The Global Youth Leadership & Policy Summit 2027 takes place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 18 to 21 February 2027. It is organised by the Global Leadership Council (GLC) for students, emerging professionals, founders, researchers and young changemakers, and it connects leadership development with policy design, public speaking, negotiation, community action and cross-border collaboration. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the organiser's official event page and set out the programme, the three funding routes and every price below. This summit is organised by the Global Leadership Council: it is not part of Erasmus+ or the European Solidarity Corps (ESC), and an application fee applies.
What the Global Youth Leadership and Policy Summit 2027 Is
The summit's theme is Youth Leadership, Public Policy and Social Impact, under the idea of young voices shaping policy, leadership and public impact. Delegates explore how personal leadership can translate into credible policy ideas, community initiatives and responsible public action.
🌐 Organiser: Global Leadership Council
📍 Venue: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
🗓️ Dates: 18-21 February 2027 (four days)
👥 Total places: 350 across the three funding routes
🎯 Theme: Youth Leadership, Public Policy and Social Impact
Not an Erasmus+ or ESC Project: Please Read First
⚠️ Different programme: this summit is not funded or run under Erasmus+ or the European Solidarity Corps, so the no-fee rules of those programmes do not apply here
💳 Fees apply: every route requires a payment, listed in the next section
🔎 Check before you pay: read how Youth Works Hub checks opportunities and compare every fee with the organiser's own page before paying
Three Funding Routes and Their Prices
The organiser lists three routes. The payment submits an application for review: it does not guarantee selection, and application fees are not the same as programme or travel costs.
🥇 Fully Funded: USD 25, 50 places
🥈 Partially Funded: USD 99, 100 places
🎟️ Self Funded: USD 200, 200 places
🎤 Speaker application: USD 99, through a separate route
What the Fully Funded Route Includes
✈️ Flight: airfare
🏨 Accommodation: accommodation for the summit
🍽️ Meals: meals
🚌 Local transport: local transportation
🎫 Access: event access
🚫 Not included: personal expenses and optional activities
What the Partially Funded Route Includes
🏨 Accommodation: accommodation
🍽️ Meals: meals
🎫 Access: event access
🚫 Not included: airfare and personal expenses
What the Self Funded Route Includes
🎫 Access: event access
📘 Materials: official materials
🚫 Not included: travel, accommodation, meals and personal expenses
Leadership with Public Purpose
A practical international forum: policy labs, simulations, mentor conversations and collaborative sessions help participants turn ambition into an actionable leadership roadmap.
Summit Outcomes
📣 Policy communication: strengthen youth leadership and policy communication
🧠 Problem-solving: develop practical public problem-solving skills
🤝 Networks: build international peer and mentor networks
Four-Day Agenda
1️⃣ Day 1: opening forum and leadership orientation
2️⃣ Day 2: policy labs and negotiation simulations
3️⃣ Day 3: community action design and cross-border collaboration
4️⃣ Day 4: policy presentations and closing commitments
What Delegates Receive
🗂️ Full programme access: scheduled plenaries, workshops, labs, simulations and collaborative sessions
📜 Official certification: a participation certificate for delegates who complete the programme requirements
📘 Programme materials: the official agenda, delegate guidance and resources required for the sessions
🌐 International network: meet participants from different countries, sectors, academic backgrounds and career stages
🧩 Structured networking: guided introductions, working groups and collaborative discussions
🔀 Cross-border exchange: peer exchange, moderated networking and group work create space to compare perspectives and develop future collaborations
🧭 Post-event direction: leave with documented ideas, practical commitments and a clearer route for continued action
Who Can Apply
🌍 Nationalities: open to applicants of all nationalities
🎓 Backgrounds: students, graduates, young professionals, founders and changemakers may apply
📅 Availability: applicants must be available for the complete programme
How the Selection Journey Works
1️⃣ Submit application: choose the event and funding route, then provide your personal and motivation details
2️⃣ Application review: the selection team reviews eligibility, motivation, relevance and the completeness of the submission
3️⃣ Decision issued: successful applicants receive an official decision and instructions for confirming participation
4️⃣ Delegate onboarding: confirmed delegates receive programme guidance, documentation and arrival information before the event
Travel, Visa and Support Information
🧳 Travel and accommodation: coverage depends on the selected funding option, so review what is and is not included before applying
🛂 Travel preparation: review passport validity, destination entry rules and supporting travel documents before making final arrangements
📨 International applicants: applications are welcomed from all nationalities, and participants remain responsible for meeting entry and immigration requirements
✉️ Official communication: programme and onboarding instructions are issued only after an application has been reviewed and participation is confirmed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Global Youth Leadership and Policy Summit 2027 an Erasmus+ or ESC project?
No. It is a summit by the Global Leadership Council, and it is not part of Erasmus+ or the European Solidarity Corps.
How much does it cost to apply?
The application fee is USD 25 for the Fully Funded route, USD 99 for the Partially Funded route and USD 200 for the Self Funded route. A speaker application costs USD 99.
Does paying the fee guarantee a place?
No. The page states that payment submits an application for review and does not guarantee selection.
What does the Fully Funded route cover?
Airfare, accommodation, meals, local transportation and event access. Personal expenses and optional activities are not included.
Who can apply?
Applicants of all nationalities, including students, graduates, young professionals, founders and changemakers, who can attend the complete programme.
When and where is the summit?
From 18 to 21 February 2027 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Do I need to arrange my own visa?
Participants remain responsible for meeting entry and immigration requirements, so check passport validity and destination entry rules before booking.
Deadline
⏳ 04 January 2027
Links
🔗 Application form: https://theglcouncil.org/application?event=gypls-2026
🔗 Official event page: https://theglcouncil.org/events/gypls-2026
🔗 Organiser verification page: https://theglcouncil.org/is-global-leadership-council-legit
✉️ Contact: info@theglcouncil.org
