The World Bank Group Youth Summit 2026 under the theme โFutureWorks: Designing Jobs for the Digital Ageโ is now open for applications.
๐ Washington, D.C. + Virtual
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June 11โ12, 2026
โณ Deadline: March 11, 2026 (11:59 PM ET)
๐ Eligibility: Youth worldwide
You can apply for:
๐ฌ Delegate Track Selected in-person delegates will attend the Summit at the World Bank Group Headquarters in Washington, D.C., gaining global exposure, networking with international leaders, and receiving an official certificate of participation.
๐ Apply here: https://lnkd.in/en7b-tBk
๐ Pitch Competition Young innovators will pitch bold, scalable solutions in job creation, inclusive growth, education, agriculture, and technology.
๐ Whatโs in it for finalists and winners?
โ๏ธ Funded trip to the USA (Washington, D.C.) to present at the Summit
๐ค Live pitch opportunity at World Bank Group HQ
๐ง Coaching and preparation support
๐ค Mentorship from World Bank Group experts
๐ Global visibility and recognition
๐ Apply here: https://lnkd.in/en7b-tBk
๐ก Pro Tip: This is highly competitive. Clearly demonstrate measurable impact, scalability, and how your solution creates jobs or strengthens digital economic inclusion. Use concrete results, data, and real-world outcomes โ not just ideas. This is one of the top global youth leadership, innovation, and development finance opportunities of 2026.
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