The biggest Forum of the Year has just arrived. Applications are open for the World Youth Forum 2026 in Portugal. This will be the unforgettable forum of the year. The 2nd edition of the World Youth Forum in Porto, Portugal, will gather around 250 applicants from all around the world. The seats are divided into three categories: 50 Fully Funded, 100 Partial Funded, and 100 seats for Forum access only. IELTS is not required. The World Youth Forum is organized by the Centre for Diplomatic Advancement. The World Youth Forum (WYF) in Portugal invites students, Youth leaders, healthcare professionals, lawyers, young leaders, and activists from around the world for an in-depth discussion on Global issues, develop practical issues, and promote international collaboration.
Details About World Youth Forum 2026 in Portugal
- Host Country: Portugal
- Dates of Forum: February 19th to 22nd, 2026
- Forum Location: Porto
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 20th November 2025
No. of Seats
There are 250 seats in Total. These are divided into four different categories.
Youth empowerment workshops
Global youth programs
- Fully Funded Seats: 50
- Partially Funded Seats: 100
- Forum Access Only: 100
Perks and Benefits of the WYF Portugal
The benefits and perks are divided according to the categories. The details are given below.
- Fully Funded: Applicants will receive Airfare, Accommodation, conference access, meals during the conference, and merchandise.Â
- Partially Funded: Applicants will receive Accommodation, conference access, meals during the conference, and merchandise.Â
- Self-Funded Applicants: Those who are unable to secure the scholarship can apply for the self-funded category, and they have to cover all the expenses.
- Forum Access Only: Applicants will have access to the forum only. .
Objectives of the Program
- Promote Youth & Civic Activism
- Enhance Capacity Building
- Foster Social Innovation
- Cultivate Global Collaboration
- Inspire Sustainable Action
Program Themes
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Youth Entrepreneurship & Innovation
- Digital Transformation & Future Technologies
- Climate Action & Environmental Stewardship
- Global Citizenship & Intercultural Dialogue
- AI Usage & Policy
- Blockchain Education from an Early Age
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants from all countries can apply.
- The forum is open to anyone in any academic field and background.
- Passionate Global leaders who are eager to drive change in their communities.
- Be between 18 and 45 years old.
- Have a keen interest in volunteerism, community service, international relations,
diplomacy or educational fields. - Demonstrate leadership potential and the ability to collaborate effectively in diverse environments
groups.
How to Apply for the World Youth Forum 2026 in Portugal?
Interested applicants must complete an online application. Complete all the details and write a Personal Statement for the fully funded scholarship. You need to pay the application fee $17. The Link to the official website is below.
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