The Future Leaders Assembly 2027 (FLA 2027) takes place in Sydney, Australia, from 15 to 18 March 2027. Organised by Ecovay, it welcomes participants aged 15 to 50 of all nationalities and fields of study for four days of keynotes, workshops, panels and cultural exchange. 70 scholarships are offered (15 fully funded and 55 partially funded) for a $17 application fee, and paid places are open too. The deadline is 05 January 2027. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the organiser's official page and set out every category, price and date below. This is a privately organised event in the Others category: it is not part of Erasmus+ or the European Solidarity Corps (ESC).
What the Future Leaders Assembly 2027 Is
📍 Venue: Sydney, Australia
🗓️ Dates: 15-18 March 2027
🏢 Organiser: Ecovay
👥 Participants: ages 15-50, all nationalities, all educational backgrounds
🗣️ Language: English is the primary working language
🥇 First in Australia: the very first Future Leaders Assembly hosted in Australia, and the 6th edition of Ecovay's international leadership assembly
The organiser describes the assembly as leadership training built for a world in motion: artificial intelligence is rewriting careers, climate pressure demands shared action, and a rising generation wants a real seat at the table where decisions are made. Across four immersive days, delegates take part in keynotes, workshops, panels, interactive sessions and cultural exchange, all built to move participants from discussing global challenges to defining their own role in solving them.
Not an Erasmus+ or ESC Project: Please Read First
⚠️ Different programme: the assembly is organised by Ecovay and 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 a $17 application fee for the scholarships and paid prices for the self-funded, forum access and invitation letter categories, all listed below
🔎 Check before you pay: compare every fee with the organiser's own page before paying
Eight Themes That Define the Decade Ahead
The assembly is organised around eight discussion areas:
🧭 Future Leadership and Global Cooperation: adaptability, ethical judgment, resilience and cross-cultural collaboration
🤝 Diplomacy and International Dialogue: how negotiation, cultural understanding and cooperation help solve challenges no country can tackle alone
🤖 Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work: how AI and emerging technology are changing education, industries, jobs, communication and leadership
🌱 Climate Action and Sustainable Development: climate leadership, environmental responsibility, community action and fresh approaches to sustainable growth
💡 Entrepreneurship and Innovation: how creativity and entrepreneurial thinking turn ideas into businesses, initiatives and real solutions
🗳️ Youth Participation and Global Governance: how emerging generations can take part in institutions, policymaking and civic decision-making
🌟 Personal Leadership and Professional Growth: confidence, communication, networking, teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving
🏘️ Social Impact and Community Leadership: identifying community challenges, designing solutions, mobilising people and creating lasting impact
The Four-Day Experience
The programme follows four steps:
🔗 Day 1, Connect: a warm welcome, registration, opening activities and introductions, plus interactive networking sessions that bring together people from different countries, cultures and backgrounds
📘 Day 2, Learn: keynotes, interactive workshops and panel discussions on pressing global challenges, practical leadership skills and responsible decision-making
🧩 Day 3, Collaborate: international dialogue, team activities, innovation sessions and cultural exchanges, with recognition activities and closing sessions
🚀 Day 4, Lead Forward: carrying the momentum beyond Sydney with new skills, fresh perspectives and a global network, ready to turn ideas into action
Why Sydney?
Set in the heart of the Asia-Pacific, Sydney is known for its multicultural communities, strong academic life, entrepreneurial energy and global connections. The organiser says these qualities mirror what the assembly stands for: diversity, innovation, open dialogue, ambition and opportunity. For four days the city hosts people who differ in nationality, culture, profession, education and experience, yet share one goal: building a better future together.
70 Scholarships: What the Two Types Cover
🎟️ 15 Fully Funded Scholarships
🎫 55 Partially Funded Scholarships
One scholarship application covers both categories, and a $17 application fee applies (the organiser's FAQ breaks it down as a $14.99 application fee plus a $2 processing fee).
