The World Youth Forum (WYF) 2026, a transformative fully funded peace catalyst, invites global youth innovators to a dynamic leadership summit in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt. Launched in 2017 under the patronage of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, this four-day international conference unites 5,000+ delegates from 150+ countries to promote peace, harmony, and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, Strong Institutions). With a $5 million budget, it attracts 250,000+ applications, sparking 6,000+ youth-led initiatives since its inception. Delegates join a global dialogue ecosystem, forging cross-cultural networks with UN officials, Egyptian policymakers, and peers from Kenya, Jordan, Brazil, and India.
The dynamic leadership summit amplifies youth-driven advocacy, equipping delegates with diplomacy, negotiation, and innovation skills, with 70% of alumni leading community projects (WYF Report, 2024). The theme, “Youth for Global Harmony”, builds on Youth for Reviving Humanity, emphasizing conflict resolution, climate action, and digital inclusion. Delegates engage in keynote panels led by experts like Dr. Rania A. Al-Mashat, Egypt’s Minister of Planning, covering food security, human rights, and tech innovation at Sharm El-Sheikh International Congress Center. Interactive workshops and UN Model simulations enhance leadership agility.
Delegates join virtual pre-event sessions via WYF’s digital platform, exploring Egypt’s peace initiatives and SDG frameworks with 1,000+ alumni, such as mental health programs in Sudan or refugee integration in Uganda. In Sharm El-Sheikh, cultural showcases like World Youth Theatre and field trips to Ras Muhammad National Park foster global solidarity, engaging 2,000+ local stakeholders. Partnerships with UNDP, WHO, UNHCR, and Haya Karima Foundation amplify 7,500+ initiatives yearly. The summit integrates AI-driven dialogue tools, trending in youth advocacy.
Since 2017, WYF has empowered 20,000+ delegates, with cohort launching 2,500+ projects in Nigeria, Pakistan, and Colombia. Conducted in English, with Arabic translation, and a 10–15 hours weekly pre-event commitment, it ensures accessibility. The WYF Framework, rooted in youth empowerment, champions coexistence, diversity, and social justice, as recognized by the UN General Assembly. The summit aims to spark 10,000+ local solutions via a digital peace toolkit.
Join global youth innovators to ignite fully funded peace catalyst, shape harmonious futures, and drive impact with World Youth Forum 2026!
World Youth Forum in Egypt:
Host Country:
•Egypt
Program Location:
•Sharm el-Sheikh
Program Dates:
•10th-13th January
World Youth Forum Benefits:
•The selected participants will get a fully funded round airfare ticket from their nearest hubs to Egypt.
•The accommodation which includes living expenses, food, and transportation will be fully covered.
•The visa fees of the participants will be covered.
•The participants will be provided with hotel transportation to and from the Egyptian airport.
Eligibility Criteria of the World Youth Forum, Egypt:
1. Young leaders from all over the world and of any nationality can apply.
2. The personal, professional, and educational experience must be related to the event and the discussing topic.
3. There is no restriction of degree, academic background, or CGPA requirement.
4. The participants must be between 18-40 years of age.
5. Applicants must pay a USD 19 registration fee.
Required Documents for the WYF, Egypt:
1. Recommendation letter (if available).
2. Certificate of student status/Certificate of Academic degree.
3. Academic transcript (if required).
4. Proof of Language proficiency (English)/ Medium of Instruction (English).
5. CV (if required).
6. Additional Documents for Special Circumstances.
7. Copy of Valid Passport (Photo and Information Page).
8. Passport Size Photocopy (Professional photo with White Background and size less than 2 MB).
9. National ID Scan (For Egyptian Applicants).
Program Deadline:
• Registration deadline for 2025 has passed.
• Registration for 2026 is now open with a tentative deadline in December 2025!
Note:
We initiate the application process for current year as well as in advance for the next academic year to maximize your chances of success.
