Why this is a prime global youth diplomacy opportunities moment?
At a glance:
Event: Global Change Summit 2.0 (GCS 2025)
Dates & City: December 12–15, 2025 Istanbul, Türkiye
Who it’s for: Students, early-career professionals, volunteers, and community changemakers
Focus areas: Climate change, education, technology, peace, community development
Language: English (working language)
Application deadline: October 15, 2025
Participation: You must attend the full program (all days)
Why this matters (YDF lens):
Global Change Summit 2025 convenes cross-sector youth leaders to exchange practical tools for policy advocacy, project design, and community impact exactly the kind of global youth diplomacy opportunities YDF champions.
Who should apply?
Students or graduates keen to scale social impact projects
Professionals seeking new networks and collaborative pilots
Volunteers and grassroots organizers ready to share case studies
Anyone motivated to learn, contribute, and co-create solutions.
What to expect?
Skill-building workshops and labs across the five themes
Panels with practitioners and impact founders
Team challenges and project clinics
Global networking and collaboration spaces.
Eligibility & requirements:
Commitment to participate December 12–15, 2025 in Istanbul
Proficient in English
Complete and accurate application (no incomplete forms)
How to apply?
1. Prepare your materials (see checklist below).
2. Complete the application form carefully (background, motivation, impact).
3. Submit by October 15, 2025.
4. Await confirmation and next-step instructions from organizers.
Apply here: Global Change Summit 2025
