World Forum for Democracy 2026 Youth Delegation
The Council of Europe is selecting up to 50 young people worldwide to contribute a youth perspective to the 2026 World Forum for Democracy and its debate on democratic security and renewal.
- Host
- Council of Europe Youth Department
- Applications close 14 August 2026 at 14:00 Strasbourg time
- Applications close 14 August 2026 at 14:00 Strasbourg time: Aug 14, 2026
- Support
- Travel and visa costs covered; accommodation and meals provided
- Location
- See official call page
- Discipline
- Public Policy, Governance and International Development
- Region
- Global / Strasbourg, France
- Posted
- Aug 3, 2026
Call summary
Overview
Delegates complete online preparation, two days of training, the World Forum for Democracy and a dedicated Youth Day in Strasbourg from 30 October to 5 November 2026.
Who can apply
Applicants must be 18-30, represent an active youth organisation or movement, work in English, attend every phase and be able to follow up the Forum's results in their organisation and community.
What it supports
- Democratic security, renewal and the New Democratic Pact for Europe.
- Innovative democratic practices and meaningful youth participation.
- Policy dialogue with political decision-makers, activists and civil society.
Fees, funding, or support
- The Council of Europe covers travel and visa costs under its rules.
- Accommodation and meals are provided at the European Youth Centre Strasbourg.
Applications close 14 August 2026 at 14:00 Strasbourg time
Applications close 14 August 2026 at 14:00 Strasbourg time: Aug 14, 2026
How to apply
Complete the official online application by 14 August 2026 at 14:00 Strasbourg time and confirm availability for all online and in-person dates.
Call details
Source-based overview
The youth delegation will bring diverse perspectives from around the world into the 14th World Forum for Democracy. Participants will train together, join the Forum's debates and carry ideas on democratic innovation and youth participation back to their organisations and communities.
Eligibility
Applicants must be 18-30, represent an active youth organisation or movement, work in English, attend every phase and be able to follow up the Forum's results in their organisation and community.
Fees, funding or participation support
The Council of Europe covers travel and visa costs under its rules.
Accommodation and meals are provided at the European Youth Centre Strasbourg.
Themes and supported activities
Democratic security, renewal and the New Democratic Pact for Europe.
Innovative democratic practices and meaningful youth participation.
Policy dialogue with political decision-makers, activists and civil society.
Deadline and timeline
Applications close 14 August 2026 at 14:00 Strasbourg time: Applications close 14 August 2026 at 14:00 Strasbourg time: Aug 14, 2026.
Applicants should confirm the exact deadline time, time zone, required documents, portal steps and any institutional approvals on the official call page before submitting.
How to apply
Complete the official online application by 14 August 2026 at 14:00 Strasbourg time and confirm availability for all online and in-person dates.
Before applying, check eligibility rules, budgets, attachments, page limits, partner requirements, cost-share conditions and whether the opportunity uses an expression of interest, full proposal, registration or nomination stage.