SDL Youth Assembly 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Omran Aburayya
2 days ago
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If you’re a young changemaker, innovator, or leader passionate about transforming global systems,then the SDL Youth Assembly 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, is for you. This fully funded, four-day forum runs from August 24–27, 2025, offering a powerhouse of workshops, keynote discussions, cultural exchange, and future-forward diplomacy—all with travel, accommodation, meals, and more covered.

📋 Summary

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Organizer: Sustainable Development League
Event Type: International Youth Forum
Target Group: Global youth aged 16–50—students, professionals, innovators, changemakers
Focus Areas: Economic transitions, conflict resolution, cultural representation, inclusive security, diplomatic frameworks for a multipolar world & more
Award Coverage: Fully funded — includes airfare, visas, luxury lodging, meals, toolkit & merchandise, Umrah journey, graduation certificate, speaking opportunities
Application Deadline: June 27, 2025
Start Date: August 24, 2025

📚 Program Overview

SDL Youth Assembly 2025 immerses participants in a diplomatic, cross-cultural experience structured around:

Day 1: Arrival & Opening Ceremony
Day 2: Workshops, Keynotes & Strategy Design
Day 3: Delegate Speeches, Workshops, Cultural Exchange & Certification
Day 4: Farewell Breakfast & Commitments for the Future

The modules include:

“Beyond Oil Diplomacy” (post-carbon futures)
Conflict-resolution frameworks
Cultural diplomacy beyond orientalist examples
Inclusive security and gender in peace processes

🧩 Programme Highlights

Workshops & Strategy Design on Day 2: Hands-on sessions to deepen expertise in diplomacy, economic transitions, conflict resolution & inclusive security.
Delegate Speeches & Cultural Exchange on Day 3: Showcase youth-led initiatives, plus ceremonies honoring event completion and fellowship.
Diplomatic Immersion: A chance to co-create proposals for new models of global collaboration and justice.

🎁 Benefits

Airfare: Round-trip international flights
Visa Support: Full assistance obtaining a Saudi visa
Accommodation: Luxury lodging in Jeddah
Meals: Fully provided during the event
Event Materials: Forum kit, branded merchandise
Networking: Speaking slots and peer exchange
Certification: Official graduation certificate
Cultural Exposure: Local heritage experiences
Umrah Privilege: Optional religious visit experience

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Age: 16–50 years
Nationality: Open to all
Background: Students, early-career professionals, activists, entrepreneurs
Experience: Not required to have prior SDG or sustainability background
Passion: Commitment to sustainable development, global diplomacy & leadership
Language: Program delivered in English

🗂 Application Procedure

Choose Your Funding Type: Fully funded, partially funded (covers most expenses except flights), or self-funded
Complete Online Form: Available on SDL’s official “Apply Now” portal
Submit Required Documents:
- Valid passport/national ID
- Motivation statement or essay
- (Optional) CV
- Payment confirmation (for partially/self‑funded)
Application Fee:
- Fully funded: No fee
- Partially/self‑funded: Pay via secure gateway (e.g., Stripe)
Selection Timeline:
- Deadline: June 27, 2025
- Results announced: Between May 25 – June 10, 2025 (some sources)
Notification: Selected candidates notified via email and featured in SDL’s communications

✅ Why Attend?

Global Platform: Join peers aged 16–50 from around the world to tackle SDG‑related challenges
Leadership Growth: Enhance your profile with speaking roles, networking, and peer-led collaboration
Cultural Enrichment: Connect with Saudi customs—delve into local heritage, cuisine, and optionally Umrah pilgrimage
Comprehensive Coverage: If chosen as a fully funded delegate, no major expenses out of pocket
Future‑Ready Diplomacy: Gain skills in emerging diplomatic paradigms fitting a multipolar era