The Young Activists Summit (YAS) brings together exceptional young people from around the world who are transforming their communities and driving global change. Hosted at the United Nations in Geneva, the Summit celebrates youth-led solutions to some of the planet’s most urgent challenges — from climate action and education to equality and human rights.
Each year, five Young Activists are honored for their courage, innovation, and impact. Past winners have included environmental defenders, advocates for refugee rights, education reformers, and campaigners for gender equality.
By registering for the 2025 Summit, you’ll gain access to inspiring talks, live performances, and interactive sessions with the winners and fellow changemakers. Together, we can celebrate what’s possible when young voices lead the way. You can know more about this year’s incredible five laureates, who come from Japan, Lebanon, Brazil, Côte d’Ivoire and India here.
Be there. Be inspired. Be a changemaker.