About the Summit
Welcome to Climate Action Week Maldives 2026 – Youth Climate Summit, a global platform uniting young leaders, changemakers, and sustainability advocates from every continent. 🌎
From 15 to 18 January 2026, participants will gather in the breathtaking islands of the Maldives 🇲🇻 — one of the nations most vulnerable to rising sea levels — to exchange ideas, co-create climate solutions, and commit to real action for a sustainable future.
Organised by IIMPS, this four-day summit combines learning, innovation, and cultural exchange. It empowers participants to understand how local communities adapt to climate challenges while developing their own leadership skills and global perspectives.
The event will conclude with the Youth Sustainability Declaration 2026, a powerful message to global institutions reflecting young people’s priorities in climate action. 🌍✊
Why You Should Join 💡
- 🌿 Network with global youth leaders, climate experts, and UN representatives
- 💬 Participate in innovation labs, climate workshops & sustainability dialogues
- 🌏 Present your own climate ideas or initiatives to an international audience
- 💼 Strengthen leadership, communication & problem-solving skills
- 🤝 Become part of the Youth Sustainability Alumni Network
- 🪴 Build visibility as a global advocate for climate resilience
Benefits for Fully Funded Delegates 🎓
Selected participants will receive:
- ✈️ Airfare support (fixed amount)
- 🏨 3 nights of accommodation
- 🍽 Meals during program hours
- 🧾 SDGs Leadership Certificate
- 🎁 Event merchandise & toolkit
- 📜 Visa assistance letter
- 💃 Cultural evening & networking activities
- 🎟 Full access to all sessions and workshops
Learning & Development Opportunities 🌎
- 🌐 Global networking with policymakers, NGOs, investors, and innovators
- 🧠 Hands-on learning via climate labs & policy simulations
- 🧭 Expert mentorship from scientists, UN officials, and sustainability leaders
- 🌞 Insights into renewable energy, blue economy, and eco-tourism in the Maldives
- 💪 Empowerment to design and scale your own sustainability initiatives
- 🤝 Opportunities for project collaboration, mentorship & funding connections
- 🎤 Visibility and recognition as a youth climate ambassador
Eligibility Criteria 👥
- Age: 15–50
- Open to all nationalities and academic backgrounds
- Students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and activists are welcome
- Strong interest in climate change, sustainability, and SDGs
- Good command of English
- Must attend the full 4-day program (in-person or hybrid format)
Event Details 📅
- Dates: 15–18 January 2026
- Format: Hybrid (in-person in the Maldives + virtual access)
- Location: Maldives 🇲🇻
- Host Organisation: IIMPS
Application Process 📝
Step 1: Complete the online application form
Step 2: Submit the following documents:
- CV / Resume
- Motivation letter (300 words)
- Supporting documents (awards, certificates, or publications)
Step 3: Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an online interview.
Step 4: Final selected participants receive official confirmation and funding details.
Application Deadline 📆
- 30 November 2025
Application Link 🔗
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