Youth Action Summit 2027 in Berlin, Germany: Fully Funded and Partially Funded Seats

What Is the Youth Action Summit?

The Youth Action Summit (YAS) is an international youth event focused on diplomacy, leadership, policy dialogue and cross-cultural exchange. After the first edition in Milan in 2025, the second edition is coming to Berlin, Germany.

Over four days, participants join keynote talks, hands-on workshops, expert panels and team projects on real global challenges such as climate action, digital governance, peacebuilding and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Important Dates

• Summit dates: 11–14 January 2027
• Location: Berlin, Germany
• Application deadline: Not listed on the official page

The site's FAQ says applications are currently open for the Self-Funded, Forum Access and Invitation Letter categories. It doesn't clearly say whether the fully and partially funded scholarships are still open, so check on the website before applying.

Who Can Apply?

• Ages 16 to 45
• All nationalities
• All educational backgrounds
• Working knowledge of English
• No previous experience required

Funding Options

Scholarship categories (selection-based):

• Fully Funded (50 seats): Round-trip airfare, shared 4-star accommodation, visa support and fee reimbursement, meals, summit access, certificate, kit and speaking opportunities
• Partially Funded (100 seats): Same as above but without airfare
• Forum Access Pass (100 seats): Summit access, meals, visa support, certificate and kit, with no travel or accommodation

A $17 amount is shown under each scholarship category. It looks like an application fee, but the page doesn't explain it, so confirm before paying.

Paid categories (guaranteed seats):

• Invitation Letter, $99: Visa invitation letter and embassy coordination only, with no summit sessions or meals
• Summit Access Pass, $199: Summit access, meals, networking, institutional visits, certificate and kit, with no accommodation
• Self-Funded, $449: Everything in the Summit Access Pass plus shared 4-star accommodation

What You Get

• Keynotes from diplomats, global leaders and industry experts
• Workshops on leadership, negotiation, public speaking and policy-making
• Expert panels on climate, digital governance, peacebuilding and the SDGs
• Team-based action projects
• Berlin city tours and institutional visits
• A networking reception and gala dinner
• An official certificate of participation from CDA
• Speaking opportunities

How to Apply

1. Visit the official summit page and choose your category.
2. Fill in the online application form.
3. Share your motivation, leadership experience and the change you want to create.
4. If you're shortlisted, you'll get an email after the deadline.
5. Confirm your seat and receive your official documents, including the visa invitation letter.

Simple Tips

• Check which categories are still open before applying. The fully funded seats are limited to 50.
• Write a strong motivation. Be specific about the issue you care about and what you've already done about it.
• Plan your visa early. Germany is a Schengen country, and appointments can take weeks in many places.
• Read the fine print. Know what is and isn't covered before you pay any fee.
• Budget for extras. Visa fees, travel insurance and personal expenses may not be covered.

Apply Here

📌 Official summit page and application: https://thecda.co/youth-action-summit-2027-berlin/ref/81/

Disclaimer: World Opportunities Hub is an independent information platform. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Centre for Diplomatic Advancement (CDA). Always confirm details, fees and deadlines on the official website before applying.

| Organization | Centre for Diplomatic Advancement (CDA) | | Region | Berlin, Germany | | Deadline | Not listed (check official page) | | Level | Youth (16–45) | | Funding | Fully funded, partially funded and paid options |