The International Youth Convention 2026, a fully sponsored international event that will take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from February 10–13, 2026, is currently accepting applications. The conference, which is organized by the Sustainable Development League (SDL), gives young leaders a chance to critically engage with the most important possibilities and challenges facing the region.
Outstanding young people, students, leaders, changemakers, professors, and professionals from all fields worldwide are invited to the four-day event to take part, work together, and add to important conversations. Through exposure to global viewpoints, creative concepts, and networking opportunities, participants will be equipped to effect change in their local communities.
Below are more specifics about the application procedure, financial assistance, and qualifying requirements.
Host Country: Baku, Azerbaijan
Opportunity Type: Convention
Event Dates: 10th to 13th February 2026
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Objectives and Themes
- Abraham Accords and Future Diplomacy: Exploring regional cooperation and peace initiatives beyond the Abraham Accords
- Youth Leadership and Climate Action: Empowering young leaders to address environmental challenges and drive sustainable solutions
- Women in Peace Processes: Highlighting the role of women in conflict resolution and peacebuilding efforts
- Digital Economic Warfare and AI Governance: Examining the impact of digital technologies, economic strategies, and artificial intelligence on global governance
Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates from all nations are eligible worldwide.
- Young leaders, inventors, students, professionals, and visionaries are the intended audience.
- Motivation: Candidates should be passionate about promoting positive change both locally and internationally.
- Experience level: Applying does not require any prior sustainability experience or expertise.
Benefits:
- Access to the convention as an executive, enabling full participation in all sessions and events
- All-inclusive travel assistance for getting to and from the event
- Meals will be served during the convention.
- Support and assistance with visas for foreign participants
- Exquisite lodging for the duration of the event
- Participants’ official merchandise and assembly toolkit
- Possibility of speaking at the event and presenting concepts or initiatives
- Each participant received a certificate of participation.
- An official invitation letter to make travel and attendance easier
- Opportunities to network with global leaders, innovators, and founders
- Cultural encounters, such as the opportunity to learn about Azerbaijani customs and heritage
Application Fee:
Applicants applying under the scholarship category are required to pay a fee of £16.99.
Deadline: 30th December 2025
