The International Youth Conference 15 (IYC15) is a four-day hybrid conference held from 20 to 23 May 2027 in Los Angeles, California, with in-person and virtual participation accessible from anywhere. It is organised by the International Organization of Youth (IOY), welcomes all age groups, and the official registration page states that participation is free for all registered delegates. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the official pages and summarised the format, theme, track record and how to register.
What Is IYC15?
🌐 The International Youth Conference is the flagship platform of the International Organization of Youth (IOY). It brings together young leaders, policymakers and changemakers from across the globe.
🗓️ IYC15 is the 15th edition and runs from 20 to 23 May 2027, with four days of dialogue, policy and action.
📍 The in-person part takes place in Los Angeles, California, and the conference is hybrid, so you can also take part virtually from anywhere.
🎯 Theme: Future of Sustainable Development and Global Partnership. The organisers say they bring young leaders together with governments, institutions and partners to shape this theme.
Not an Erasmus+ or ESC Programme
⚠️ IYC15 is not part of Erasmus+ and not part of the European Solidarity Corps (ESC). It is a conference run by IOY, so it has no connection to those EU programmes.
🆓 The official registration page says: participation in IYC15 is free for all registered delegates. No participation fee is listed. The page does not mention scholarships, travel funding or accommodation, so in-person attendance in Los Angeles is at your own cost.
How the Conference Works
🏛️ The conference is held twice a year: in Los Angeles in May and in New York City in September, during UNGA High-Level Week.
📄 According to the organisers, IYC produces policy outcomes, youth declarations and frameworks that are submitted to the United Nations.
🌍 IOY was founded in 2019 and says it operates across 186+ countries, with a seat at UNGA, HLPF, ECOSOC and CSW.
🧭 The organisers describe IYC as the world's premier platform for youth diplomacy, policy and global governance.
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Track Record of Recent Editions
📊 IYC14, New York City, September 2026: 66,531 online registered participants from 197 countries.
📈 IYC13, Los Angeles, May 2026: 23,659 online registered participants and 307 in-person participants from 141 countries.
🤝 Listed partners include UNITAR, UCLA Luskin, UN Geneva Beyond Lab, UNA-USA UCLA, University of San Diego, LA County Youth Development, IAAI Glocha, LACOE, UN-Habitat, IOM and UNEP. These are partners named by the organisers.
Who Can Join
🌍 The conference is open to delegates worldwide, and the organisers cite participants from 186+ countries.
🎂 Target group: all age groups are welcome.
💻 Format: in-person in Los Angeles or virtual, accessible from anywhere.
📝 Before you register, read the IYC Terms and Conditions linked on the registration page.
Other Ways to Get Involved
🎤 The official page also lists an option to apply as a speaker.
🙋 Volunteer opportunities are listed on the same page.
🤝 Collaboration inquiries are accepted through the organisers.
How to Apply
1️⃣ Open the official IYC15 registration page and complete the registration form.
2️⃣ Read the IYC Terms and Conditions before you register.
3️⃣ Send questions about registration to the support email address listed on the registration page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is IYC15 free?
Yes. The official registration page states that participation in IYC15 is free for all registered delegates.
Is IYC15 part of Erasmus+ or the European Solidarity Corps?
No. It is an IOY conference and is not an Erasmus+ or ESC activity.
Do I have to travel to Los Angeles?
No. The conference is hybrid, with in-person and virtual participation accessible from anywhere.
What are the dates?
IYC15 takes place from 20 to 23 May 2027.
Is there an age limit?
The official page says all age groups are welcomed.
Deadline
⏳ As soon as possible!
Links
🔗 Registration: https://iycforyouth.org/registration
📧 Registration support: support@iycforyouth.org
📧 General contact: info@ioyforyouth.org
