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Korea Youth Summit 2026 Batch 2

LIVING CULTURE, LASTING LEGACY

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Sep 07 - Sep 10, 2026

Program Date

Seoul, South Korea

Location

4 Days

Program Duration

200 Slots

Capacity

Registration Guidelines

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Overview

Korea Youth Summit

Korea Youth Summit (KYS) 2026 is an international cultural exchange and leadership program organized by Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) Foundation. The summit is dedicated to inspiring emerging leaders to push beyond their limits, collaborate across cultures, and develop innovative strategies that drive sustainable change while preserving cultural heritage.

Under the 2026 theme, “Empowering Youth to Preserve Culture and Driving Sustainable Innovation,” KYS highlights the vital role of young leaders in safeguarding cultural identity while fostering forward-thinking solutions for global challenges. The summit serves as a dynamic platform where youth from diverse nations, disciplines, and backgrounds come together to exchange ideas, strengthen leadership capacity, and co-create impactful initiatives.

At the heart of KYS is its strong alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which guide global development efforts following the conclusion of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in 2015. The summit particularly emphasizes:

  • SDG 4: Quality Education
  • SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 9 : Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  • SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

Through panel discussions, expert-led sessions, cultural immersion activities, and collaborative community projects, participants critically explore sustainable development strategies within the interconnected areas of education, economy, industry, innovation, infrastructure, and sustainable communities.

Delegates are encouraged to engage in cross-cultural collaboration, enhancing essential leadership competencies such as critical thinking, problem-solving, intercultural communication, and teamwork. By fostering meaningful dialogue and global networking opportunities, KYS equips participants with the confidence and practical insights needed to implement transformative initiatives within their communities.

With the tagline “Living Culture, Lasting Legacy,” Korea Youth Summit 2026 goes beyond conventional networking. It creates a transformative experience where young leaders not only celebrate cultural diversity but also translate innovation into sustainable impact. By preserving heritage while embracing progress, KYS continues its mission to nurture globally minded changemakers who are prepared to shape a brighter and more sustainable future.

Program Rundowns

Detailed schedule of activities for this program

Date Time Range Activity Description
Sep 07, 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. Airport Assistance will be provided exclusively at Incheon International Airport, with an estimated schedule pickup session at approximately 12:00 PM local time.

Sep 08, 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.

Sep 09, 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

Sep 10, 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
Mar 03, 2026 May 05, 2026 Active Now
Participant Registration Fully Funded

Registration for fully funded.

2
Mar 03, 2026 Aug 07, 2026 Active Now
Participant Registration Self Funded

Self funded registration.

3
Mar 31, 2026 Apr 05, 2026
Batch 1 LoA Announcement

LoA Announcement for candidate who have been register as delegate.

3
Apr 20, 2026 Apr 25, 2026
Batch 2 LoA Announcement

Batch 2 LOA Announcement

4
May 10, 2026 May 15, 2026
Batch 3 LoA Announcement

LoA Announcement for candidate who have been register as delegate.

6
May 10, 2026 Aug 10, 2026
Batch 4 LoA Announcement

LoA Announcement for candidate who have been register as delegate.

7
Mar 20, 2026 Jun 05, 2026 Active Now
First Installment Payment

First Installment Payment.

7
Mar 20, 2026 Jul 05, 2026 Active Now
Second Installment Payment

The deadline for second installment payment.

9
Jun 10, 2026 Jun 15, 2026
Interview Announcement for Candidate

Interview Announcement for candidate.

10
Jun 16, 2026 Jun 30, 2026
Fully Funded Interview

Fully Funded Interview.

11
Jul 10, 2026 Jul 15, 2026
Final Announcement for Fully Funded Participant

Announcement for selected fully funded delegates.

12
Sep 07, 2026 Sep 10, 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 Sept 07 - Sept 10, 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 September 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 for fully funded will be held on February 15 - May 05, 2026. Then, the participants will get an acceptance announcement on July 10-15, 2026.

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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