Event Overview
Youth Diplomatic Academy Edition I, Washington, DC, 2026
Amidst the vibrant energy and iconic skylines of New York, the Global Peace Summit New York 2024 brought together young leaders, diplomats, and advocates from 70+ States at one platform. Known for its diversity and status as a hub of international diploma- cy due to the United Nations, New York sets the perfect stage for empowering youth participation in global peacebuilding.
Delegates from varied backgrounds and cultures united to discuss and find solutions to pressing issues like conflict, climate change, and techno- logical mishaps. Overall, the summit emphasized the transformative power of youth, who play a crucial role in shaping sustainable futures. With cross-cultural collaboration at its core, the event also promoted inclusive dialogue, bridged generational gaps, and ensured innovation. Through these collective efforts, the summit supported young delegates to pave the way for a more peaceful and just world.
Themes & Objectives
Youth Empowerment in Peacebuilding
Equip young leaders with the skills and knowledge to actively participate in global peace initiatives.
Cross-Cultural Collaboration
Foster dialogue and cooperation among delegates from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
Innovative Solutions for Global Challenges
Challenges Encourage innovative approaches to address pressing issues like conflict, climate change, and technology-related challenges.
Key Topics
Global Participation
Over 70 states represented, bringing together young leaders, diplomats, and advocates on one platform.
Inclusive Dialogue
Bridged generational and cultural gaps to promote collaboration and understanding across diverse perspectives.
Transformative Youth Impact
Highlighted the role of youth in shaping sustainable and peaceful futures through cross-cultural collaboration.
Event Speakers
Adam Corbally
Chris Cook
Iva Mia Kurslin
Lysa Morrison
Number of Scholarships
20+
Nationalities
More than 20+ nationalities including USA, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Albania, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Palestine participated
100+
Delegates
More than 100+ participants attended the Leadership & Business Forum at Movenpick Hotel Golden Horn, Istanbul Turkiye
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