Young leaders, students, entrepreneurs, and changemakers from around the world are invited to apply for the Global Youth Impact Summit 2026 (GYIS) in Portugal. The summit will be held in the beautiful city of Porto from 3–6 September 2026 and is organized by the Council for Global Affairs and Development.

Participants can apply without IELTS or TOEFL and may receive fully funded or partially funded support.

🔆 Quick Overview

✅ Host Country: Portugal
✅ City: Porto
✅ Event Name: Global Youth Impact Summit 2026
✅ Organizer: Council for Global Affairs and Development
✅ Dates: 3–6 September 2026
✅ Funding Type: Fully Funded / Partially Funded / Self-Funded
✅ Application Fee: $15.99
✅ IELTS Requirement: Not Required

🔆 Benefits

Fully Funded Seats (25 Seats)

✅ Airfare support
✅ Free accommodation
✅ Meals during the summit
✅ Delegate kit and summit materials
✅ Cultural exchange activities
✅ Visa support
✅ Official certificate
✅ Access to workshops and networking sessions

Partially Funded Seats (35 Seats)

✅ Accommodation support
✅ Meals
✅ Summit materials
✅ Cultural activities
✅ Certification
✅ Networking opportunities

🔆 Summit Activities

✅ Leadership workshops
✅ Expert panel discussions
✅ Mentorship sessions
✅ Cultural exchange programs
✅ Networking opportunities
✅ Leadership simulations

🔆 Eligibility Criteria

✅ Be at least 15 years old
✅ Have an interest in leadership and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
✅ Be passionate about social impact and innovation
✅ Be able to participate actively in summit activities
✅ Applicants from all countries are eligible

The summit welcomes:

✅ Students
✅ Young professionals
✅ Entrepreneurs
✅ Activists
✅ NGO workers
✅ Youth leaders
✅ Changemakers

🔆 Why Porto, Portugal?

✅ UNESCO World Heritage sites
✅ Youth-friendly environment
✅ Strong innovation ecosystem
✅ Historic architecture
✅ Sustainable urban development initiatives

🔆 Require Documents

✅ Valid Passport or National ID
✅ Updated CV/Resume
✅ Personal Statement or Motivation Letter
✅ Recent Photograph
✅ Supporting certificates or achievements (optional)

🔆 How to Apply

✅ Complete the online application form through the official CGAD portal
✅ Submit all required details and documents
✅ Pay the application fee of $15.99
✅ One application will automatically be considered for all funding categories

🔆 Deadline

✅ Application Deadline: 1 July 2026