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Global Youth Leadership Center (GYLC) · The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)

Global Youth Climate Summit 2027 (Hong Kong)

Deadline
81 days left
Funding
Partial funding
Language
English

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A four-day international summit for young people aged 18 to 32, held in person in Hong Kong or online, focused on climate solutions that can be put into practice. For in-person international delegates, housing, local transport, meals during sessions, the field visit and the delegate kit are covered, plus ten $1,000 project grants with mentoring. Apply in English through the form by 31 January 2027.

Verified on 10 November 2026

Four-day summit for young leaders (18-32) in person or online: for international in-person delegates, housing, local transport, meals during sessions, a field visit and a delegate kit are covered, plus ten $1,000 grants; applications open, deadline 31 January 2027. Applications close on 31 January 2027, that is in 81 days.

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How to apply

Before preparing your application, check the blocking conditions.

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Conditions

Blocking requirements

  • Places en personne limitées et répartition géographique

    Drawn from the published conditions, to be confirmed with the organiser.

  • Délai de candidature

    “Apply by January 31, 2027”

  • Preuve d'assurance voyage pour délégués internationaux

    “International delegates must buy travel insurance covering medical care for the whole trip and send proof when they confirm their place.”

  • Être délégué pour postuler au Youth Climate Champion

    “You must be a delegate, in person or online.”

  • Âge entre 18 et 32 ans

    “You must be 18 to 32 years old on March 10, 2027.”

To be confirmed

  • Décisions publiées en rolling, au plus tard le 12 février 2027

    “Decisions are shared on a rolling basis, by February 12 at the latest.”

Assets

  • Engagement pour l'action climatique et potentiel de leadership

    “We select delegates on commitment to climate action, leadership potential, and a clear idea of how they will use what they learn, balancing regions, genders and backgrounds.”

Watch points

  • Frais de participation international non remboursable

    “The fee is non-refundable.”

Dr Kafoutchoni’s reading

The key word here is « delegate »: the Youth Climate Champion grant only exists after you are admitted as a summit participant, and it does not replace the main selection process. To be persuasive, the 300-word statement should show a specific climate solution, your capacity to carry it forward, and how you would use what you learn, not just general interest. If you are also aiming for the $1,000 grant, treat the project proposal as a small six-month implementation plan, with a simple budget and a clear deliverable. Prepare the main application first, then tighten the project module only if your idea can stand on one clear page.

Dr Medard Kafoutchoni · PhD in Genetics & Bioinformatics · Scholarship Strategist.

Deadlines

Deadline: Open2026-2027

What is actually funded

  • AccommodationPour les délégués internationaux en personne, trois nuits en chambre partagée à The Royal Garden, Kowloon, du 10 au 13 mars 2027
  • Transport localTransport quotidien entre l'hôtel et HKUST pour les délégués internationaux en personne
  • MealsRepas pendant les sessions pour les délégués internationaux en personne (ne couvre pas deux dîners et certains repas indiqués comme non inclus)
  • Field visitVisite de terrain (Kadoorie Farm) incluse pour les délégués en personne
  • Kit déléguéKit délégué fourni aux participants en personne
  • Aide financièrePartially covered.Aide financière limitée disponible (financement de voyage limité), modalités non détaillées
  • Subvention de projetDix bourses de 1 000 USD chacune, plus mentorat

Not covered: Frais de participation · Travel · Health insurance

Countries covered

Anyone from any country who will be 18 to 32 on 10 March 2027 can apply, with either in-person or online participation. For in-person participation, residents of Hong Kong and mainland China are exempt from the international fee of USD 400. For the Youth Climate Champion grant, at least half of the ten $1,000 awards go to young people from Hong Kong and mainland China, and the form can also place you in the online track if an in-person seat is not granted.

Application pathway

A short path from reading the brief to submitting a properly prepared application.

  1. Check the conditions

    Read the exclusions and blocking requirements before investing time in the application.

  2. Prepare the documents

    Gather the documents below and confirm what the programme actually requests.

  3. Submit on the official site

    Use the official application link and respect the deadline for the relevant cycle.

  4. Track the cycle

    Keep proof of submission and watch for follow-up requests from the provider.

Documents to prepare or confirm

This list helps you prepare; it does not replace the programme’s official checklist.

  • Full nameNom complet tel qu'il figure sur le passeport ou la carte d'identité nationale
  • Email addressAdresse email où la décision sera envoyée
  • Mobile or WhatsApp numberNuméro avec indicatif pays, utilisé uniquement pour les mises à jour du sommet
  • Date of birthDate de naissance (MM/DD/YYYY) pour vérifier l'éligibilité d'âge
  • Country/Place of residencePays ou lieu de résidence actuel
  • Citizenship/RegionNationalité ou région
  • Current occupationStatut professionnel ou étudiant
  • University or organizationÉcole, université ou employeur
  • Field of study or roleDomaine d'études ou fonction
  • Statement on climate solution (300 words)Courte déclaration (jusqu'à 300 mots) sur la solution climatique que vous souhaitez apprendre
  • Project proposal (optional, 500 words) for Youth Climate ChampionProposition de projet (jusqu'à 500 mots) pour être considéré pour la bourse Youth Climate Champion
  • Work plan and budget (upload) for Champion applicantsUpload d'un PDF, Word ou Excel; utiliser les modèles fournis
  • Optional short videoLien vers une vidéo de 60 secondes (optionnel)
  • Proof of travel insurance (upon confirmation)Preuve d'assurance voyage couvrant les soins médicaux pour la durée du séjour, à envoyer lors de la confirmation de la place
  • Consent and declarationsConfirmation de l'exactitude des informations et accord sur l'utilisation des données et des médias

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What we verified

Each statement below was checked against the official source on the date shown.

  • Décisions envoyées en rolling et date limite de communication des décisions

    Method: Recoupement entre la page d'information et le formulaire d'inscription indiquant la date butoir pour l'envoi des décisions · 10 November 2026

  • Au moins la moitié des Youth Climate Champion grants sont attribués à des jeunes de Hong Kong et de la Chine continentale

    Method: Extraction de la phrase explicite dans la section Youth Climate Champions · 10 November 2026

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