The World Bank Group Youth Summit 2026 under the theme “FutureWorks: Designing Jobs for the Digital Age” is now open for applications.
📍 Washington, D.C. + Virtual
📅 June 11–12, 2026
⏳ Deadline: March 11, 2026 (11:59 PM ET)
📋 Eligibility: Youth worldwide
You can apply for:
💬 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.
🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/en7b-tBk
🚀 Pitch Competition Young innovators will pitch bold, scalable solutions in job creation, inclusive growth, education, agriculture, and technology.
🏆 What’s in it for finalists and winners?
✈️ Funded trip to the USA (Washington, D.C.) to present at the Summit
🎤 Live pitch opportunity at World Bank Group HQ
🧠 Coaching and preparation support
🤝 Mentorship from World Bank Group experts
🌍 Global visibility and recognition
🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/en7b-tBk
💡 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 — not just ideas. This is one of the top global youth leadership, innovation, and development finance opportunities of 2026.
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