Join global youth to drive change, build skills, and experience Madrid’s vibrant culture.
“Leading the Future: Dialogue, Action, and Impact in an Age of Uncertainty”
Youth Global Forum 2026 is not your typical conference. It blends high-level policy conversations with real-world experiences, cultural exchange, and deep collaboration.
Experience Spain’s vibrant culture while connecting with changemakers from over 100 countries through interactive networking sessions and cultural showcases.
Meet distinguished diplomats, influential policymakers, and global experts to understand how international cooperation shapes today’s most pressing global agendas.
Pitch your community project idea for a chance to win up to $1,000 in seed funding and mentorship to turn your vision into real impact.
Young delegates take the stage to discuss global challenges, share perspectives, and propose actionable policy ideas that matter to their communities.
Hands-on sessions where participants develop leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills — turning creative ideas into practical solutions.
Step into the shoes of global decision-makers in a high-energy policy simulation that mirrors real-world diplomacy and international negotiation.
We welcome young leaders aged 16–45 from every part of the world, including:
Join global youth to drive change, build skills, and experience Madrid’s vibrant culture.
Every international forum we host leaves a carbon footprint. To help offset this impact, the Youth Global Forum 2026 is launching the Climate Action Grant.
One delegate will receive up to $1,000 for the most innovative climate project idea, pitched during the forum. This initiative turns our footprint into opportunity — empowering youth to take real action against climate change.