CIPS Youth Future Summit 2026 in Switzerland (Fully Funded Available)

The CIPS Youth Future Summit 2026 is a global gathering of young leaders from across the world, organized by the Center for International Policy and Sustainability (CIPS). It takes place in Geneva, Switzerland from 5–8 February 2026, aiming to bring together students, professionals, youth leaders, entrepreneurs and media practitioners to address pressing global issues, exchange ideas, and build solutions in areas like AI, climate action, governance, and global health.

Eligibility

• Open to applicants from all over the world.
• Age range: 17 to 46 years old.
• Ideal for students, young professionals, youth leaders, entrepreneurs, media professionals

Program Dates/Location

• Application Deadline: December 5, 2025
• Duration: 5–8 February 2026.
• Location: Geneva, Switzerland

Program Benefits

Fully Funded Delegate – $16.99 (30 Seats)

• Round-trip airfare
• Shared accommodation at a 4-star hotel in Geneva
• Local transportation for summit activities
• All meals and refreshments
• Visa support and official invitation letters
• Exclusive visits to UN Headquarters, CERN, and policy institutions
• Summit merchandise
• Access to all policy dialogues, workshops, and masterclasses
• Speaking opportunity
• Airport transfer to and from hotel
• Global certificate of participation

Partially Funded Delegate – $12.99 (40 Seats)

• Shared accommodation at a 4-star hotel in Geneva
• Local transportation for summit activities
• All meals and refreshments
• Visa support and official invitation letters
• Exclusive visits to UN Headquarters, CERN, and policy institutions
• Summit merchandise
• Access to all policy dialogues, workshops, and masterclasses
• Speaking opportunity
• Airport transfer to and from hotel
• Global certificate of participation

Guaranteed Participation:

Summit Pass – $799 / $599 (50 Seats)

• All meals and refreshments
• Visa support and official invitation letters
• Exclusive visits to UN Headquarters, CERN, and policy institutions
• Summit merchandise
• Access to all policy dialogues, workshops, and masterclasses
• Speaking opportunity
• Airport transfer to and from hotel
• Global certificate of participation

Self-Sponsored Delegate – $999 / $1299 (80 Seats)

• Shared accommodation at a 4-star hotel in Geneva
• Local transportation for summit activities
• All meals and refreshments
• Visa support and official invitation letters
• Exclusive visits to UN Headquarters, CERN, and policy institutions
• Summit merchandise
• Access to all policy dialogues, workshops, and masterclasses
• Speaking opportunity
• Airport transfer to and from hotel
• Global certificate of participation

Visa Invitation Letter – $99 / $200

For participants who only need official documentation to support their visa application:

• An official Schengen visa invitation letter for the Youth Future Summit 2026
• A checklist of required visa documents
• Ideal for delegates arranging their own travel and accommodation but requiring official documentation
• If later upgraded to a Summit Pass or Self-Sponsored Participation, this cost will be fully adjusted

Thematic Focus

The summit will explore themes including:

• Building a Sustainable Planet: climate, environmental resilience
• The AI Revolution: work, ethics, society
• Global Health Frontiers: health systems, pandemic prep, youth-led health initiatives
• Equitable Governance: transparency, social justice, youth participation
• Next-Gen Innovation & Entrepreneurship
• Digital Futures & Cyber Resilience: privacy, rights, security in digital world

Application Process / Required Documents

• Apply via online application (on the official website)
• Must fill in personal details, answer motivational questions (on vision & impact)
• Reviewed by an independent selection board considering criteria like leadership potential, innovation & impact, commitment to global issues, collaboration, communication skills.