Apply for the 2027 AFS Youth Assembly events in New York and Geneva

32nd AFS Youth Assembly: February 24-25, 2027 in New York City

A focused gathering of young leaders connecting, collaborating, and engaging with global institutions in New York City.

Join a select cohort of global changemakers for an exclusive, two-day summit in the heart of New York City.

The 32nd AFS Youth Assembly offers a streamlined, intimate format designed for deep connection, high-impact collaboration, and direct engagement with leading global institutions.

Connect with peers, collaborate with experts, and gain global recognition through the Outstanding Youth Delegate program. Space is strictly limited for this focused gathering—apply early to secure your seat.

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33rd AFS Youth Assembly: August 11–13, 2027 in Geneva

Our signature global gathering of young changemakers at the heart of international diplomacy in Geneva.

Join young changemakers from across the globe for our flagship gathering at the heart of international diplomacy in Geneva.

The 33rd AFS Youth Assembly offers an immersive three-day experience designed to turn vision into impact. Delegates will engage in interactive sessions, leverage exclusive networking opportunities, and collaborate to craft actionable commitments for their home communities.

The program also offers specialized Academies for deeper skill-building and celebrates outstanding youth innovators through prestigious Delegate Awards.

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Boost Your Conference Registration with the AFS Global Competence Certificate

Whether you start an application for the February session in NYC or the August one in Geneva, you may choose to boost your 2027 AFS Youth Assembly registration by adding the AFS Global Competence Certificate to your Conference ticket. This virtual learning program prepares you for the cultural experience of meeting and collaborating with other delegates from around the world! Previous YA delegates who completed the AFS Global Competence Certificate reported high satisfaction with the program; sharing that the modules and live sessions allowed them to fully take advantage of the Youth Assembly through the intercultural skills they gained from the online course. You can watch a 2026 delegate testimony here. The program includes 22 modules and 4 live sessions with an AFS Expert Facilitator. You will receive a Credly badge upon completing the program that can be added to your resume and LinkedIn profile.

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Eligibility Requirements

Delegates must be 18-35 years old
Proven track record of leadership experience, school, or community involvement
Interest in global affairs, sustainable development, and youth issues
Proficient in English (Intermediate Level)

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The AFS Youth Assembly Program includes:

Virtual networking and pre-departure sessions: network with your peers and prepare to make the most of you experience
AFS Youth Assembly Academies (opening soon): join in-depth specialized programs on topics like International Affairs, diplomacy, intercultural learning, changemaking and more
Celebration of International Youth Day in Geneva ONLY: hear from youth leaders, high level UN officials, global leaders, and experts
AFS Youth Assembly Conference: one (in NYC) or two days (in Geneva) of engaging sessions, youth opportunities, networking, learning and more
Alumni Opportunities: get free support and mentorship from regional impact coordinators, and volunteer and grow with AFS in 50+ countries around the world

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This is a self-funded program. If any scholarships are available at any moment, they will be published on this page where you can also find information on fundraising resources.

AFS Youth Assembly Fees

February in New York

February 24-25, 2027, New York City

Early-bird rate: $250 USD

Applies from October 15, 2026 to December 31, 2026

Regular rate: $325 USD

Applies from January 1, 2027 to February 1, 2027

***Please note that all deadlines are until 11:59 pm EST on the stated date.

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August in Geneva

August 11-13, 2027, Geneva, Switzerland

Early-bird rate: $325 USD

Applies from October 15, 2026 to December 31, 2026

Regular rate: $450 USD

Applies from January 1, 2027 to May 15, 2027

Late rate: $595 USD

Applies from May 16, 2027 to July 24, 2027

***Please note that all deadlines are until 11:59 pm EST on the stated date.

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This is a program of AFS International and is not administered by AFS-USA. AFS-USA is a separate legal entity from AFS Intercultural Programs/AFS International and is not a legal affiliate thereof.