Events & Live Sessions
Global Leadership Dialogue 2027 — Budapest (Fully Funded)
A fully funded international leadership dialogue in Budapest, Hungary, bringing together young leaders from around the world. Fully funded seats include round-trip airfare, accommodation, full access to every session, workshop, and networking event. Open to applicants aged 16+ from all nationalities. The dialogue focuses on global leadership, policy innovation, and cross-cultural collaboration. Application deadline: January 20, 2027.
European Youth Assembly 2027 — Amsterdam (Fully Funded)
Europe's largest international youth conference in Amsterdam, Netherlands. 30 Fully Funded and 20 Partially Funded seats plus Free Assembly Passes. The Fully Funded scholarship covers international round-trip airfare support, hotel accommodation in Amsterdam, breakfast, visa invitation and visa support, meals and coffee breaks, full access to EYA sessions, and certificate of participation. Open to applicants aged 17–47 from all countries. Application deadline: December 20, 2026.
Future Diplomats Forum 2027 — Geneva (Fully Funded)
A fully funded youth forum in Europe hosted by HISA in Geneva, Switzerland. 250 scholarships across three tiers — one application covers all categories. The Fully Funded scholarship includes international roundtrip airfare, 4-star shared accommodation, official visa invitation letter, comprehensive visa support, visa application documents checklist, proof of accommodation, embassy coordination, summit meals & daily breakfast, airport transfers, inter-city transport, full forum & networking access, certification, and merchandise. Application deadline: November 10, 2026.
Istanbul Youth Summit 2027 — Türkiye (Fully Funded)
A premier international youth platform empowering young leaders to address global challenges through innovation, collaboration, and transformative leadership. Organized by Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) Foundation. Features a Social Project Competition where delegates propose creative initiatives to solve global issues. Fully Funded seats cover accommodation, airport transfers, meals, certificates, and awards. Open to ages 15–40, all nationalities. 200 delegate quota. Theme: Collaboration in Diversity. Registration deadline approaching soon — apply now!
Youth Global Forum 2027 — Paris (Fully Funded)
A premier international youth forum bringing 250 participants to Paris, France. 30 Fully Funded and 40 Partially Funded seats available. The Fully Funded scholarship covers international airfare support, accommodation, meals, full summit participation, workshops, institutional visits, conference materials, certificate, and Visa Invitation Letter & Support. Open to young leaders worldwide. Application deadline: November 18, 2026.
Youth Action Summit 2027 — Berlin (Fully Funded)
A fully funded international youth conference in Berlin, Germany. 50 Fully Funded scholarships covering round-trip airfare, shared 4-star accommodation, visa support & official invitation letter, visa fee reimbursement, embassy coordination, visa documentation checklist, institutional visits, access to all summit sessions & workshops, networking events, summit meals, official certification, delegate kit & merchandise, and speaking opportunities. Theme: Engaging Youth in Democracy & Governance. Delegates from 125+ countries. Application deadline: October 5, 2026.
SDG Innovation Summit Malaysia 2026 (Fully Funded)
A fully funded international youth summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, bringing together 100 young leaders to innovate around the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The summit focuses on youth-driven solutions for global challenges including climate action, quality education, gender equality, and sustainable communities. Open to applicants from all nationalities. Application deadline: October 10, 2026.
One Young World Summit 2026 — Cape Town (Leading Scholarship)
The world's premier forum for young leaders, returning to Africa for the first time since Johannesburg 2013. Cape Town hosts the Summit in November 2026, honoring the legacy of the Soweto Youth Uprising and celebrating young leaders shaping our future. The Leading Scholarship gives outstanding young leaders an opportunity to attend the Summit fully funded, covering accommodation, travel, summit access, and networking with global leaders, Nobel laureates, and heads of state. Application deadline: October 31, 2026.
UNESCO Youth Forum — 14th Edition
The UNESCO Youth Forum provides young people with a space to engage in discussion, debate pressing issues, and share recommendations and solutions with UNESCO Member States during the General Conference. It is a premier platform for youth diplomacy, policy, and global governance, connecting the next generation with international decision-making. The Forum produces real policy outcomes, youth declarations, and frameworks. Open to young leaders, policymakers, and changemakers from across the globe.
WHO Youth Council 2026–2028 — Call for Expressions of Interest
The World Health Organization (WHO) Youth Council fosters meaningful youth engagement within the WHO, leveraging the insights and expertise of diverse young people to influence global health policy. Youth-led and youth-focused organizations from around the world are invited to express interest in serving on the Council for the 2026–2028 term. Members play a direct role in shaping WHO youth health strategies, advocacy, and global health initiatives. Open to youth organizations worldwide.
Africa Entrepreneurship Conference (AEC)
A pioneering annual platform dedicated to advancing entrepreneurship research, practice, and policy across Africa. Submissions and registrations now open for the 2026 edition.
UNITAR UN Young Leaders Online Training Programme
A 4-week online training programme by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), specifically designed for global youth. Participants gain first-hand experience of the United Nations and develop essential negotiation, communication, and leadership skills across cultures. Modules cover the United Nations, Conference Diplomacy, and Leadership Skills. Self-paced e-learning requiring 4–6 hours per week. Open to university students, aspiring young leaders, and junior professionals worldwide. Multiple editions throughout the year.
Call for Applications: Mandela Washington Fellowship
Flagship program of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI). 6 weeks of leadership and professional development in the US for young African leaders (18-35).
Harvard Free Online Courses — CS50 & 125+ Courses with Certificate
Harvard University offers 125+ free online courses with certificates through Harvard Online and edX. Flagship course CS50 (Introduction to Computer Science) is one of Harvard's most popular courses, entirely free with a free certificate of completion. Other courses cover leadership, data science, business, entrepreneurship, public health, rhetoric, justice, and more. Free audit learning with option to earn verified certificates. Open to everyone worldwide, no prerequisites for most courses. Self-paced learning from Harvard faculty.
International Youth Conference 14 (IYC14) — New York
The world's premier platform for youth diplomacy, policy, and global governance, held during UNGA81 High-Level Week in New York City. Hybrid format (in-person and virtual) connecting young leaders from 186+ countries with the halls of international power. Theme: Youth and the Future of Global Governance. Organized by the International Organization of Youth (IOY) with a seat at UNGA, HLPF, ECOSOC, and CSW. Official invitation letters available for visa and institutional applications. Registration open for in-person and online participation.
Right Here Right Now Global Climate Summit — Global Youth Summit
A 24-hour global gathering on climate action, tech innovation and human rights. The Global Youth Summit takes place June 5, 2026. Free registration open to young leaders worldwide.
Fulbright Scholarship for Graduate Studies in the US
Full scholarship program to pursue a Master's or PhD at a US university. Open to citizens of eligible countries. Application deadline approaching.