American Councils for International Education has announced the opening of recruitment for the Fall 2026 Ukrainian Business Leaders – Promoting Innovation and Entrepreneurship (UBL PIE) program.
Designed to strengthen Ukraine’s next generation of business leaders, UBL PIE is a fully funded professional exchange that will bring 15 mid-level entrepreneurs and innovators from across Ukraine to the United States for a three-week, individually tailored fellowship. Participants gain hands-on experience, expand professional networks, and develop practical skills to drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth at home.
Eligibility requirements include:
- Ukrainian citizenship and current residence in Ukraine
- Age 21–40 at any time during the program
- English proficiency
- Professional experience and commitment in business, entrepreneurship, innovation, social entrepreneurship, social media, or regional economic development
🗓 Application deadline: February 16, 2026
USUBC encourages its community to share this opportunity and help expand the program’s reach among emerging Ukrainian business leaders. For additional information, interested candidates may contact the UBL PIE team at ukraine-bl@americancouncils.org.
