The CIPS (Center for International Policy and Sustainability) invites participants from over 120 countries to explore the most pressing challenges of our time: from climate action and artificial intelligence to sustainable development and global governance, while directly engaging with the institutions and leaders driving change worldwide. The Summit will take place in Geneva from 5 to 8 February 2026.

Two participation categories

• Competitive categories: selection based on merit, leadership potential and application strength. 
• Guaranteed participation: confirmed spot upon payment

Who is eligible

• Aged 17 to 46 coming worldwide 
• Students, youth leaders, entrepreneurs
• Tech and innovation enthusiasts 
• Social, humanitarian, medical sciences students and professionals
• Media professionals

Funding

• 30 fully funded seats= $16.99 (road trip, accommodation, all meals, public transport, visa support, exclusive visits at the UN headquarters…) 
• 40 partially funded seats= $13.99
• Not funded seats= $599- $999

The money paid for the funded and partially funded seats will be recouped upon selection.

Deadline: 15 December 2025.

Read more here.