The largest gathering of youth leaders will be held in the heart of the Netherlands, Amsterdam . 400 participants from all over the world will gather at the Mercure Amsterdam City Hotel , Amsterdam. Applications are open for the Youth Vision Assembly 2025. It is a fully-funded international youth forum hosted by the Center for Diplomatic Advancement (CDA) . The program will last for 5 days. The Youth Vision Assembly (YVA) will take place from 19 to 23 September 2025. The program aims to develop skills in education, diplomacy, policymaking, and sustainability. It empowers future leaders with the knowledge, networks, and tools to create meaningful change in their communities. Therefore, students and young professionals are encouraged to apply. Selected delegates will receive a formal invitation letter for the visa process.

Details about the Youth Vision 2025 Association in the Netherlands

• Host country : Netherlands
• Location : Amsterdam
• Forum dates : September 19-23, 2025
• Hosted by : Center for Diplomatic Progress (CDA)
• Benefits : Fully Funded
• Deadline: June 25, 2025

Number of seats

There are 400 seats in total, divided into four different categories.

• Fully funded seats : 100
• Partially funded seats : 150
• Number of seats to enter the forum : 100
• Self-funded seats : 50

Benefits and Advantages (Scholarships)

Benefits and privileges are divided by category. Details are below.

• Fully Funded Scholarship : Applicants will receive round-trip airfare, accommodation, conference access, visa support, invitation letter, meals, and conference kits.
• Partially Funded Scholarship : Applicants will receive accommodation, conference attendance, visa support, an invitation letter, meals, and conference supplies. must cover their own travel costs (flight tickets and visa costs).
• Forum Entry Only : Applicants are allowed to enter the forum only. They must cover their own travel, accommodation, and meal costs.
• Self-Funded Applicants : Those who are unable to secure the scholarship can apply for the self-funded category.

Guaranteed place at Youth Vision Association, Netherlands

If you would like a guaranteed place without having to go through a selection process, please register here and choose the “Self-Funded” category. This is the easiest option.

Get an invitation letter for the Netherlands visa process

If you only need an invitation letter for your visa application, please obtain it from this link and select “Invitation Letter.” The purpose is to obtain a visa and travel.

Eligibility criteria

• Age Requirements : You must be between 18-45 years old.
• Open to : Students, professionals, activists, and young changemakers from all fields.
• Demonstrate Passion : Must demonstrate a commitment to leadership, innovation, and creating a positive impact.
• Language Proficiency : Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Availability : Must be available to attend in Amsterdam from 19 to 23 September 2025.
• Background : No specific academic or professional background is required.

Previous CDA Events

The CDA has successfully hosted previous events in Portugal, Turkey, and Brussels. You can view all of the association's previous programs .

How to apply to the Dutch Youth Vision 2025?

Applicants must apply online through the official website. Applicants are required to pay a fee of $16 to successfully submit their application. The official website link is below. Apply now  for more opportunities.