Youth Democracy Summit

Position: Youth Democracy Summit 2026
Young changemakers want a transformative experience in Rome? while making an impact? Pack your bags because Italy is hosting a fully funded conference designed for you! The  Center for International Policy and Sustainability  is pleased to announce the call for applications for its  flagship Youth Democracy Summit 2026, to be held in Rome from October 1-4, 2026.  It’s a 4-day, fully funded, immersive conference that brings together 300 young leaders from all 5 continents to engage in high-level policy dialogue, leadership development, and policy making focused on governance and global cooperation.

What’s exciting about this international conference is that it offers  300 seats, of which 120 seats are reserved for the scholarship category, which provides travel support, accommodation, and other benefits.  The four-day conference features intensive workshops and seminars, followed by an exclusive trip to the United Nations FAO headquarters in Rome. This is your chance to experience international policy making and cultural exchange while immersing yourselves in the world’s most iconic capital.

Learn more about the Youth Democracy Summit below.

Youth Democracy Summit in Italy Overview

Location:

Rome

Organized by:  Center for International Policy & Sustainability

Coverage:  Fully/Partial & Self Funded

Conference Dates:  October 1st – 4th, 2026

Final date to receive applications :  August 10th, 2026

Total Seats
The Conference is offering a total of 300 seats, further categorized into:

Fully Funded: 30

Partially Funded 90

Self Funded: 80

Fully Funded Coverage
The host organization offers generous support to fully funded delegates, which includes:

Round-trip airfare support

Accommodation in Rome

Meals & Coffee Breaks

Complete Conference Access

Official Invitiation letter for Visa Assistance

Guide a trip to the UN FAO Headquarters

Speaking opportunity

Participation in cultural nights and social activities

Partially funded
Partially funded delegates will not receive international airfare support and Premium hotel accommodation in Rome; the rest of the perks and benefits are the same as those of fully funded delegates

Youth Democracy Conference Themantic Areas
The conference revolves around 6 tracks focusing on governance, global cooperation, and democracy:

Youth Participation in Public Policy

Human Rights & Social Justice

Sustainable Development & Global Cooperation

Civic Innovation & Digital Democracy

Global Diplomacy & International Relations

Democracy & Democratic Governance

Gain first‑hand insights into policy‑making

Access to international institutions

Advance your practical skills through workshops and simulations

Networking opportunities with fellows and leaders from across the world

Become a part of the CIPS Alumni Network

Who can Apply?

Welcome applications from all nationalities

Demonstrate interest in governance, global cooperation, and democracy

Commit to full‑time participation during the event dates in Rome

No restrictions on academic or professional backgrounds

Applicants’ age must be between 16 and 48 years at the time of application

No IELTS/TOEFL required

How to Apply?

Applicants interested in the conference need to submit the application via offical CIPS application portal, visit the offical link below, choose the category you wish to apply, complete the online application, and submit.

Disclaimer:  The conference requires an application fee to be considered for the scholarship category. Opportunities Radar does not charge this fee and will not be responsible for any losses during the application process

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