model can be replicated by any organisation working with young changemakers. By recognising and supporting active members, organisations can create a community of practice where young people are empowered to advance their projects and careers.
Establishing such a space fosters collaboration, innovation, and mutual inspiration. It is a practical way to nurture leadership, accelerate sustainable development, and ensure that youth voices remain at the forefront of change.
Become A
Merit Star.
Join a global network of changemakers scaling real impact, with a monthly grant, mentorship, and a platform to be seen.