What the Fully Funded Scholarship Includes
✈️ Airfare and travel support
🏨 Shared accommodation in Sydney during the official programme
🍽️ Meals during the official programme
🏛️ Full access to all FLA 2027 sessions
🎤 Keynotes, panels and interactive sessions
🛠️ Leadership and professional development workshops
🌐 International networking
📣 Speaking and engagement opportunities
🏙️ Sydney cultural and city experience
🎭 Cultural exchange activities
🛂 Official visa support documentation
🏤 Embassy and visa coordination, where applicable
🎁 Official merchandise and delegate kit
📜 Certificate of participation
🤗 Access to the international FLA community
Airfare and travel support follow the limits, reimbursement process and conditions set out in the official Terms and Conditions for Fully Funded delegates.
What the Partially Funded Scholarship Includes
The Partially Funded package has the same benefits as the Fully Funded one except airfare and travel support:
🏨 Shared accommodation in Sydney during the official programme
🍽️ Meals during the official programme
🏛️ Full access to all FLA 2027 sessions
🎤 Keynotes, panels and interactive sessions
🛠️ Leadership and professional development workshops
🌐 International networking
📣 Speaking and engagement opportunities
🎭 Cultural exchange activities
🏙️ Sydney cultural and city experience
🛂 Official visa support documentation
🏤 Embassy and visa coordination, where applicable
🎁 Official merchandise and delegate kit
📜 Certificate of participation
🤗 Access to the international FLA community
Partially Funded delegates cover their own airfare, visa fees, travel insurance and personal expenses unless their official confirmation states otherwise.
Attending Without a Scholarship
Three paid categories are open to people who prefer not to compete for a scholarship:
🛏️ Self Funded: $449 (listed with $799 as the crossed-out price), plus a $50 processing fee, so $499 in total. It includes confirmed participation once registration is complete, shared accommodation, meals during the official programme, full access to all sessions and workshops, networking and speaking opportunities, cultural activities, participation and invitation documentation, visa support documentation, embassy and visa coordination where applicable, merchandise and delegate kit, a certificate and access to the FLA community. Self Funded delegates cover their own airfare, visa fees, travel insurance and personal expenses.
🎟️ Forum Access: $199 (listed with $349 as the crossed-out price), plus a $25 processing fee, so $224 in total. It covers the complete FLA programme with meals during the official programme, but accommodation is not included: delegates arrange their own accommodation, airfare, visa fees, travel insurance, local transport and personal expenses.
📨 Invitation Letter: $75 (listed with $149 as the crossed-out price). It covers the official invitation and visa support documents for FLA 2027: a visa support and official invitation letter, embassy coordination for visa processing, a visa documentation checklist and guidance, and processing in 24-48 hours.
Who Can Apply
The organiser says your degree does not define your leadership potential and your passport does not limit what you can contribute. FLA 2027 is open to:
🎂 Ages 15-50
🌍 All nationalities
🎓 All educational backgrounds
It especially welcomes students, young professionals, experienced professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, researchers, educators, volunteers, community leaders, social workers, innovators, emerging diplomats, NGO professionals, creatives, SDG advocates and youth leaders. First-time conference participants are welcome as long as they meet the eligibility requirements.
How Scholarship Applications Are Reviewed
Every scholarship application goes through an official review. The selection committee may consider:
🔥 Motivation
🏅 Leadership potential
🏘️ Community involvement
💼 Professional achievements
🤲 Volunteer experience
💡 Entrepreneurial initiatives
🌱 Social impact
🎨 Creativity and innovation
✍️ Quality of written responses: a clear, honest scholarship motivation letter helps here
🎯 Potential contribution to FLA 2027
🔍 Authenticity of the overall application
Important Dates
🗓️ Application deadline: 05 January 2027
📢 Results announcement: 15 January 2027
🏛️ Event dates: 15-18 March 2027
Travelling to Australia
International participants are responsible for meeting Australia's entry and visa requirements. Depending on the confirmed category, Ecovay may provide an official participation confirmation, invitation and supporting documentation, event information, accommodation documents if included, and other organisational documents and embassy communication where appropriate. Visa support means supporting documents and organisational coordination where applicable. Ecovay does not issue visas and cannot guarantee approval: every application is assessed independently by the Australian authorities, so the organiser encourages delegates to begin travel and visa preparations as early as possible.
