Korea Youth Summit
LIVING CULTURE, LASTING LEGACY
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Korea Youth Summit 2026
About Our Program
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KOREA YOUTH SUMMIT
The Korea Youth Summit (KYS) is an inspiring international gathering that brings together young changemakers to explore the power of culture in shaping inclusive, creative, and resilient societies. Organized by the Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) Foundation, KYS places youth at the heart of cultural preservation and innovation, celebrating Korea’s global reputation as a vibrant cultural hub.
Carrying the tagline “Living Culture, Lasting Legacy,” the summit fosters deep reflection and action on how tradition and modernity can coexist. Through insightful sessions, cultural immersion, and collaborative learning, participants are encouraged to rethink the role of youth in preserving heritage, reimagining identity, and fostering intercultural understanding.
A signature element of the summit is the Cultural Project Competition, where delegates propose creative solutions and campaigns to preserve, celebrate, and innovate around local and global cultural values. These youth-led initiatives aim to address real-world cultural challenges while promoting diversity and unity.
KYS is more than an event. It's a movement that empowers young people to be cultural ambassadors, innovators, and protectors of legacy. By building bridges across nations and traditions, the summit provides an immersive platform for dialogue, learning, and collaboration among future leaders committed to making culture a force for positive change.
Program Values
OUR VISION
Inspiring young leaders to create innovative solutions that harmonize sustainability with the preservation and celebration of cultural heritage. By fostering creativity and collaboration, the program empowers participants to drive meaningful change in their communities.
OUR MISSION
The Missions of the Korea Youth Summit (KYS include:
- Empowering young leaders through cultural exchange and sustainable innovation.
- Inspiring youth to harmonize traditional heritage with modern solutions for global challenges.
- Cultivating collaboration and mutual respect among diverse participants.
- Equipping participants with skills and knowledge for impactful community change.
- Building a global network of youth committed to inclusive and sustainable development.
Program Objectives
The objectives of the Korea Youth Summit (KYS) are as follows:
- Empowering youth to lead in sustainability and cultural innovation.
- Strengthening leadership skills and character development.
- Providing a platform for youth voices on global issues.
- Equipping participants to contribute to national and global progress.
- Building a global network of young leaders for ongoing collaboration, particularly among Youth Break the Boundaries alumni.
Benefits & Opportunities
Delegates should participate in the Korea Youth Summit to engage in meaningful discussions on global challenges, foster cross-cultural understanding, and collaborate with young leaders worldwide to create positive change. This summit offers a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills, gain valuable insights, and contribute to shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future.
Experience Our Program in Action
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Voices of Success: Our Community Speaks
Real stories from participants who've experienced transformational results with our program
Jooeun Kim
South Korea
Speaker of the Korea Youth Summit 2025
It has been truly inspiring. As a young person myself, I feel very motivated by all the presentations that introduced innovative solutions focusing on youth, aiming to drive great...
— Jooeun Kim, South Korea
Shreya Sahai
India
Manager at Global Peace Youth Korea, Program Manager for Korea International Model United Nations (KIMUN 2025), and Special Guest of the Korea Youth Summit 2025
I think it was a very amazing experience, especially the HACA performance (at Korea Youth Summit 2025). I have seen it online, but seeing it in person gave me goosebumps, and I thi...
— Shreya Sahai, India
Mirfayz
Uzbekistan
Participants of the Korea Youth Summit 2025
Yeah, it's an amazing experience to be here in Korea for the first time with the summit to make some new friends and learn about Korea more. KOREA YOUTH SUMMIT is Incredible!
— Mirfayz, Uzbekistan
Maria Fernanda Camara
Mexico
Fully Funded Participant of the Korea Youth Summit 2025
2 Best Tips and Tricks for Your Application as a Fully Funded Delegate. 1st Tip: It may sound common, but it is especially important: be yourself. Highlight the strengths of you...
— Maria Fernanda Camara, Mexico
Skuratava Yuliya
Belarus
Participant of the Korea Youth Summit 2025
I would like to recommend my friends and others to join the Korea Youth Summit. Coming from Eastern Europe, it is quite far from here, and I am gaining experiences that I could nev...
— Skuratava Yuliya, Belarus
Naomi
Indonesia
Participant of the Korea Youth Summit 2025
This is my first time participating in summit activities, and it has been a really great experience to meet new friends from other countries. Our proposal on proportional promot...
— Naomi, Indonesia
Abdulrahim
Zanzibar
Participant of the Korea Youth Summit 2025
I was presenting on behalf of an NGO, so I highlighted the problems that local citizens face every day and how the government can help address them. For example, I suggested that t...
— Abdulrahim, Zanzibar