Are you a young leader looking to make a real difference in the world? Or perhaps you are an organization leader looking for opportunities to develop young talent within your community?
Here’s why you should consider attending the AFS Youth Assembly:
EMPOWER YOURSELF WITH AN ACTION-ORIENTED APPROACH:
The AFS Youth Assembly is more than just a conference – it’s a call to action. Gain inspiration and motivation to turn ideas into action, make a tangible impact in your community, and become a changemaker for a better world.
⭐ Like Larissa Cavallos… She attended the Youth Assembly for the first time in 2017, deeply inspired to take action. She started her own education project and in 2022, she won the AFS Award for Young Global Citizens for her work.
DEVELOP LEADERSHIP SKILLS:
The AFS Youth Assembly offers a platform for young leaders aged 18 to 32 to develop essential leadership skills. From workshops to networking sessions, you’ll gain valuable insights and practical tools to drive positive change in your community and beyond. Organization leaders over 32 years old might be eligible to attend as observers, based on their professional experience aligned with the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals.
⭐ Check out the program from 2023 to see what the Youth Assembly has to offer! For 2024, four core areas were identified as the program agenda, where there are urgent challenges and exciting potential for young people to unite and take action. Read more!
BOOST YOUR RESUME:
By joining the Youth Assembly, you gain a participation certificate and an electronic badge (like an NFT) that may be added to your LinkedIn account. If you choose to sign up for the Changemakers Academy, your certificate is issued by the University of Pennsylvania. Or, if you decide to join the Climate Entrepreneurship program instead, your certificate is issued by the New York University.
⭐ You’ll also have the opportunity to network with our partners from various sectors including companies, non-profits, and the United Nations. This networking experience can provide invaluable connections and insights to complement your resume boost.
RECEIVE RECOGNITION ON A GLOBAL STAGE:
The AFS Award for Young Global Citizens recognizes young people for their commitment to improving the global community and whose actions contribute to a more just, peaceful, and tolerant world. The winner will receive $10,000, and two additional $2,500 prizes will be awarded to the runners-up.
⭐ Moemen Sobh from Egypt won the 2023 AFS Award for Young Global Citizens for his project Visenleer, which creates sustainable textile materials from ocean waste in the MENA region. He received $10,000 and mentorship from J.P. Morgan to advance his initiative.
BECOME PART OF A GLOBAL NETWORK:
Join a community of over 20,000 young leaders from 100+ countries in New York City this August for a truly international experience. Connect with like-minded peers, build lifelong friendships, and expand your global network.
⭐ These are the young leaders that come to the Youth Assembly!
JOIN IMPACTFUL DISCUSSIONS:
Engage in thought-provoking discussions and workshops on pressing global issues, from climate change to social justice. Share your perspectives, learn from others, and collaborate on innovative solutions to today’s challenges.
⭐ Here is what the press says about the AFS Youth Assembly!
CREATE PERSONALIZED LEARNING JOURNEYS:
Take your experience to the next level with the AFS Youth Assembly Academies, specialized program tracks that delve deeper into specific themes. From environmental sustainability to entrepreneurship, these academies offer a comprehensive learning experience tailored to your interests and goals.
⭐ Learn more about the AFS Youth Assembly Academies!
After the Youth Assembly concludes…
…delegates return to their workplaces and communities with newfound inspiration and determination. Armed with fresh perspectives, skills, and networks, they are empowered to effect real change. Whether in corporate offices, classrooms, or grassroots organizations, delegates become catalysts for positive action, advocating for social justice, sustainability, and human rights.