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Korea Youth Summit 2026

LIVING CULTURE, LASTING LEGACY

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Feb 02 - Feb 05, 2026

Program Date

Seoul, South Korea

Location

4 Days

Program Duration

200 Slots

Capacity

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Overview

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 Rundowns

Detailed schedule of activities for this program

Date Time Range Activity Description
Feb 02, 2026
1 Activities
12:11 PM - 01:12 PM
Duration: 1h 1m
First Day : Arrival of the Delegates

Day 1 filled with Airport assistance, Registration (Hotel Check In), Opening Ceremony, Gala Dinner. Airport Assistance will be provided exclusively at Incheon International Airport, with an estimated schedule pickup session at approximately 12:00 PM local time.

Feb 03, 2026
1 Activities
11:15 AM - 05:20 PM
Duration: 6h 5m
Day 2: City Tour and University Visit

A meaningful opportunity to experience Korean culture and daily life through a city tour and university visit, gaining both cultural insights and academic perspectives.

Feb 04, 2026
1 Activities
11:19 AM - 05:22 PM
Duration: 6h 3m
Day 3: Project Presentations, Awards, and Cultural Night

Project Group Presentation (each delegate will be assigned to a distribution group based on the SDGs they have selected. The groups consisting 7-12 members), Awarding and cultural night, Closing Ceremony

Feb 05, 2026
1 Activities
11:23 AM - 01:24 PM
Duration: 2h 1m
Day 4: Closing Chapter as Delegates Return to Their Countries

Certificate claims, Hotel Check out, Airport Assistance (The Airport Assistance service for departure at Incheon International Airport will be available at 12:00 PM local time)

Note: This rundown is an estimation only. The final schedule will be updated closer to the program date. Please check back regularly for the most accurate information.

Program Schedules

Important dates and deadlines for this program

# Date Range Schedule Name Description
1
Aug 01, 2025 Sep 30, 2025
Participant Registration Fully Funded

Registration for fully funded.

2
Oct 26, 2025 Jan 02, 2026
Participant Registration Self Funded

Self funded registration.

3
Oct 01, 2025 Oct 05, 2025 Active Now
LoA Announcement

LoA Announcement for candidate who have been register as delegate.

4
Nov 20, 2025
First Installment Payment

First Installment Payment.

5
Dec 20, 2025
Second Installment Payment

The deadline for second installment payment.

6
Nov 25, 2025 Nov 30, 2025
Interview Announcement for Candidate

Interview Announcement for candidate.

7
Dec 01, 2025 Dec 10, 2025
Fully Funded Interview

Fully Funded Interview.

8
Dec 20, 2025 Dec 25, 2025
Final Announcement for Fully Funded Participant

Announcement for selected fully funded delegates.

9
Feb 02, 2026 Feb 05, 2026
Korean Youth Summit Program

Korean Youth Summit Program 2026.

Important: All dates and deadlines are subject to change. Please check this page regularly for the most up-to-date information. Active schedules are highlighted in yellow.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Event Details
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Korea Youth Summit 2026, initiated by Youth Break the Boundaries, is set to take place in Seoul, South Korea. This summit has a powerful theme of Cultural Heritage Preservation Project with the tagline Living Culture, Lasting Legacy. The summit aims to bring together young leaders from across the globe to discuss and work towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). The program will be held on Feb 02 - Feb 05, 2026.

The Korea Youth Summit 2026 will bring the theme Empowering Youth: Bridging Divides: Building Bridges with four subthemes: SDG 4 - Quality of Education , SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth , SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure , and SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities

Korea Youth Summit 2026 will be held for four days starting from February 02 -05, 2026. The program will consist of an International Youth Summit, Global Panel Discussion, Group Projects, Cultural Performance, Awarding Ceremony, and Worldwide Networking.

The objectives of the Korea Youth Summit (KYS) are to cultivate the spirit of talented youth leaders across diverse fields, foster and nurture the character of youth leadership, establish a strong presence for youth on the international stage, develop the leadership capabilities of youth, empowering them to actively contribute to their country's development, and create a robust network and lasting connections among KYS alumni to ensure the continuity of the Korea Youth Summit program for years to come

You can contact KYS Project Manager on [email protected] and KYS Public Relations on WhatsApp +62 851-7338-6622.

All activities at the Korea Youth Summit will be conducted in English, so it is recommended that participants have a strong command of the language.

Individuals between the ages of 15 and 40, regardless of educational or nationality background, are eligible as long as they have not been involved in any criminal activities.
Registration
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The registration will be held on August 1- September 30, 2025. Then the participants will get an acceptance announcement on October 5-10 2025

Please review the instructions for the registration process. The registration can be completed on the following website.

All participants have the chance to receive full funding for the program. Your profile, application, essay, and interview will be carefully evaluated. Present your best self and seize this valuable opportunity!

No, the registration fee as well as program fee aren't entitled to refund.

Participants submit their application on the website https://koreayouthsummit.com

Participants need to register through our website at: https://koreayouthsummit.com

The Korea Youth Summit program is funded by participants themselves, but we also offer a fully funded option for top participants. Those who qualify after the initial application process will be invited to participate in the interview round to be considered for the fully funded program.

Participants only need to prepare an essay. For the rules of writing the essay, all the details can be found in this guidelines book.

Participants will receive email confirmation from Youth Break the Boundaries when the application and payment is submitted successfully.
Payments
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Make sure that you have made a purchase with the selected payment method on our website. The process is automatic. Please contact [email protected] or WhatsApp at +62 851-7338-6622.
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