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Istanbul Youth Summit 2026

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Feb 09 - Feb 12, 2026

Program Date

Istanbul, Turkiye

Location

4 Days

Program Duration

200 Slots

Capacity

Registration Guidelines

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Overview

The Istanbul Youth Summit (IYS) is a premier international platform that empowers young leaders to address global challenges through innovation, collaboration, and transformative leadership. Organized by the Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) Foundation, IYS cultivates a dynamic environment where youth gain the confidence, skills, and global outlook needed to become catalysts for change.

More than just a gathering, IYS is a space where ideas come to life. Through inspiring talks, interactive sessions, and meaningful group activities, participants are encouraged to explore new perspectives, grow as leaders, and connect with youth from around the world. The summit promotes open dialogue and practical learning in a supportive and inclusive setting.

A highlight of the program is the Social Project Competition, which invites delegates to propose creative initiatives aimed at solving global issues or empowering their communities. It is an opportunity to turn ideas into action and make a lasting contribution with real impact.

At IYS, participants are not only learners but also active contributors. The summit offers opportunities for cultural exchange, collaboration, and lasting friendships among emerging leaders from different countries. With the support of experienced mentors and global peers, IYS helps shape a new generation ready to lead and inspire change across borders.

Program Rundowns

Detailed schedule of activities for this program

Date Time Range Activity Description
Feb 09, 2026
3 Activities
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Duration: 3h
Airport Assistant

Pickup from Istanbul Airport (IST) is scheduled for 12:00 noon, Turkish time.

02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Duration: 3h
Registration [Hotel Check-in]

Check-in time will start at 14.00 Turkish Time.

04:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Duration: 4h
Opening Ceremony and Gala Dinner

The Opening Ceremony is scheduled to start at 16:00 Turkish time aboard the Bosphorus Cruise (TBC).

Feb 10, 2026
1 Activities
09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Duration: 9h
International Summit and Panel Discussion

Participants will gather in one hall for further discussion and to connect with official speakers of the Istanbul Youth Summit 2026. The panel discussion will focus on the main theme and selected Sustainable Development Goals. Delegates may participate in a Q&A session with the speakers based on their interests.

Feb 11, 2026
2 Activities
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Duration: 6h
International Competition on Social Project

Each delegate will be assigned to a group based on their selected SDG focus. Delegates will collaborate to develop and present a social project. Each group will consist of up to 10 members, with one leader elected by the group.

04:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Duration: 4h
Awarding and Cultural Night, and Closing Ceremony

Awarding and Cultural Night, and Closing Ceremony

Feb 12, 2026
1 Activities
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Duration: 3h
Certificate Claims, Hotel Checkout, and Airport Assistance

Delegates may confirm or request corrections to their certificates of participation during this time at the registration desk. Airport assistance for departures from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen Airport will be available at 12:00 p.m. Turkish time.

Note: This rundown is an estimation only. The final schedule will be updated closer to the program date. Please check back regularly for the most accurate information.

Program Schedules

Important dates and deadlines for this program

# Date Range Schedule Name Description
1
Aug 06, 2025 Sep 30, 2025
Participant Registration (Fully Funded)

Participant Registration (Fully Funded)

2
Oct 05, 2025 Oct 10, 2025
LOA Announcement

LOA Announcement

3
Nov 01, 2025 Jan 09, 2026
Participant Registration (Self-Funded)

Participant Registration (Self-Funded)

4
Nov 20, 2025
First Installment Payment Due Date

First Installment Payment Due Date

5
Dec 20, 2025
Second Installment Payment Due Date

Second Installment Payment Due Date

6
Nov 25, 2025 Nov 30, 2025
Interview Announcement for Fully Funded Participants

Interview Announcement for Fully Funded Participants

7
Dec 01, 2025 Dec 10, 2025
Fully Funded Interview

Fully Funded Interview

8
Dec 20, 2025 Dec 25, 2025
Final Announcement for Fully Funded Participants

Final Announcement for Fully Funded Participants

9
Feb 09, 2026 Feb 12, 2026
Istanbul Youth Summit Program

Istanbul Youth Summit Program

Important: All dates and deadlines are subject to change. Please check this page regularly for the most up-to-date information. Active schedules are highlighted in yellow.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Event Details
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The Istanbul Youth Summit (IYS) is a premier international platform that empowers young leaders to address global challenges through innovation, collaboration, and transformative leadership. Organized by the Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) Foundation, IYS cultivates a dynamic environment where youth gain the confidence, skills, and global outlook needed to become catalysts for change.

The Istanbul Youth Summit 2026 will bring the theme Empowering Youth Leaders to Drive Sustainable Change for A Brighter Future with four subthemes: Education (SDG 4: Quality of Education), Health (SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being), Economy (SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth), and Environment (SDG 13: Climate Action).

Istanbul Youth Summit 2026 will be held for four days starting from February 9 - 12, 2026. The program will consist of an International Youth Summit, Global Panel Discussion, Competition on Social Projects and Sustainability, Cultural Performance, Awarding Ceremony, and Worldwide Networking.

The objectives of the Istanbul Youth Summit (IYS) are to cultivate the spirit of talented youth leaders across diverse fields, foster and nurture the character of youth leadership, establish a strong presence for youth on the international stage, develop the leadership capabilities of youth, empowering them to actively contribute to their country's development, and create a robust network and lasting connections among IYS alumni to ensure the continuity of the Istanbul Youth Summit program for years to come.

You can contact IYS Project Manager on istanbulyouthsummit@gmail.com and IYS Public Relations on WhatsApp +62 851-7338-6622.

All activities at the Istanbul Youth Summit will be conducted in English, so it is recommended that participants have a strong command of the language.

Individuals between the ages of 15 and 40, regardless of educational or nationality background, are eligible as long as they have not been involved in any criminal activities.
Registration
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The registration will be held on August 6 - September 30, 2025. Then we will give the announcement for the selected participants on December 20 - 25, 2024.

Please review the instructions for the registration process. The registration can be completed on the following website istanbulyouthsummit.com

All participants have the chance to receive full funding for the program. Your profile, application, essay, and interview will be carefully evaluated. Present your best self and seize this valuable opportunity!

No, the registration fee as well as program fee aren’t entitled to refund.

Participants need to register through our website, https://istanbulyouthsummit.com.

Participants submit their application on the website https://istanbulyouthsummit.com.

The Istanbul Youth Summit program is funded by participants themselves, but we also offer a fully funded option for top participants. Those who qualify after the initial application process will be invited to participate in the interview round to be considered for the fully funded program.

Participants only need to prepare an essay. For the rules of writing the essay, all the details can be found in this guidelines.
Payments
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Make sure that you have made a purchase with the selected payment method on our website. The process is automatic. Please contact istanbulyouthsummit@gmail.com or WhatsApp +62 851-7338-6622.

Participants will receive email confirmation from Youth Break the Boundaries when the application and payment is submitted successfully.
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