Youth Democracy Summit 2026 in Rome, Italy

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 policymaking 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 policymaking 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 Application Deadline

:

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 Contact us at:

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