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Youth Forum on UN Global Goals 2026 in Geneva, Switzerland (YFGG)

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Location
Switzerland
Opportunity type
scholarship
Published
August 21, 2026

Quick summary

Call for the applications for the Youth Forum on UN Global Goals 2026. The forum will take place in Geneva, Switzerland. The program will run from December 14 to 17, 2026. It is a four-day, in-person program. Young people from all nationalities can apply. Applicants must be between 15 and 45 years old. The forum focuses on sustainable development, peace, leadership, and global cooperation. The Council for Global Affairs & Development (CGAD) organizes the forum.

Eligibility: Open to all nationalities Categories and Benefits of Youth Forum on Global Goals 2026: Fully Funded (Seats: 15) – Application Fee: $15.99 Airfare support Twin-shared accommodation Stamped visa invitation letter Meals during the forum Forum materials and delegate kit Cultural exchange activities Speaking opportunity Access to workshops and sessions One institutional visit to the UN, WTO, WHO, or CERN, subject to confirmation

How to apply: for the Youth Forum on Global Goals 2026: First visit the official website, Read the complete details. Then visit the official YFGG application portal. Read compelte Complete the online application form. Provide the required information about your background and motivation.

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Call for the applications for the Youth Forum on UN Global Goals 2026. The forum will take place in Geneva, Switzerland. The program will run from December 14 to 17, 2026. It is a four-day, in-person program. Young people from all nationalities can apply. Applicants must be between 15 and 45 years old. The forum focuses on sustainable development, peace, leadership, and global cooperation.

The Council for Global Affairs & Development (CGAD) organizes the forum. It is an independent international youth event. It is inspired by the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, it is not an official United Nations event. Participants will join workshops, panel discussions, networking sessions, and cultural activities. They will also learn about peacebuilding, mediation, diplomacy, and youth-led development.

YFGG 2026 offers 80 scholarship seats in three categories. These include 15 Fully Funded, 15 Partially Funded, and 50 Forum Access seats. The Fully Funded category provides airfare support, shared accommodation, meals, forum access, and other program benefits. The scholarship application fee is $15.99 and is non-refundable. Paying the fee does not guarantee selection.

Quick overview of the Youth Forum on Global Goals 2026 in Geneva, Switzerland (YFGG)

Host Country: Switzerland

Location: Geneva

Forum Dates: December 14–17, 2026

Duration: 4 Days

Format: In-person

Organizer: Council for Global Affairs & Development (CGAD)

Age Limit: 15–45 years

Eligibility: Open to all nationalities

Categories and Benefits of Youth Forum on Global Goals 2026

  • Fully Funded (Seats: 15) – Application Fee: $15.99

Airfare support

Twin-shared accommodation

Stamped visa invitation letter

Meals during the forum

Forum materials and delegate kit

Cultural exchange activities

Speaking opportunity

Access to workshops and sessions

One institutional visit to the UN, WTO, WHO, or CERN, subject to confirmation

Official CGAD certificate

Important: The organizer describes the travel benefit as airfare support. Full international airfare is not guaranteed.

  • Partially Funded (Seats: 15) – Application Fee: $15.99

Twin-shared accommodation

Stamped visa invitation letter

Meals during the forum

Forum materials and delegate kit

Cultural exchange activities

Speaking opportunity

Access to workshops and sessions

One institutional visit to the UN, WTO, WHO, or CERN, subject to confirmation

Official CGAD certificate

  • Funded Forum Access (50 Seats) (Application Fee: $15.99)

Stamped visa invitation letter

Meals during the forum

Forum materials and delegate kit

Cultural exchange activities

Global networking opportunities

Access to workshops and sessions

One institutional visit to the UN, WTO, WHO, or CERN, subject to confirmation

Official CGAD certificate

  • Self-Funded (Seats: 40) – Fee: $849

The package includes forum registration, twin-shared accommodation, visa invitation letter, meals, speaking opportunity, forum materials, cultural activities, workshops and sessions, an institutional visit, and an official CGAD certificate.

