📢 Fully funded applications for European Youth Summit 2026 (5–8 June, Geneva) are CLOSED. Apply now for Invitation Letter, Forum Access and Self Funded seats! 🇨🇭
The European Youth Summit 2026 brings together young visionaries, changemakers, and future leaders from across Europe and globe for four transformative days in Geneva, Switzerland. Join this premier international gathering designed to empower youth through diplomatic engagement, leadership development, and cross-cultural collaboration.
The European Youth Summit 2026 brings together young visionaries, changemakers, and future leaders from across Europe and globe for four transformative days in Geneva, Switzerland. Join this premier international gathering designed to empower youth through diplomatic engagement, leadership development, and cross-cultural collaboration.
This is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to lead, learn, and inspire in the heart of European diplomacy.
A transformative platform where European innovation meets global perspective. Connect with youth leaders, diplomatic professionals, and international experts while building networks that transcend borders in the diplomatic capital of Europe.
Amplify youth voices in European dialogue and policy-making
Encourage cooperation among emerging European changemakers
Create understanding between diverse European cultures and beyond
Develop youth-driven recommendations for European challenges and opportunities
The European Youth Summit 2026 is open to everyone, regardless of background or experience.
Eligibility Criteria:
18 to 50 years
All educational backgrounds
Anyone passionate about global issues
No minimum experience required
The Summit welcomes diverse voices and encourages applications from anyone eager to contribute to global dialogue and leadership.
To avail any-one scholarship out of the above mentioned, applicant will have to submit its application for Fully Funded category.
Choose the category that fits your journey and join us in Geneva for this impactful diplomatic experience.
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Complete the online application form
Results announced March 30th, 2026
Product Manager | Fintech and Capital markets | (CAPM)® | Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Founder, PrimePressPro | AI Visibility, AEO and Digital PR | Helping Businesses Build Trust Across Google and AI Search | International Business Student | Global Youth Catalyst
Director, Negotiation Council Geneva | Ph.D. in International Law
Translator | Interpreter | Bridging Language & Diplomacy | Global Affairs & Public Policy Focus
Product Designer (UX/UI) | European Youth Summit Delegate ’26 | Global Advocacy
University of Chemistry and Technology in Prague (UCT Prague). University of Chemistry and Technology in Prague (UCT Prague)
CFP Candidate | Financial Planning & Wealth Management Student | FPA President
Political Science & International Relations Student | Programs Director | Young Leader
Solutions Architect @ Botpress
Health Coordinator at Special Olympics Germany | Global Health, Msc.
Speakers and facilitators included Ms. Özge Aydoğan (Director, Beyond Lab, UNOG), Ambassador Miroslav Papa (Permanent Observer of the Council of Europe to the UN in Geneva), Ms. Haley McClain Hill, Mr. Tim van Doorne (GICHD), Ms. Marzia Marastoni (Negotiation Council Geneva), Mr. Elio Azar (Principles for Peace), and Ms. Marianne Antunes (Geneva Graduate Institute).
Delegates adopted the EYS 2026 Summit Declaration, a shared statement of commitments on diplomacy, peacebuilding, and international cooperation, and joined a global CDA network spanning 120+ countries.
Yes! All participants receive an official graduation certification from CDA.
