Applications for The World Bank Group Youth Summit 2025 is open now.
The World Bank Group Youth Summit returns for its 12th edition, inviting young people to engage with the most urgent issues their generation faces, while bringing together thousands of participants from across the globe. This year, the summit will center on innovation in climate action, digital transformation, and the creative industries.
The Youth Summit is the World Bank Group’s largest annual event worldwide for youth (ages 18-35). It will be held on May 19-20, 2025, featuring activities and engagements both at the World Bank Group headquarters in Washington DC and across various regions.
The 2025 World Bank Group Youth Summit invites young changemakers, innovators, and leaders to shape a sustainable and inclusive future through bold, youth-driven solutions. Under the theme “New Horizons: Youth-Led Innovation for a Livable Planet,” this year’s summit focuses on three transformative areas:
- Digital Transformation & Data: Discover how youth leverage technology, including AI and big data, to drive economic growth, bridge the digital divide, and create a future-ready labor market.
- Climate Action & Resilience: Explore innovative solutions for green technologies, smart cities, and sustainable agriculture, showcasing how young leaders can combat climate change while creating job opportunities.
- Creative Industries: Highlight the role of arts, media, and fashion in fostering employment, social and economic change, promoting sustainability, and preserving cultural heritage.
When discussing these subthemes, the Summit will focus on three fresh perspectives on innovation: Underserved populations, Fragility, Conflict, and Violence (FCV), and Partnerships. By spotlighting these areas, the event aims at amplifying diverse voices, fostering innovation for sustainable development, and building collaborative networks to scale impact globally.
The WBG Youth Summit is the World Bank Group’s premier event for young leaders worldwide. A delegate will have the opportunity to engage with global development leaders, participate in high-level discussions, and contribute to shaping solutions to pressing global challenges. Delegates are emerging changemakers—students, young professionals, and entrepreneurs — who are passionate about development issues and eager to collaborate with like-minded peers.
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The mission of the Summit is to:
- Empower youth to explore innovative solutions to development challenges.
- Equip youth with the tools to create and participate in impactful projects; and
- Foster dialogue between youth, the World Bank Group, and other key global stakeholders.
Perks of Being a Delegate:
- Be part of a prestigious global platform for youth-driven impact and innovation.
- Gain insights from industry leaders, policymakers, and development professionals.
- Expand your global network with like-minded individuals and experts.
- Receive an official certificate of participation from the World Bank Group Youth Summit upon completion.
- Enhance leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in a dynamic and engaging environment.
Eligibilities
- Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old by the application deadline.
- Nationality: Open to individuals from all countries.
- Team Composition: While individual applications are accepted, team-based solutions are encouraged. All team members should meet the age and nationality requirements.
- Thematic Focus: Proposals must address at least one of the following themes:
- Data-Driven Transformation
- Climate Action & Resilience
- Empowering Change through Creative Industries
- Solutions that are cross-thematic or scalable across multiple pillars are also welcome.
Application Process
Applicants can apply via online, with Apply Now Link.
Application Deadline: April 15, 2025 (30 Days Remaining)
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