Civic Youth Forum 2026

A 4-day civic leadership conference in Copenhagen that brings together 500 youth delegates to discuss democratic participation, public policy, and community governance. The forum includes policy labs, democracy dialogues, advocacy and negotiation workshops, and a civic tech track. Participants receive speaking opportunities, an international certificate, and leadership recognition. There are three scholarship tiers including 100 fully funded seats covering airfare, accommodation, meals, and visa fees.

Airfare support (for top 100), shared accommodation, meals and daily breakfast, visa fee coverage and embassy support (for top 100), forum access, speaking opportunity, international certificate and leadership recognition.

Aged 16-45 from any country; open to students, recent graduates, youth activists, NGO leaders, researchers, aspiring policymakers, and young public servants; working proficiency in English; demonstration of civic motivation and community engagement required.

Complete the online application form on the Centre for Diplomatic Advancement website and pay a non-refundable $17 application fee; one application covers all scholarship tiers.