The Global Journey: From Bali to Sydney
Sydney is the sixth stop in a growing international community. Previous editions took place in:
🇮🇩 Bali, Indonesia (2025): the first edition, 11-14 April 2025
🇲🇦 Casablanca, Morocco (2025): the second edition, 7-10 August 2025
🇿🇦 Cape Town, South Africa (2025): the Mandela Impact Forum, 20-23 November 2025
🇹🇷 Istanbul, Türkiye (2026): the third edition, 25-28 February 2026
🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2026): the fourth edition, 7-10 May 2026
🇦🇱 Tirana, Albania (2026): the fifth edition, 27-30 August 2026
Why Attend
🏆 Compete for 70 scholarships: 15 fully funded and 55 partially funded places in Sydney
🥇 Be part of a first: the very first Future Leaders Assembly hosted in Australia
🌐 Build a global network: meet peers from different countries, cultures, disciplines and industries
🧠 Develop future-ready skills: communication, teamwork, adaptability, critical thinking and problem-solving
📰 Engage with real issues: conversations on AI, diplomacy, sustainability, entrepreneurship and social impact
🗣️ Share your voice: engage and contribute throughout the programme
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Future Leaders Assembly 2027?
FLA 2027 is the 6th edition of Ecovay's international leadership assembly, taking place in Sydney, Australia, from 15 to 18 March 2027.
Is it an Erasmus+ or ESC project?
No. It is organised by Ecovay and is not part of Erasmus+ or the European Solidarity Corps, so fees apply.
How many scholarships are available?
70 in total: 15 Fully Funded and 55 Partially Funded.
What does the Fully Funded Scholarship cover?
Airfare and travel support, shared accommodation, meals, full programme access, workshops, networking, cultural activities, visa support documents, merchandise, a delegate kit and a certificate, subject to the official Terms and Conditions.
What does the Partially Funded Scholarship cover?
Everything in the Fully Funded package except airfare. Partially Funded delegates generally cover their own flights, visa fees, travel insurance and personal expenses.
Is there an application fee?
Yes. Scholarship applicants pay USD $17 ($14.99 application fee plus $2 processing fee). One application covers both scholarship categories.
Can I attend without applying for a scholarship?
Yes. Self Funded participation costs USD $499 ($449 plus a $50 processing fee) and includes shared accommodation. Forum Access costs USD $224 ($199 plus a $25 processing fee) and does not include accommodation.
Who can apply?
Anyone aged 15 to 50, from any country and any educational background. Students, professionals, founders, researchers and changemakers are all welcome.
Can I apply if I have never attended an international conference?
Yes. First-time participants are welcome as long as they meet the eligibility requirements.
Is this the first FLA in Australia?
Yes. Previous editions were held in Bali (2025), Casablanca (2025), Istanbul (2026), Kuala Lumpur (2026) and Tirana (2026).
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Participants who meet the participation requirements receive official recognition and a certificate.
Does selection guarantee an Australian visa?
No. Ecovay provides supporting documents, but visa decisions are made solely by the Australian authorities.
What language is the Assembly held in?
English is the primary working language.
Is FLA affiliated with the United Nations?
No. FLA is organised by Ecovay. Discussion of the UN Sustainable Development Goals does not imply any official affiliation or endorsement.
What is the application deadline?
05 January 2027. Results are scheduled for 15 January 2027.
Deadline
⏳ 05 January 2027
Link
🔗 Official page and application: https://ecovay.org/future-leaders-assembly-sydney-2027/
