ThailandNew Generation Leaders Summit is a funding opportunity for young leaders to attend the New Generation Leaders Summit 2027 in Bangkok, Thailand, with selected funded places covering travel, accommodation and full summit access.
The summit is an initiative of Better World Charity, an international non-profit organisation that organises a three-day programme of keynotes, panels, SDG Action Labs, workshops and cultural exchange for 140 delegates, with 40 funded places awarded competitively.
New Generation Leaders Summit Benefits
- Round-Trip Airfare Support
- Shared 4 Star Accommodation
- Visa Suport & Official Invitation Letter
- Visa Fee Reimbursement
- Access to all Summit sessions & Workshops
- Networking Events
- Summit Meals
- Delegates Kits & Official Merchandise
- Certificate of Participation
- Keynotes and Panels
- Bangkok Tour
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New Generation Leaders Summit Eligibility Criteria
- You are between 18 and 40 years old
- You are already taking initiative in your community, organisation, business or field of study
- You care about at least one of the Sustainable Development Goals and want to act on it
- You are comfortable taking part in discussions and group work in English
- You hold, or can obtain, a passport valid until at least August 2027
- You are committed to attending the full three-day programme
- Students, young professionals, social entrepreneurs, activists, NGO staff and public servants are all welcome
How to Apply for New Generation Leaders Summit?
- Visit the official application page at https://newgenerationleaderssubmit.bwcngo.org/summits/bangkok-2027/apply
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal and educational information
- Pay the US$17 application fee
- If offered a self-funded place, pay the US$500 conference fee once your place is offered
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Monday, 30 November 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the New Generation Leaders Summit 2027. These answers cover who can apply, differences between funded places, costs, deadlines, and selection notifications.
Who can apply to the New Generation Leaders Summit?
Any country; applicants aged 18 to 40, from any country, who are already making a difference in their community, organisation, business or field of study. Students, young professionals, social entrepreneurs, activists, NGO staff and public servants are all welcome.
What is the difference between a funded and a self-funded place?
Funded and self-funded places are determined through a competitive selection process, and every delegate enjoys the same programme and experience.
When is the deadline to apply?
There is one closing date for every application, shown at the top of the home page: Applications close 30 November 2026.
When will I know whether I have been selected?
The organisers email every applicant with the outcome, and applicants can check the status of their application using the private link in their confirmation email.
I attended the summit in Dubai. Can I apply again?
Yes. Alumni of the 2025 summit are welcome to apply for a funded or a self-funded place; returning delegates who show what they did with the experience are strong candidates.
How much does it cost to attend?
Every applicant pays the US$17 application fee; fully funded delegates have their full conference package and two-way flight paid; Partially funded places cover accommodation and full access to the complete conference experience, including all sessions, networking opportunities and official events; self-funded delegates pay the US$500 conference fee once their place is offered.
How are applications judged?
Every complete application is read and scored by the selection committee against the same criteria, including leadership and impact, motivation, connection to the Global Goals, multiplier effect, and cohort balance.
How long is the summit?
The summit runs for three days from 23–25 February 2027 in Bangkok, Thailand.
How many funded places are available?
There are 40 funded places awarded through a competitive selection process.
What does the fully funded package include?
The fully funded package includes round-trip airfare support, shared four-star accommodation, visa support and invitation letter, visa fee reimbursement, access to all sessions and workshops, meals, delegate kits and a certificate of participation.
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