
AUSTRALIA
DECEMBER 3rd to 6th, 2026
50 Scholarship Slots
About The Summit
Beyond Goals: Youth Shaping 2030
Future Action Summit is dedicated to aligning with the UN’s Countdown to 2030 for SDGs and Youth2030 by empowering young leaders to take transformative action. The Future Action Summit connects youth with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through impactful themes and collaborative discussions. This year’s edition of Future Action Summit focuses on the theme Beyond Goals: Youth Shaping 2030. The summit will serve as a dynamic platform to unite young leaders from around the world, driving progress toward achieving the SDGs by 2030.
Join us in Sydney, Australia, from 3rd to 6th December 2026.

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Who Should Attend the Summit
- Youth activists & Social entrepreneurs
- Young professionals
- Students and volunteers
- Emerging leaders
- Innovators and changemakers
- UN and NGO representatives
- Government officials, Diplomats and policymakers
- Researchers and academics
- SDG advocates worldwide

Key Features of the Summit
Organized by Echo Change, the Future Action Summit is a transformative experience designed to empower young leaders to shape the future they envision. Participants will take part in a dynamic program featuring impact-driven workshops, insightful panel discussions, interactive learning sessions, and real-world policy simulations. The summit also provides rich opportunities for global cultural exchange and international networking, fostering collaboration and understanding among emerging changemakers from around the world.
EVENT DATE
3rd to 6th December, 2026
EVENT LOCATION
Sydney, Australia
EMAIL ADDRESS
Eligibility Criteria
SELECTION CRITERIA
- Open to individuals from all countries and backgrounds.
- Applicants should be between 16 and 45 years old (up to 55 for Self-Funded and Forum Access).
- No English proficiency test (IELTS/TOEFL) is required.
- Students, volunteers, graduates, and professionals may apply.
- Participants must be available from 3rd to 6th December 2026 in Sydney, Australia.
- Demonstrated motivation and dedication through a strong personal statement.
- Clear alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Proven passion and active engagement in advancing sustainable development.
- Submission of proof of impact, such as links, portfolios, or evidence of previous work.
- Preference for diverse representation across regions, cultures, and professional backgrounds.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDING
THE FUTURE ACTION SUMMIT
- 170 total slots: 20 Fully Funded, 30 Partially Funded & 120 Self-Funded
- Accommodation and meals during the summit
- Visa assistance via official invitation letter
- 4-day SDG leadership training program
- Cultural night showcasing global diversity
- Comprehensive SDG toolkit provided
- Opportunity to become a Global Change Ambassador or start a local chapter of Echo Change
- Access to UN and INGO career pathways
- Participation certificate for all delegates
- Connect with global leaders, policymakers & changemakers
- Exclusive FAS merchandise

PARTICIPATION CATEGORIES
The Future Action Summit offers two categories of funding, Fully Funded and Partially Funded, to support participants in covering their event-related expenses. A nominal non-refundable application fee of $19.99 applies to fully and partially funded applicants. Top 20 applicants will receive fully funded slots, while the next 30 will be awarded partially funded slots. Submitting an application does not guarantee selection. All applications are thoroughly reviewed by an independent selection panel through a competitive and merit-based evaluation process.
FULLY & PARTIALLY FUNDED
$19.99
- Round-trip international airfare
- 3 nights shared accommodation
- Meals during summit hours
- Global SDGs Leadership Certificate
- SDGs Toolkit
- Visa invitation letter
- Full access to all summit sessions and activities
- Exclusive FAS merchandise
Top 20 applicants will receive fully funded slots, while the next 30 will be awarded partially funded slots. Please note that the partially funded slots do not include round trip airfare, as airfare is only covered for fully funded participants.
SELF FUNDED (Confirmed slot)
$800
- 3 nights shared accommodation
- Meals during summit hours
- Global SDGs Leadership Certificate
- SDGs toolkit
- Visa invitation letter
- Full access to the summit
- Exclusive FAS merchandise
- All expenses covered, except airfare and airport transfers
FORUM ACCESS
$600
- Entry to the summit sessions and forums
- Meals during summit hours
- Global SDGs Leadership Certificate
- SDGs Toolkit
- Exclusive FAS merchandise
- All expenses covered, except airfare, accommodation and airport transfers
Invitation Letter
$99.99
Reserve your official invitation letter today — you can upgrade your package later, and the amount you have paid will be fully credited toward your selected funding category (Self-Funded or Forum Access).
This option is ideal for passionate applicants eager to secure their place in this transformative global experience. The 99.99 USD fee is non-refundable regardless of the visa outcome.
- Official Invitation Letter
- Option to Upgrade Anytime
- Amount fully credited toward other categories (Self-Funded or Forum Access)
WHAT WILL HAPPEN AT THE SUMMIT?
The Future Action Summit will feature a dynamic agenda of plenary sessions, capacity-building workshops, breakout discussions, and SDG theme panels designed to empower youth to champion sustainable development. Participants will engage in interactive expert-led SDG discussion, and policy roundtables, fostering collaboration across cultures to design scalable solutions for global challenges.
From keynote dialogues and leadership training to networking receptions and cultural immersion activities, the summit agenda is crafted to provide an immersive experience that drives learning, collaboration, and transformative action.

SUMMIT FoCUS AREA
- SDGs Action
- Climate Change
- Technology Innovation
- Human Rights
- Cultural Exchange
- International Networking
OBJECTIVES OF THE FUTURE ACTION SUMMIT
- Empower youth leadership
- Foster cross-cultural collaboration
- Promote policy innovation
- Bridge the gap between local action and global impact
- Cultivate future-ready skills
- Building Career Pathway
- Create a platform for youth voices
OUR GLOBAL MENTORS

HANNAH LARN
UNITED KINGDOM

PAULA PORRAS
COLOMBIA

ANANT JHA
INDIA

DR. VICTOR
THAILAND

BELINDA HLATHSHWAYO
SOUTH AFRICA

LUCAS MEIR
GERMANY

VENERABLE NAPAN
THAILAND

SAHLIM CHARLES
KENYA
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Voices from the Summit
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DATE . 3/Oct/2026
