re you a young changemaker ready to voice your ideas on global issues, diplomacy, and sustainable development? Here’s your big chance! The Japan Youth Summit 2025 is officially accepting applications, and it’s calling upon youth leaders, activists, scholars, and students from around the world to come together in one of Asia’s most dynamic hubs — Tokyo, Japan.
Event Overview
Japan Youth Summit 2025 is an international platform hosted in Tokyo, bringing together bright young minds from across continents to engage in dialogue, innovation, policy-making simulations, and cross-cultural exchange. This prestigious summit promotes the UN SDGs, youth-led diplomacy, and real-world action plans for social change.
Who Can Apply?
This summit is open to all youth between the ages of 18 and 35, including:
- University and college students
- Young professionals and recent graduates
- NGO workers, social entrepreneurs, and youth activists
- Future diplomats and global policy thinkers
No IELTS required – the summit values inclusive, global representation.
Themes for Japan Youth Summit 2025
- Climate Change & Environmental Resilience
- Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
- Digital Innovation & AI for Good
- Gender Equality and Youth Empowerment
- Sustainable Development & Global Health
- Diplomacy and Global Leadership.
Benefits of Participation
- Opportunity to network with global youth leaders, policymakers, and diplomats
- Engage in workshops, leadership talks, cultural exchanges, and policy simulations
- Certificate of Participation
- Exposure to Japanese culture, diplomacy, and innovation
- Possibility of scholarship or partial funding (subject to availability)
Application Process
To apply, students must:
- Submit an online application form (https://www.japanyouthsummit.com/programs/japan-youth-summit-2025/details) with personal details, motivation letter, and a short essay on a global issue.
- Await selection results – selected applicants may receive invitation letters for visa support.
Travel & Visa Support
Selected international participants will be provided with a visa invitation letter and guidance. Past summits have offered limited financial aid for students from developing countries.
