Applications are now open for the 2025 Youth Economic Security Forum in Istanbul, Turkey. This is a fully funded international forum taking place at Istanbul University, Turkey, from August 17, 2025, to August 19, 2025. The conference will last for 3 days. The programme aims to understand economics through security. The Youth Economic Security Forum is a gathering of young professionals, economists, and policymakers. They will discuss important economic issues and growth opportunities. The main goal is to empower future leaders by discussing how globalisation, regional changes, and long-term economic development impact us. Participants will stay and attend the conference at the Rectorate Building at Istanbul University. Below are more details about Istanbul University, the YES Forum requirements, and the application process.
Details about the Youth Forum for Economic Security 2025 in Istanbul, Türkiye
- Host country: Turkey
- Location: Istanbul
- Forum dates: August 17-19, 2025
- Duration: 3 days
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Organised by: Center for International Political Economy (CIPE)
- Deadline: July 16, 2025
Financial benefits
The programme covers:
- Airline and travel ticket support
- invitation letter
- Meals
- stay
- Custom Merchandise Forum
- Project companion
- Field visits
- Certificate of Participation
- Training opportunity at CIPE
- Scholarship for a 10-week virtual course
- graduate badge
Why Istanbul University?
The Youth Forum for Economic Security will be held at the Rectorate Building of Istanbul University, one of the oldest historical buildings and the oldest university in Türkiye.
The Istanbul University Rectorate building was formerly part of the Ottoman Ministry of War during the late Ottoman period.
Past events organized by the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE)
- YEF Jakarta
- YEF Dubai
- YEF Istanbul
Program units
- Foundations of Economic Security: A 21st Century Imperative
- Food security and climate adaptation
- Financial Systems and Global Stability: Risks and Opportunities
- FinTech and the Future of Economic Sovereignty
- Tourism, Culture, and Soft Economic Security: North-South Cooperation
- Supply chains, sanctions, and economic governance
Eligibility criteria
- The forum is open to all citizens.
- Applicants with any academic background can apply.
- The YES Forum is open to young professionals, students, and emerging leaders in economics, public policy, and related fields.
- Individuals between the ages of 16 and 45 with an interest in economic development and policymaking are encouraged to apply.
- An IELTS certificate is not required.
How to apply to the Youth Forum for Economic Security 2025?
Applicants must apply online through the official website. The application fee is a nominal $16.99. The official website link is below.