About the programme
The Youth Global Forum 2027 brings 250 young participants to Paris for leadership development, policy dialogue, workshops, and networking. Fully and partially funded seats are awarded competitively through one shared application form, based on motivation, leadership potential, theme relevance and global awareness. Guided visits to UNESCO Headquarters and other international organisations in Paris are part of the programme.
Duration: 4 days (20–23 January 2027)
Eligibility
- Age between 16 and 46
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What they look for
- Motivation and clarity of purpose
- Leadership potential and community engagement
- Relevance to the forum's themes
- Global awareness and commitment to learning
- No prior experience required
What you receive
- Round-trip airfare support (fully funded only)
- Twin-shared accommodation at a 4-star hotel
- Meals and coffee breaks
- Full forum participation, workshops and policy masterclasses
- Institutional visits including UNESCO Headquarters
- Conference materials and certificate of recognition
- Visa invitation letter and support
How to apply
- Submit the single application form for fully or partially funded categories
- Applications evaluated through a rubric-based assessment
Applications are submitted on CGDL (TheCGDL)’s own site. Open Doors helps you prepare; it is not the official application portal.
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Source and verification
- Official source
- CGDL (TheCGDL) · Application
- Last checked
- 10 Nov 2026, read automatically from the official page
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