Applications are now open for the World Forum for Democracy 2025 , an annual forum in Strasbourg, France , hosted by the Council of Europe . The three-day forum will take place from November 5 to 7, 2025, at the European Youth Centre. The youth delegation will arrive on November 2, 2025. There is no application fee, and young people from all over the world are eligible to apply for the World Forum for Democracy 2025. The 2025 theme is Democracy in Danger: How Can We Revive It? It is a unique platform where people can discuss key challenges and solutions facing democracies worldwide, highlighting and encouraging innovations in democracy. Individuals with an interest in democracy, including policymakers, civil society representatives, academics, journalists, and young people, are encouraged to apply. More details are below.
Details about the World Forum for Democracy 2025 in France
- Country : France
- Conference venue : European Youth Centre, Strasbourg
- Forum dates: November 5-7, 2025
- Number of participants : Up to 70 youth delegations
- Financial Benefits : Fully Funded
- Deadline: August 4, 2025
Financial benefits
The program covers:
- flight tickets
- Visa cost
- stay
- Meals
Arrival and departure
The youth delegation is scheduled to arrive on November 2 and depart on November 8, 2025.
Theme of the World Forum for Democracy 2025
- Democracy is in danger: How can we revive it?
The role of the youth delegation in the World Forum for Democracy
Youth participation in the World Forum for Democracy is crucial. Their ideas and contributions are valuable, giving them the opportunity to express themselves, share their opinions, propose solutions, and bring a youth perspective to all discussions.
The selected youth for the delegation will meet at the European Youth Centre in Strasbourg two days prior to the start of the forum. This time will be used to:
- Learn about the Council of Europe and its work with young people.
- Getting to know each other.
- Develop their ideas and work together.
- Preparing for the forum itself.
Eligibility criteria
- Young people from all countries are eligible.
- You must be between 18 and 30 years old.
- You must be able to communicate and work in English.
- You should be actively involved in youth organizations or other civil society organizations that focus on finding creative solutions to revive democracy.
- You must have a desire to share your experiences with democracy and help develop new ideas for its revival.
How to apply to the World Forum for Democracy 2025?
The online application link and the link to the official website are below:
- An online application form must be completed via the link below.
- Please Read the Call Document.