European Youth Summit 2027 in Spain

About the opportunity

The Centre for Diplomatic Advancement (CDA) offers the European Youth Summit 2027, a four-day international gathering in Madrid, Spain, from 13–16 April 2027. You will join 300 young leaders from 120+ countries to learn diplomacy and develop real-world projects. This summit follows the successful 2026 edition in Geneva.

What you get

• Fully funded or partially funded participation
• Access to high-level sessions with ambassadors and institutions
• Training in negotiation, mediation, and leadership
• Opportunity to form project teams and pitch for funding
• Study visits to Madrid's diplomatic landmarks
• Global Youth Leadership Statement and summit declaration

Who can apply

• Aged 18–50
• All nationalities welcome
• No prior experience required
• Open to young leaders, students, entrepreneurs, and professionals

What you need to apply

• Submit a scholarship application (now closed)
• Note that applications had to be in by 20 January 2027
• Results announced on 5 February 2027