The Youth Global Forum 2027 brings 250 participants to Paris, France, from 20 to 23 January 2027 for four days of leadership development, policy dialogue, workshops and global networking. 30 seats are Fully Funded and 40 are Partially Funded; the rest are paid, guaranteed-seat categories. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the organiser's official page and set out every category, price and condition below. This is a privately organised forum: it is not part of Erasmus+ or the European Solidarity Corps (ESC).
What the Youth Global Forum 2027 Is
🌐 Organiser: TheCGDL, described on its page as a Canadian public policy institute driving global change through dialogue, innovation and leadership
📍 Venue: Paris, France
🗓️ Dates: 20-23 January 2027
👥 Total seats: 250
🕊️ Background: the first edition was held in Madrid, Spain, in January 2026; the 2027 edition arrives in Paris with expanded programming and new institutional engagements
Not an Erasmus+ or ESC Project: Please Read First
⚠️ Different programme: the Youth Global Forum is not funded or run under Erasmus+ or the European Solidarity Corps, so the usual no-fee rules of those programmes do not apply here
💳 Fees apply: there is an application fee for the funded categories and a participation price for the guaranteed categories, all listed in the sections below
🔎 Check before you pay: read how we review listings in how Youth Works Hub checks opportunities and compare every fee with the organiser's own page before paying
Four Participation Categories and 250 Seats
🥇 Fully Funded: 30 seats, competitive selection
🥈 Partially Funded: 40 seats, competitive selection
🎟️ Forum Admission: 100 seats, guaranteed selection
🏨 Self-Funded: 80 seats, guaranteed selection
Funded Categories: Competitive Selection
The Fully Funded and Partially Funded categories are offered to outstanding applicants based on merit, motivation and global representation. Both share one unified application form, and the application fee is $16.99.
What the Fully Funded Category Includes
✈️ Airfare: round-trip international airfare support
🏨 Accommodation: twin-shared accommodation at a 4-star hotel
🍽️ Meals: meals and coffee breaks
🎤 Programme: full Forum participation, workshops and policy masterclasses
🏛️ Institutional visits: guided visits to international organisations
📚 Materials: conference materials
📜 Certificate: Certificate of Recognition
🛂 Visa support: Visa Invitation Letter and Support
What the Partially Funded Category Includes
The Partially Funded category gives significant subsidisation, and the page lists the same package as above except for airfare.
🏨 Accommodation: twin-shared accommodation at a 4-star hotel
🍽️ Meals: meals and coffee breaks
🎤 Programme: full Forum participation, workshops and policy masterclasses
🏛️ Institutional visits: included
📚 Materials: conference materials
📜 Certificate: Certificate of Recognition
🛂 Visa support: Visa Invitation Letter and Support
🚫 Not included: airfare
Guaranteed Categories: Confirmed Seats
These categories have no competitive selection. Applicants secure their seat when they complete registration. For each paid category the official page shows two prices side by side, and the page does not say which one is current, so check the live page before paying.
Forum Admission: Guaranteed Entry Without Accommodation
💲 Price shown on the page: $799.99 and $399.00
🍽️ Included: meals and coffee breaks, full Forum participation, workshops and policy masterclasses, institutional visits, conference materials, Certificate of Recognition, Visa Invitation Letter and Support
🚫 Not included: airfare and accommodation
Self-Funded: Guaranteed Entry With Accommodation
💲 Price shown on the page: $999.99 and $699.0
🏨 Included: twin-shared accommodation at a 4-star hotel, meals and coffee breaks, full Forum participation, workshops and policy masterclasses, institutional visits, conference materials, Certificate of Recognition, Visa Invitation Letter and Support
🚫 Not included: airfare
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Visa Invitation Letter Package
Applicants who want to start their visa application early can request an official invitation package before confirming participation.