  • Forum Access (Passes: 40) – Fee: $449

The package includes access to forum sessions, visa invitation letter, panel discussions, speaking opportunities, networking, meals, cultural activities, an institutional visit, and an official CGAD certificate.

  • Invitation Letter – Fee: $99

This is a standalone service that includes a stamped CGAD invitation letter, official confirmation letter, confirmation email to the embassy, visa application guidance, and an option to upgrade to a full package.

Eligibility Criteria for Youth Forum on Global Goals 2026

Candidates must be 15 to 45 years old.

Applicants can be from any nationality.

The applicant can be a student, researcher, professional, entrepreneur, activist, youth leader, policymaker, lawyer, or judge.

The candidates can come from any educational or professional background.

No specific academic qualification or field of study is required.

You hould have an interest in SDGs, sustainable development, peace, diplomacy, mediation, or global cooperation.

How to Apply for the Youth Forum on Global Goals 2026

First visit the official website, Read the complete details.

Then visit the official YFGG application portal. Read compelte

Complete the online application form.

Provide the required information about your background and motivation.

Pay the $15.99 non-refundable application fee.

Submit your application online.

Apply Now Official Link

Eligibility

Open to all nationalities

Categories and Benefits of Youth Forum on Global Goals 2026

  • Fully Funded (Seats: 15) – Application Fee: $15.99

Airfare support

Twin-shared accommodation

Stamped visa invitation letter

Meals during the forum

Forum materials and delegate kit

Cultural exchange activities

Speaking opportunity

Access to workshops and sessions

One institutional visit to the UN, WTO, WHO, or CERN, subject to confirmation

Official CGAD certificate

Important: The organizer describes the travel benefit as airfare support. Full international airfare is not guaranteed.

  • Partially Funded (Seats: 15) – Application Fee: $15.99

Twin-shared accommodation

Stamped visa invitation letter

Meals during the forum

Forum materials and delegate kit

Cultural exchange activities

Speaking opportunity

Access to workshops and sessions

One institutional visit to the UN, WTO, WHO, or CERN, subject to confirmation

Official CGAD certificate

  • Funded Forum Access (50 Seats) (Application Fee: $15.99)

Stamped visa invitation letter

Meals during the forum

Forum materials and delegate kit

Cultural exchange activities

Global networking opportunities

Access to workshops and sessions

One institutional visit to the UN, WTO, WHO, or CERN, subject to confirmation

Official CGAD certificate

  • Self-Funded (Seats: 40) – Fee: $849

The package includes forum registration, twin-shared accommodation, visa invitation letter, meals, speaking opportunity, forum materials, cultural activities, workshops and sessions, an institutional visit, and an official CGAD certificate.

  • Forum Access (Passes: 40) – Fee: $449

The package includes access to forum sessions, visa invitation letter, panel discussions, speaking opportunities, networking, meals, cultural activities, an institutional visit, and an official CGAD certificate.

  • Invitation Letter – Fee: $99

This is a standalone service that includes a stamped CGAD invitation letter, official confirmation letter, confirmation email to the embassy, visa application guidance, and an option to upgrade to a full package.

Criteria for Youth Forum on Global Goals 2026

Candidates must be 15 to 45 years old. Applicants can be from any nationality. The applicant can be a student, researcher, professional, entrepreneur, activist, youth leader, policymaker, lawyer, or judge. The candidates can come from any educational or professional background. No specific academic qualification or field of study is required. You hould have an interest in SDGs, sustainable development, peace, diplomacy, mediation, or global cooperation.

How to apply

for the Youth Forum on Global Goals 2026

First visit the official website, Read the complete details.

Then visit the official YFGG application portal. Read compelte

Complete the online application form. Provide the required information about your background and motivation. Pay the $15.99 non-refundable application fee. Submit your application online.

Apply Now Official Link

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