✅ The Global Youth Festival 2026 (GYF 2026) will be held in Paris from 15–18 October 2026.

✅ Hosted by Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance, the festival will bring together young leaders, changemakers, entrepreneurs, activists, students, and professionals from more than 120 countries.
✅ GYF 2026 is a four-day international youth summit focused on leadership, diplomacy, innovation, sustainable development, cross-cultural dialogue, and global collaboration.
✅ A total of 350 scholarship awards are available for international participants.

🔆 Benefits

✅ Fully Funded Global Scholar Benefits (100 Awards):
✅ Round airfare support
✅ Full visa fee reimbursement
✅ Shared accommodation in Paris
✅ Daily breakfast and forum meals
✅ Full access to all sessions, workshops, and ceremonies
✅ Official HISA merchandise & welcome kit
✅ Youth statement speaking opportunity
✅ Official HISA certification
✅ Mentorship access

✅ Partially Funded Scholar Benefits (100 Awards):
✅ Shared accommodation in Paris
✅ Daily breakfast and forum meals
✅ Full festival access
✅ Official merchandise & welcome kit
✅ Speaking opportunity
✅ Official certification
✅ Mentorship access

🔆 Festival Themes

✅ Climate Action & Environmental Justice
✅ Peace, Diplomacy & Conflict Resolution
✅ Education, Innovation & the Future of Work
✅ Governance, Democracy & Civic Participation
✅ Human Rights, Equality & Social Justice
✅ Technology & Social Innovation
✅ Global Citizenship & Cultural Identity
✅ Mental Health, Well-being & Youth Resilience

🔆 Eligibility Criteria

✅ Applicants must be between 18–40 years old
✅ Open to all nationalities
✅ Working proficiency in English is required
✅ No specific academic or professional background required
✅ Students, graduates, NGO workers, entrepreneurs, researchers, artists, and professionals can apply
✅ Applicants must commit to attending the full four-day program

✅ HISA looks for:
✅ Leadership potential
✅ Passion for positive change
✅ Community involvement
✅ Cross-cultural collaboration skills
✅ Clear vision and motivation

🔆 How to Apply

✅ Visit the official HISA application portal
✅ Complete the online application form
✅ Submit your motivation statement
✅ Mention your leadership experience or community project
✅ Choose scholarship or paid participation category
✅ Submit the application before the deadline
✅ Wait for review by the HISA Admissions Committee

🔆 Require Documents

✅ Valid passport
✅ Updated CV/Resume
✅ Passport-size photograph
✅ Motivation statement
✅ Details of community project or initiative
✅ Academic or professional supporting documents (if available)
✅ English proficiency details (if applicable)

🔆 Scholarship Categories

✅ Tier 01 – Fully Funded Global Scholar
✅ 100 awards available
✅ Everything covered including airfare and accommodation

✅ Tier 02 – Partially Funded Scholar
✅ 100 awards available
✅ Accommodation and in-program expenses covered

✅ Tier 03 – Festival Pass Scholar
✅ 150 awards available
✅ Festival participation expenses covered

🔆 Deadline

✅ 20 July 2026
✅ Applicants should apply as early as possible before seats are filled

🔆 Why Join GYF 2026?

✅ Connect with youth leaders from 120+ countries
✅ Gain leadership and diplomacy skills
✅ Experience cultural exchange in France
✅ Build international networks
✅ Represent your country globally
✅ Receive internationally recognized HISA certification20 July