💲 Price shown on the page: $299.99 and $99.00
✉️ Official Visa Invitation Letter: signed and stamped
✅ Forum Confirmation
📋 Visa Document Checklist
🏛️ Embassy Coordination
🔄 Upgrade option: participants in this category may later upgrade to another participation category, with the cost of the visa letter fully adjusted towards it
What You Will Experience in Paris
🎙️ Keynote addresses: perspectives from experienced voices on today's global challenges
🗣️ High-level panel discussions: diverse views on global issues and opportunities
🛠️ Interactive workshops: practical sessions that encourage learning, collaboration and participation
📘 Policy masterclasses: real-world policy challenges explored with experienced practitioners and experts
🎭 Cultural exchange activities: diverse traditions and experiences with an international community
💬 Group discussions: sharing ideas and learning from other participants
🤝 Networking receptions and leadership dialogues: listed in the organiser's FAQ
🎓 Closing ceremony: with certification
Institutional Visits: UNESCO Headquarters and More
The page calls the institutional experience a defining feature of the 2027 Forum. Delegates take part in guided visits to UNESCO Headquarters and other international organisations in Paris, to see how global institutions contribute to diplomacy, education, sustainable development, science, culture and multilateral policymaking. The visits are meant to connect the ideas discussed at the Forum with their real-world applications and to give practical insight into the processes that shape international policy.
Forum Themes
🏛️ Leadership and Global Governance
⚖️ Public Policy and Diplomacy
🤖 AI and Digital Transformation
🌱 Climate Action and Sustainability
💡 Entrepreneurship and Innovation
🧑🤝🧑 Youth Participation and Global Cooperation
🕊️ Human Rights and Social Inclusion
🎯 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Who Can Apply
🎂 Age: 16 to 46
🌍 Countries: open to young leaders from all countries and academic backgrounds
🎓 Profiles named on the page: students, young professionals, social entrepreneurs, policy enthusiasts, activists and human rights defenders, content creators and digital storytellers, youth workers and NGO leaders, and innovators passionate about global change
🌟 Experience: none needed, only motivation and commitment to growth
How Funded Applications Are Selected
The Fully Funded and Partially Funded categories are assessed with a rubric-based model, to keep the process fair and transparent. The selection team looks at:
🎯 Motivation and clarity of purpose
🌟 Leadership potential and community engagement
🧭 Relevance to the Forum's themes
🌐 Global awareness and commitment to learning
Why Paris
The organiser describes Paris as an ideal setting for a global youth forum: a city that combines international diplomacy, culture, education and global cooperation, and home to leading international institutions. Participants can experience one of Europe's most influential diplomatic and cultural capitals while gaining exposure to the ideas and organisations shaping international policy.
Why Attend
🎓 Learn from speakers and practitioners: internationally recognised voices
🛠️ Take part in workshops and masterclasses: interactive and policy-focused
🤝 Build networks: friendships and professional links across continents
💬 Exchange ideas: with young leaders from around the world
🏛️ Visit organisations: leading international bodies based in Paris
🗼 Experience Paris: one of Europe's diplomatic and cultural capitals
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Youth Global Forum 2027?
Applications are open to young leaders from all countries and academic backgrounds, including students, graduates, young professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs, NGO representatives, educators and emerging leaders. Applicants must be between 16 and 46 years old.
Is the Youth Global Forum part of Erasmus+ or the European Solidarity Corps?
No. It is a forum organised by TheCGDL and it is not run under Erasmus+ or ESC. Fees apply, as listed above.
How much does it cost to apply for a funded seat?
The Fully Funded and Partially Funded categories share one application form with an application fee of $16.99. Fully Funded covers airfare support, accommodation, meals, the programme and a visa invitation letter; Partially Funded covers the same except airfare.
Is airfare included?
Only in the Fully Funded category. Partially Funded, Forum Admission and Self-Funded do not include airfare.
Can I apply only for a visa invitation letter?
Yes. The Visa Invitation Letter package includes a signed and stamped invitation letter, Forum confirmation, a visa document checklist and embassy coordination, and its cost can later be adjusted toward another participation category.
Will participants visit international institutions in Paris?
Yes. Delegates take part in guided visits to UNESCO Headquarters and other international organisations in Paris.
What topics will be discussed?
Leadership, public policy, diplomacy, artificial intelligence, climate action, youth participation, entrepreneurship, global cooperation, education, digital transformation, social inclusion, human rights and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Deadline
⏳ 20 November 2026 (deadline for funded applications)
Links
🔗 Funded application form (Fully and Partially Funded): https://thecgdl.org/youth-global-forum-2027-funded-category-form
🔗 Official Forum page: https://thecgdl.org/ygf2027/
✉️ Contact: info@thecgdl.org
