UNDYS 2026

United Nations Day Youth Summit

Oct 24, 2026 Online

United Nations Day Youth Summit

Conference

Online

Oct 24, 2026

High school students

In English

Applications

Closed
Oct 22–24, 2026
  • Delegates

About

One World. Countless Voices. A Shared Future.

🌍 UNITED NATIONS DAY YOUTH SUMMIT 2026

One World. Countless Voices. A Shared Future.

Date: October 24, 2026

Format: Online

Occasion: United Nations Day

ABOUT THE SUMMIT

The United Nations Day Youth Summit 2026 is a youth-focused educational and interactive summit created to celebrate United Nations Day and introduce young people to the work, history, purpose, and global impact of the United Nations.

The summit aims to provide a platform where young people can learn about the organisation established to promote international cooperation, maintain international peace and security, advance human rights, and encourage sustainable development.

Beyond celebrating the United Nations, the summit seeks to help participants understand how the organisation works, the role it plays in addressing global challenges, the importance of cooperation among nations, and the opportunities available for young people to engage with global affairs.

Through educational sessions, guest speakers, interactive discussions, and collaborative activities, participants will explore the United Nations' history, its principal organs, its specialised agencies and programmes, the Sustainable Development Goals, and its continuing relevance in today's world.

The summit will also encourage participants to reflect on the challenges facing the international community and consider how young people can contribute to a more peaceful, inclusive, and sustainable future.

Whether participants are already interested in international relations or are simply curious about the United Nations, this summit offers an opportunity to learn, ask questions, exchange perspectives, and discover the power of global cooperation.

WHAT WILL PARTICIPANTS LEARN?

🌐 1. Understanding the United Nations

Discover why the United Nations was established in 1945, the circumstances surrounding its creation, its founding principles, and its evolution into a global organisation with 193 member states.

🏛️ 2. How the United Nations Works

Explore the UN's six principal organs, understand their different responsibilities, and learn how countries cooperate through the organisation to address international challenges.

🕊️ 3. The United Nations and Global Peace

Examine the UN's work in international peace and security, including conflict prevention, peacekeeping, mediation, and humanitarian assistance.

⚖️ 4. Human Rights and Equality

Learn about the international human rights framework, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and the UN's efforts to promote dignity, equality, and fundamental freedoms.

🌱 5. The Sustainable Development Goals

Discover the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and explore how they address challenges such as poverty, education, gender equality, climate change, and access to healthcare.

🌍 6. The United Nations in Today's World

Discuss the organisation's achievements, limitations, and continuing challenges while considering its role in responding to conflicts, humanitarian crises, climate change, and other global issues.

💙 7. Youth Participation in the United Nations

Discover how young people can contribute to global discussions through education, advocacy, youth initiatives, volunteering opportunities, and participation in relevant international programmes.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The summit will combine learning with meaningful participation through activities such as:

- Educational Sessions: Introductions to the history, structure, purpose, and work of the United Nations.

- Guest Speaker Sessions: Opportunities to learn from invited speakers with relevant knowledge or experience in international relations, diplomacy, development, or youth engagement.

- Interactive Discussions: Conversations about the UN's achievements, challenges, and relevance to young people.

- Global Issues Exploration: Discussions examining how the United Nations responds to challenges affecting communities and countries worldwide.

- Youth Engagement Activities: Opportunities for participants to share ideas, ask questions, and consider how young people can contribute to positive change.

The final programme and confirmed speakers will be communicated to registered participants.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

The summit welcomes students and young people interested in learning about the United Nations, international relations, diplomacy, human rights, sustainable development, global cooperation, and youth leadership.

No previous Model United Nations experience or advanced knowledge of international affairs is required.

The summit is designed to be educational and accessible to beginners while remaining engaging for participants who already have an interest in global affairs.

CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION

All participants who attend the summit and all speakers who contribute to the event will receive a certificate after the summit.

The certificates will recognise their participation in or contribution to the United Nations Day Youth Summit 2026.

OUR PURPOSE

The United Nations Day Youth Summit aims to make knowledge about the United Nations more accessible to young people and encourage a generation that is informed about global affairs, understands the importance of international cooperation, and recognises its ability to contribute to positive change.

We believe that learning about the United Nations is an important step towards understanding the world, the challenges we share, and the possibilities that emerge when people and nations work together.

One World. Countless Voices. A Shared Future.

An independent, youth-led educational initiative celebrating United Nations Day.

Committees

  • General Speaker's List

    195 seats · Beginner · English
    🌍 General Speakers’ List (GSL) The General Speakers’ List is a central part of the United Nations Day Youth Summit 2026, providing a platform for selected speakers to address the summit audience on the United Nations, its mission, global cooperation, and the role of young people in shaping a better future. This committee will feature the summit’s main speakers, who will deliver prepared speeches, share knowledge, present perspectives, and contribute to meaningful discussions surrounding the United Nations and its work. Speakers may address topics such as international peace and security, human rights, sustainable development, diplomacy, the Sustainable Development Goals, and youth participation in global affairs. Through their contributions, speakers are expected to educate, inspire, and encourage participants to develop a deeper understanding of the United Nations, its achievements, its challenges, and its continued relevance in today's world. 🎤 Who Can Apply? Individuals with an interest in international relations, diplomacy, global affairs, human rights, sustainable development, or youth leadership are welcome to express their interest in speaking. Applicants should be willing to research their chosen topic, communicate their ideas clearly, and contribute positively to the summit. 📜 Certificates of Recognition All speakers who participate in the General Speakers’ List will receive a certificate after the summit in recognition of their contribution and participation in the United Nations Day Youth Summit 2026. We look forward to hearing diverse perspectives, sharing knowledge, and creating meaningful conversations about our shared future. One World. Countless Voices. A Shared Future.

