Young Public Diplomacy Summit (YPDS) 2026 in Jakarta, Indonesia

The Young Public Diplomacy Summit (YPDS) 2026 is a 4-day international event scheduled from August 13 to 16, 2026, in Jakarta, Indonesia. Organized by the Center for Strategy & Cultural Diplomacy (CSCD), this summit brings together young leaders, students, and professionals from around the world to focus on critical themes such as diplomacy, leadership, peacebuilding, strategic communication, and international cooperation. The program includes keynote sessions, workshops, policy discussions, networking events, and leadership activities, aiming to empower the next generation of global leaders.

The summit offers different participation categories: * Scholarship Category: This option provides comprehensive support, including travel assistance up to USD 1,000 (based on country of residence and actual travel costs), accommodation for 3 nights, meals during the forum, access to all workshops, field visits, mentorship, a certificate of participation, and qualification for a virtual course. * Partially Funded Category: Participants are required to contribute USD 300. This category covers a CSCD Invitation Letter, meals during the forum, 3 nights accommodation, access to all workshops, field visits, mentorship, a certificate of participation, and qualification for a virtual course. Airfare is not included. * Self-Finance Category: This category includes a CSCD Invitation Letter, meals during the forum, 3 nights accommodation, access to all workshops, field visits, mentorship, a certificate of participation, and qualification for a virtual course. * Summit Pass Category: This provides forum access, meals, workshops, mentorship, field visits, virtual course qualification, and a certificate.

This summit is open to students, young professionals, researchers, and youth leaders aged between 16 and 40 years old. Applicants should demonstrate an interest in diplomacy, leadership, public policy, international relations, or cultural exchange. Participants from various regions, including Asia, Europe, Africa (Ethiopian students are eligible), and the Middle East, are strongly encouraged to apply. No prior diplomatic experience is required, and there is no need for IELTS or any other language proficiency test for the application.

Applicants must be between 16 and 40 years old. They should be students, young professionals, researchers, or youth leaders with an interest in the summit's themes. Specific document requirements are not clearly stated in the provided content, but an online application form will need to be completed with personal and professional information.

To apply, you must visit the official Young Public Diplomacy Summit (YPDS) 2026 website (thecscd.org/ypds-jakarta-2026/). On the website, you will need to choose your preferred participation category (Scholarship, Partially Funded, Self-Finance, or Summit Pass) and pay any required application fee. Then, complete the online application form, providing all necessary personal and professional details. Ensure your application is submitted before the stated deadline. After submission, you will await selection results and further instructions from the organizer.

The YPDS aims to develop strategic thinking, promote cultural engagement, encourage policy innovation, and strengthen global networks among young leaders. It provides a platform to analyze international affairs, foster cross-cultural understanding, design actionable policy proposals, and connect with international institutions, think tanks, and embassies in Jakarta. The summit also focuses on enhancing critical thinking, public speaking, and negotiation skills through practical simulations.