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About Youth Global Forum
Opportunity Details
- Date Published: September 15, 2025
- Application Deadline: November 25, 2025
- Category: Entrepreneurs
Youth Global Forum 2026 is a one-of-a-kind international gathering that brings together young changemakers from around the world to lead dialogue on the future they want to build. Organized by the Centre for Global Dialogue and Leadership (CGDL), an independent Canadian public policy institute, the forum is aligned with key European Union youth frameworks, including:
- EU Youth Strategy 2019–2027
- EU Youth Dialogue
- European Youth Work Agenda
This forum continues CGDL’s mission to empower youth through action, policy, and leadership on a global stage.
Benefits of Youth Global Forum
The Fully Funded Scholarship Covers:
- Round Trip Flight
- Shared Accommodation
- Daily Breakfast
- Invitation Letter
- Visa Support (Invitation & Guidance)
- Lunch During Forum Days
- Full Forum Access & Session Participation
- Study Visits (Parliament, Hubs)
- Top-Quality Forum Merchandise
- Certificate of Participation
- Cultural Exchange Night & Networking
- Apply for the Fully Funded YGF Scholarship
The Partially Funded Scholarship Covers:
- Everything mentioned above, except the Airfare.
The Forum Access Covers:
- Everything mentioned above, except the Airfare and Accommodation.
Youth Global Forum Requirements
- Nationality: Applicants from all around the world are eligible to apply for the Youth Global Forum 2026.
- Age Range: Open to individuals aged 16 to 45 years.
- Target Audience: Open to students, graduates, young professionals, civil society members, NGO employees, Social entrepreneurs, tech innovators, and think tank officials.
- Experience Level: No prior experience is necessary.
Application Date and Process
Candidates have to apply online and pay the Application Fee. Successful applicants will be notified directly through email.
Application Deadline
25 November, 2025
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