United Nations is pleased to announce the call for applications for the first edition of UN Youth Townhall 2026, scheduled to be held in Heidelberg, Germany, from December 9-10, 2026. Convened by the United Nations Youth Office, the event will bring together more than 1,000 participants, including governments, young people, UN representatives, entrepreneurs, and researchers, to connect, share ideas, and influence global discussions. There are no country restrictions; young people from around the world are invited to apply. No application fee is required. The application deadline is September 7, 2026. Read more details below.
UN Youth TownHall 2026 Overview
- Host Country: Germany
- Location: Heidelberg
- Open to: All Nationals
- Event Dates: December 8-10, 2026
- Application Deadline: September 7th, 2026
What is the UN Youth Townhall?
UN Youth Compass, the flagship initiative of the UN Youth Office for strengthening meaningful youth participation
The event focuses on:
- Sharing ideas and experiences
- Supporting youth-led initiatives
- Turning discussions into practical action
- Increasing meaningful youth participation
Coverage
- Round-trip airfare support
- Airport transfer
- Visa fee coverage
- Official Invitiation letter
- Daily Allowance
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to young people from around the world.
- Aged 18-35 years old.
- Applicants should be interested in youth issues and global development.
- Youth leaders, activists, students, entrepreneurs, researchers, and youth organizations can apply.
- Good knowledge of English.
- The UN encourages applications from underrepresented communities and different regions.
Event Features
- Roundtable discussions
- Fireside chats
- Small-group discussions
- Intergenerational dialogues
- Networking opportunities
- Opportunities to connect with organizations
Why Apply?
- Meet young people from around the world.
- Connect with UN representatives and decision-makers.
- Share your ideas on youth-related issues.
- Build international networks and partnerships.
- Gain global exposure and experience.
- Get a chance to receive funding to attend the event.
- Take part in discussions that can lead to real action.
How to Apply?
Interested young people should visit the official UN Youth Townhall website and apply through the funding application link.
Application Deadline: 7 September 2026
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