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The New Generation Leaders Summit 2027 offers 40 funded places for a three-day youth leadership summit in Bangkok, Thailand, from 23 to 25 February 2027. Fully funded delegates get round-trip airfare support, a shared room in a 4-star hotel, summit meals, a visa invitation letter and a visa fee refund.
It is run by Better World Charity, a non-profit organisation, and is open to people aged 18 to 40 from any country. There are 140 delegates in total, and every applicant pays a USD 17 application fee.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Bangkok, Thailand |
| Organiser | Better World Charity |
| Dates | 23 to 25 February 2027 |
| Places | 140 delegates, 40 funded (fully or partially) |
| Fully funded | Airfare support, 4-star shared room, meals, visa letter, visa fee refund |
| Who can apply | Ages 18 to 40, any country |
| Application fee | USD 17 (non-refundable) |
| Deadline | 30 November 2026 |
What is the New Generation Leaders Summit?
The summit brings together young people who are already making a difference in their communities. Its theme for 2027 is “Reimagining Leadership for a Sustainable Future”. The first edition took place in Dubai in January 2025.
Over three days you hear keynotes and panels, join workshops on public speaking, project design, fundraising and personal branding, and work in a small international team on a challenge linked to one of the Sustainable Development Goals. There is a cultural evening, an evening on the Chao Phraya river and a Bangkok tour. The summit ends with the Bangkok Youth Declaration and a certificate of participation.
What you get
There are three types of place.
- Fully funded: round-trip airfare support, shared 4-star accommodation, visa support and an official invitation letter, visa fee reimbursement, summit meals, a delegate kit, the Bangkok tour and a certificate
- Partially funded: shared 4-star accommodation and the full summit programme, without the flight
- Self-funded: a USD 500 conference fee, paid once a place is offered, which covers hotel nights, meals, airport transfers, the programme and the invitation letter, but not flights or visa fees
There are 40 funded places, fully or partially funded, and 100 self-funded places. Every delegate gets the same programme in Bangkok.
Who can apply
- Aged 18 to 40
- From any country
- Already taking initiative in your community, organisation, business or studies
- Interested in acting on at least one Sustainable Development Goal
- Comfortable with discussions and group work in English
- A passport valid until at least August 2027, or able to get one
- Able to attend all three days
Is there an application fee?
Yes. Every applicant pays a USD 17 application fee. It is not refundable, even if you are not selected, unless the organisers cancel the summit before decisions are announced. Self-funded delegates also pay the USD 500 conference fee if they accept a place.
Do I need a title or a big job?
No. The organisers say you don’t need a title, you need a track record of taking initiative. Students, young professionals, social entrepreneurs, activists, NGO staff and public servants are all welcome. Financial need is considered for funded places.
How applications are judged
- Leadership and impact: what you have done, at any scale, and what changed
- Motivation: why this summit, why now, and what you’ll bring
- Your link to the Sustainable Development Goals
- Your plan to share what you learn when you go home
- A balanced group by region, gender and background
How to write a strong application
- Pick one project you have led and describe it with real results.
- Name the SDG your work connects to and explain how.
- Give a clear plan for sharing what you learn, such as a workshop at your school or in your community.
- If you need funding, say so plainly. Financial need is part of the decision.
Our guide on how to write a motivation letter can help.
How to apply, step by step
- Read the summit page and the FAQ on the official website.
- Prepare your answers on leadership, motivation, the SDGs and your sharing plan.
- Fill in the online application and pay the USD 17 fee.
- Submit by 30 November 2026.
- Track your status with the private link in your confirmation email.
Selection process
The selection committee reads and scores every complete application against the same criteria. Applications are reviewed after the closing date, and every applicant gets an email with the outcome.
Deadline
Deadline: 30 November 2026
There is one closing date for funded and self-funded places.
Have a question?
Ask in the comments and we’ll help where we can.
Related reading
- United Diplomats Global Assembly 2027 in Bangkok, Thailand (30 Fully Funded Seats)
- International Volunteer Fellowship Thailand 2026 (15 Fully Funded Seats)
- World Leaders Convention 2027 in Vienna, Austria (20 Fully Funded Seats)
- Global Youth Impact Summit Paris 2027 (Funded Seats Available)
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