Global Youth & Survivor Summit 2026 in Manila: Applications Open for Young Leaders and Survivor Advocates to End Violence Against Children

Overview

The Global Youth & Survivor Summit 2026 is an international gathering designed to place young people and survivor advocates at the centre of global conversations about preventing and ending violence against children. Taking place on 15–16 November 2026 at the Marriott Manila Hotel in Manila, Philippines, the event brings together young leaders, survivor advocates, policymakers, donors, and civil society organizations.

The Summit serves as a dedicated platform to exchange experiences, develop policy recommendations, strengthen international networks, and influence global action. It is organized immediately ahead of the Second Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children, offering participants a crucial opportunity to contribute youth- and survivor-led perspectives to international policy discussions.

Eligibility

• Open to young people, survivor leaders, and child-protection advocates.
• Applicants aged 18 and above are eligible to apply for a limited number of fully funded places.
• Applicants aged 15 to 17 years old are permitted to participate only if nominated, fully funded, and fully supported by a partner organization.
• Participants must demonstrate relevant experience, motivation, or lived experience related to child protection, youth leadership, or advocacy.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must complete and submit the official online application form before the closing time. No registration fee is required to participate in the Summit.

Applicants requesting financial support should clearly outline their circumstances in the application form. Selection for the Summit does not automatically grant access or an invitation to the official Second Global Ministerial Conference.

Deadline

Applications must be submitted by 25 September 2026 at 23:59 Philippine Time (UTC+8).