About the World Youth Forum

World Youth Forum is a platform built by promising youth that sends a message of peace, prosperity, harmony and progress to the entire world. Engaging youth from around the globe in an enriching convention, allowing them to express their views and recommend initiatives to decision makers and influential figures.
The forum is a chance for you to engage with top policymakers, network with promising youth from the region and the world that are determined to create real change in the world we live in today.

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Why should I attend the World Youth Forum

The World Youth Forum is a free platform bringing youth from around the world together with decision makers and influential officials. The forum is a chance for you to engage with top policy-makers in the region and network with promising youth from the region and the world that are determined to create change in the world we live in today.
The forum is also a chance to explore the rich culture of Egypt, its heritage and history. The Egyptian culture has a lot to offer for both locals and visitors who are looking for enriching experiences. Whether you are interested in its ancient history, food, or any other adventure, Egypt, and its people are sure to fascinate you.

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Forum Pillars

The World Youth Forum program is divided into various pillars, tackling themes and topics of interest to international youth, creating a platform to express views, present ideas and share experiences throughout its sessions.

Youth Global Issues

This section covers the topics of terrorism, climate change, irregular migration, the refugee crisis, peace in conflict zones, development, and it addresses the role of youth in confronting, contributing, and engaging with each of these issues, and how their input and participation can bring about real change.

Sustainable Development, Technology and Entrepreneurship

This program will explore various ideas and visions conceived by youth for achieving sustainable development around the world.  International experiences in the process of achieving sustainable development will also be reviewed. In addition to giving participants the opportunity to present their innovative experiences in the field of entrepreneurship, the impact of technology on the lives of youth will also be brought to the forefront of the dialogue.

Civilizations and Culture

A vibrant discussion about culture, art and identity will provide an opportunity to explore how different civilizations and cultures can be integrated to complement one another. The diversity of civilizations and cultures will be central to creating dialogue around the role of arts and literature in resolving conflict. This discussion will also help lead to an understanding of the effect of globalization on the cultural identity of youth.

Creating Future Leaders

This program will review international best-case practices in training young people, as well as the role of states and societies in creating future leaders.

Model United Nations

The World Youth Forum will witness a simulation of the UN Security Council, where more than 60 young people from around the world will participate. Through their participation in this model, these young people will be able to practice a vivid experience of being representatives of the UN Security Council, helping them identify and work on various points of view and solutions during the discussion of different topics that include: threats to global peace and security, the challenges facing countries as a result of waves of irregular migration, and cyber warfare and its threat to state security.

World Youth Forum Location

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

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