Generation Hope Goals 2027: Actions for the SDGs — Apply to Showcase Youth Climate Solutions at the Asia-Pacific SDG Forum

Overview

Generation Hope Goals 2027: Actions for the SDGs is a regional initiative designed to identify, strengthen, promote, and scale innovative solutions developed by children and young people. Organized through a multi-organizational collaboration, the program gives youth a platform to demonstrate practical solutions contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The 2027 cycle culminates at the 14th Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) in Bangkok, Thailand, in February 2027. Finalist teams will present their projects to a diverse regional audience working on sustainable development, climate action, and the 2030 Agenda.

Benefits

• Regional visibility by presenting work at a major UN sustainable development forum.
• Participation in online semi-final pitching, mentorship, and pitch-refinement workshops.
• Networking opportunities with other young innovators, decision-makers, and regional stakeholders.
• Potential to have work recognized, further developed, or scaled.

Eligibility

• Open to children and young people between the ages of 14 and 24.
• Applicants must be connected to existing groups, networks, or organizations in Asia and the Pacific.
• Initiatives must be currently implemented climate or sustainability actions rather than early-stage ideas.
• Projects must clearly align with one or more targeted SDGs, specifically SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), SDG 15 (Life on Land), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

How to Apply

Eligible applicants must complete the official submission process before the deadline. Submissions can be made via the online application form provided by the organizers, or through the offline application form available in the event's Documents section.

Deadline

Applications must be submitted by 12 October 2026 at 11:59 PM Bangkok time (UTC+7).