UN ECOSOC Youth Forum 2026 for International Students
Applications are now open for the UN ECOSOC Youth Forum 2026 in the United States. International applicants from around the world are encouraged to apply for this youth forum. Organized by the United Nations, the forum offers valuable opportunities to connect with UN representatives and young leaders from across the globe. Participants will receive an ECOSOC invitation letter to support their US visa application. There is no application fee to apply.
The United Nations is organizing the UN ECOSOC Youth Forum 2026, an important global event for young people. The annual forum will take place at the United Nations Headquarters in New York from April 14 to April 16, 2026. It offers a platform for youth from different backgrounds to discuss challenges and share innovative ideas related to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Participants will also have the opportunity to connect and collaborate with young individuals from around the world.
The ECOSOC Youth Forum will serve as an international platform where young people, Member States, the UN system, and other partners can exchange ideas, present innovative solutions, and strengthen youth participation in supporting and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals.
UN ECOSOC Youth Forum 2026 Details
| Offered by: | United Nations |
| Duration: | 3 Days |
| Scholarship coverage: | Funded |
| Eligible nationality: | All Nationalities |
| Award country: | United States |
| Last date: | 18 March 2026 |
Financial Benefits
- Visit the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
- Give a speech at the ECOSOC Youth Forum of the United Nations.
- International youth leaders are welcome to apply.
- Interact with legislators, youth delegates, government representatives, and other pertinent parties.
- The forum gives young people a chance to interact with peers, professionals, and decision-makers worldwide.
Theme
The Forum will focus on the Sustainable Development Goals under review at the 2026 HLPF, specifically:
- Goal 6 (Clean water and sanitation),
- Goal 7 (Affordable and clean energy),
- Goal 9 (Industry, innovation, and infrastructure),
- Goal 11 (Sustainable cities and communities),
- Goal 17 (Partnerships for the goals)
Eligibility Criteria
- All nationals are welcome to attend the forum.
- Age: Candidates must be between the ages of 18 and 35.
- Youth Leadership: Young leaders from all over the world who have shown a dedication to promoting sustainable development are welcome to participate in the discussion.
- To promote young priorities and concerns, youth leaders from all over the world will interact with government representatives, youth delegates, legislators, and stakeholders from the private and civil society sectors.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the UN ECOSOC Youth Forum 2026 in the USA for international students is 18th March 2026.
How to Apply for the UN ECOSOC Youth Forum?
Applicants have to complete the online application form.
