The Most Anticipated Youth Summit of 2026. The Applications are now open for the Youth Future Summit 2026 in Switzerland. This Forum is built on the Vision of the United Nations Summit of the Future 2024 and the World Program of Action for Youth (WPAY). Taking place in Geneva in February 2026. The Forum welcomes applicants from all around the world. The Duration of the Program is 4 Days, and it will run from 5th Feb to 8th Feb 2026. Discover the United Nations Headquarters in Geneva, CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, and popular Geneva-based policy institutions. The Youth Future Summit is offering 200 Seats with 30 Fully Funded & 40 Partially Funded Scholarships. IELTS is not required. Apply online and read more details below.
About the Youth Futures Summit 2026 in Switzerland
- Host country : Switzerland
- Location : Geneva
- Duration : 4 days
- Program dates : February 5 to February 8, 2026.
- Benefits : Fully Funded
- Scholarship deadline: November 30, 2025
Number of seats
- Total : 200
- Fully Funded : 30
- Partially Funded : 40
- Self-financing : 80
- Forum entry only : 50
Financial benefits
The fully funded scholarship covers the following:
- Round trip
- shared accommodation
- Meals
- Airport Shuttle Service
- Local transportation
- Full access to the conference
- invitation letter
- Exclusive visits to the UN headquarters, CERN, and political institutions
- Global Leadership Certificate
- Exclusive training kit and event merchandise.
The partially funded scholarship covers the following:
All mentioned except airfare.
Guaranteed Participation Categories (Direct Selection)
- Forum Access: This Category covers everything except Airfare and Accommodation. Direct selection, without going through the selection and interview process.
- Self Funded: This Category covers everything except Airfare. Direct selection, without going through the selection and interview process.
- Invitation Letter: For participants who only need official documentation, an invitation letter to support their visa application.
Youth Future Summit 2026 Goals
This program is designed to help you shape the future. You'll explore the biggest challenges facing the world, such as climate change, artificial intelligence, and how to build a more sustainable and governable world.
Geneva, Switzerland, is home to more than 200 international organizations and is globally recognized as a center for peace, science, and diplomacy. During the summit, you will visit the United Nations headquarters, the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN), and other prestigious political institutions in Geneva dedicated to humanitarian work, peace, and sustainable development.
Program focus areas
The program focuses on several key areas, including:
- Building a Sustainable Planet: Finding New Solutions for Climate Action, Renewable Energy, and Environmental Resilience.
- The AI Revolution: Examining how AI is changing work, society, and ethical decision-making.
- Global Health Frontiers: Improving Health Systems, Epidemic Preparedness, and Youth-Led Public Health Efforts.
- Fair Governance: Promoting transparency, social justice, and effective youth participation in decision-making.
- Next-Generation Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Using Creativity, Technology, and Social Enterprise to Drive Economic Change.
- Digital Future and Cyber Resilience: Understanding the future of technology and how to protect against cyber threats.
Eligibility criteria
- Nationality : Applicants from all over the world are welcome to apply to participate in the Future Youth Summit 2026 in Switzerland.
- Age: 17 to 46 years
- Background: Students, young professionals, youth leaders, entrepreneurs, and media professionals are encouraged to apply.
How to apply for the Future Youth Summit 2026?
Candidates must apply online and pay the $16.99 application fee. Successful applicants will be notified directly via email. The list of selected participants will also be announced on our Facebook and Instagram accounts.