Applications are now open for the fully-funded Young Public Diplomacy Summit 2026 in Indonesia, an international youth leadership program in Jakarta. The summit will bring together ambitious students, young professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, and changemakers from around the world to develop leadership skills, expand professional networks, and explore innovative solutions to global challenges. The summit will run from August 13–16, 2026, and is open to candidates from around the world. IELTS is not required. More details are below.
Program Overview
- Host Country: Indonesia
- Location: Jakarta
- Organizer: Centre for Strategy and Cultural Diplomacy (CSCD)
- Funding Categories: Fully Funded, Partially Funded, and Self-Funded
- Deadline: 5th July 2027
About Young Public Diplomacy Summit Jakarta
The Young Public Diplomacy Summit (YPDS) is an international platform that brings together emerging youth leaders, policymakers, academics, and professionals to engage in meaningful dialogue on diplomacy, global governance, and international cooperation.
Following successful editions in Baku, Istanbul, and Tashkent, the summit continues its global expansion in Jakarta—one of the most significant diplomatic and political hubs in Southeast Asia.
Financial Benefits
Fully Funded Category
Selected participants will receive:
- CSCD Invitation Letter
- Meals During Forum
- Air Ticket & Travel Support
- Accommodation (3 Nights)
- All Workshops
- Field Visits & Mentorship
- Certificate of Participation
- Virtual Course Qualification
Core Objectives
Develop Strategic Thinking
- Learn about international affairs, global security, and economic strategies.
- Build critical analysis and problem-solving skills.
Promote Cultural Engagement
- Connect with young leaders from different countries.
- Encourage cultural exchange and global understanding.
Encourage Policy Innovation
- Create practical solutions for regional and global challenges.
- Develop policy ideas that can make a real impact.
Strengthen Global Networks
- Engage with international organizations, embassies, and think tanks.
- Build valuable professional and academic connections.
Empower Youth Leadership
- Improve leadership, public speaking, and negotiation skills.
- Participate in simulations, discussions, and hands-on activities.
Eligibility Criteria
- Regions: Global (All countries eligible to apply)
- Emerging youth leaders, university students, and young professionals (Ages 16–40)
- Representing regions from Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
- Be passionate about creating positive social impact
- Show commitment to community engagement
- Be willing to actively participate in summit activities.
How to Apply?
Interested applicants should:
- Visit the official application portal.
- Complete the online application form.
- Choose a participation category & pay the application fee.
- Upload the required information and documents.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Await the selection results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Young Public Diplomacy Summit 2027 in Indonesia?
The Young Public Diplomacy Summit is a fully-funded international youth leadership program in Jakarta, Indonesia, running from August 13 to 16, 2026, organized by the Centre for Strategy and Cultural Diplomacy (CSCD). It brings together ambitious students, young professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, and changemakers from around the world to develop leadership skills, expand professional networks, and explore innovative solutions to global challenges. Following successful editions in Baku, Istanbul, and Tashkent, the summit continues its global expansion in Jakarta. IELTS is not required.
Who is eligible for the Young Public Diplomacy Summit in Indonesia?
All countries are eligible. It is designed for emerging youth leaders, university students, and young professionals aged 16–40 who are passionate about creating positive social impact, show commitment to community engagement, and are willing to actively participate in summit activities.
What does the fully funded category of the Young Public Diplomacy Summit in Indonesia cover?
Fully funded participants receive a CSCD invitation letter, meals during the forum, an air ticket and travel support, accommodation for 3 nights, access to all workshops, field visits and mentorship, a certificate of participation, and virtual course qualification. Partially funded and self-funded categories are also available.
What are the objectives of the Young Public Diplomacy Summit in Indonesia?
The summit develops strategic thinking on international affairs, global security, and economic strategies; promotes cultural engagement and global understanding; encourages policy innovation for regional and global challenges; strengthens global networks with international organizations, embassies, and think tanks; and empowers youth leadership through public speaking, negotiation, simulations, and hands-on activities.
How do I apply for the Young Public Diplomacy Summit in Indonesia?
Visit the official application portal, complete the online application form, choose a participation category and pay the application fee, upload the required information and documents, submit before the deadline, and await the selection results. The application deadline is 5th July 2027.