    General Speaker's List

    195 seats · Beginner · English

    About the committee

    🌍 General Speakers’ List (GSL) The General Speakers’ List is a central part of the United Nations Day Youth Summit 2026, providing a platform for selected speakers to address the summit audience on the United Nations, its mission, global cooperation, and the role of young people in shaping a better future. This committee will feature the summit’s main speakers, who will deliver prepared speeches, share knowledge, present perspectives, and contribute to meaningful discussions surrounding the United Nations and its work. Speakers may address topics such as international peace and security, human rights, sustainable development, diplomacy, the Sustainable Development Goals, and youth participation in global affairs. Through their contributions, speakers are expected to educate, inspire, and encourage participants to develop a deeper understanding of the United Nations, its achievements, its challenges, and its continued relevance in today's world. 🎤 Who Can Apply? Individuals with an interest in international relations, diplomacy, global affairs, human rights, sustainable development, or youth leadership are welcome to express their interest in speaking. Applicants should be willing to research their chosen topic, communicate their ideas clearly, and contribute positively to the summit. 📜 Certificates of Recognition All speakers who participate in the General Speakers’ List will receive a certificate after the summit in recognition of their contribution and participation in the United Nations Day Youth Summit 2026. We look forward to hearing diverse perspectives, sharing knowledge, and creating meaningful conversations about our shared future. One World. Countless Voices. A Shared Future.

    Countries

  • Observer

    195 seats · English
    🌍 OBSERVERS United Nations Day Youth Summit 2026 One World. Countless Voices. A Shared Future. The Observers’ Category is designed for individuals who wish to learn about the United Nations, explore global issues, and gain insights into international relations without taking on the responsibilities of a main speaker. Observers will have the opportunity to attend the summit, listen to presentations from speakers, learn about the history, structure, objectives, and global impact of the United Nations, and gain a deeper understanding of international cooperation, diplomacy, human rights, peace and security, and sustainable development. This category is ideal for students, beginners in international relations, aspiring diplomats, and anyone interested in understanding the work of the United Nations and the role young people can play in addressing global challenges. 👥 What to Expect - Attend educational sessions about the United Nations and its work. - Listen to presentations and discussions led by the summit's speakers. - Learn about global challenges and international cooperation. - Gain insights into diplomacy, human rights, and the Sustainable Development Goals. - Expand your knowledge of international affairs and youth participation in global discussions. 📜 Certificate of Participation Observers who attend and participate in the entire summit from beginning to end will receive a Certificate of Participation after the event. To qualify for a certificate, observers must maintain full attendance throughout the conference. Partial attendance may not qualify for a certificate under this requirement. 🌐 Who Can Apply? Anyone interested in learning about the United Nations and global affairs is welcome to register as an observer. No previous experience in Model United Nations or international relations is required. Join us for an educational experience dedicated to understanding the United Nations, exploring global challenges, and discovering how young people can contribute to a better future. One World. Countless Voices. A Shared Future.

    Observer

    195 seats · English

    About the committee

    🌍 OBSERVERS United Nations Day Youth Summit 2026 One World. Countless Voices. A Shared Future. The Observers’ Category is designed for individuals who wish to learn about the United Nations, explore global issues, and gain insights into international relations without taking on the responsibilities of a main speaker. Observers will have the opportunity to attend the summit, listen to presentations from speakers, learn about the history, structure, objectives, and global impact of the United Nations, and gain a deeper understanding of international cooperation, diplomacy, human rights, peace and security, and sustainable development. This category is ideal for students, beginners in international relations, aspiring diplomats, and anyone interested in understanding the work of the United Nations and the role young people can play in addressing global challenges. 👥 What to Expect - Attend educational sessions about the United Nations and its work. - Listen to presentations and discussions led by the summit's speakers. - Learn about global challenges and international cooperation. - Gain insights into diplomacy, human rights, and the Sustainable Development Goals. - Expand your knowledge of international affairs and youth participation in global discussions. 📜 Certificate of Participation Observers who attend and participate in the entire summit from beginning to end will receive a Certificate of Participation after the event. To qualify for a certificate, observers must maintain full attendance throughout the conference. Partial attendance may not qualify for a certificate under this requirement. 🌐 Who Can Apply? Anyone interested in learning about the United Nations and global affairs is welcome to register as an observer. No previous experience in Model United Nations or international relations is required. Join us for an educational experience dedicated to understanding the United Nations, exploring global challenges, and discovering how young people can contribute to a better future. One World. Countless Voices. A Shared Future.

    Countries

Organizers

Mirabel Nkanu

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