Dear Students,

Greetings from the Center for International Policy and Sustainability (CIPS), Canada!

We are writing to extend an official invitation to your esteemed university to encourage student participation in the Youth Future Summit 2026, taking place in Geneva, Switzerland, from February 5–8, 2026.

This global summit is organized in alignment with the United Nations’ vision of empowering youth as key stakeholders in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Summit will convene 200 young leaders from more than 100 countries, providing them with a unique platform to:

Participate in policy dialogues on education, climate action, peace, governance, and human rights.

Engage in immersive experiences at the United Nations Headquarters in Geneva and leading global policy institutions.

A fully guided visit of CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research.

Take part in interactive workshops on leadership, innovation, and youth inclusion.

Explore cultural exchange and international networking opportunities.

Key Themes of Youth Future Summit 2026

• Building a Sustainable Planet: Innovative solutions for climate action, renewable energy, and environmental resilience.

• The AI Revolution: Exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping work, society, and ethical decision-making.

• Global Health Frontiers: Strengthening health systems, pandemic preparedness, and youth-led public health initiatives.

• Equitable Governance: Promoting transparency, social justice, and meaningful youth participation in decision-making.

• Next-Gen Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Harnessing creativity, technology, and social enterprises to drive economic change.

• Digital Futures & Cyber Resilience: Protecting rights, privacy, and security in an increasingly connected world.

We are pleased to share that the Summit offers a number of Fully Funded and Partially Funded seats, alongside self-funded participation. Selected delegates will have their airfare, accommodation, meals, local transport, and visa facilitation covered depending on the category of funding awarded. Applicants from the global south will be given a priority in selection.

We kindly request your office to disseminate this opportunity among your students and encourage interested candidates to apply. The application deadline is December 5, 2025.

Application Link:

We would be grateful for your support in ensuring your students are represented on this global stage, contributing their voices to international policymaking conversations.

Attached to this email you will find the full concept note of the YFS 2026. Should you require further details, please do not hesitate to reach out

Hannah Elwood

Communications Lead,

CIPS – Center for International Policy and Sustainability

620 Lolita Gardens, Mississauga, ON L5A 3K7, Canada

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