Accra: Young African Leaders Summit 2025 – Call for Applications
The Young African Leaders Summit (YALS) is a major event organized by the Young Global Leaders Network, a global movement aimed at training young African leaders and providing them with a platform to exchange ideas and discuss solutions to the challenges faced by youth on the continent.
Summit Details 2025
- Dates: November 20, 21, and 22, 2025
- Location: Accra, Ghana
- Theme: The Africa We Want by 2040: The Future of African Youth
Why Participate?
This summit offers a unique opportunity to:
- Engage with global leaders and like-minded young entrepreneurs.
- Contribute to the African Youth Manifesto.
- Attend expert sessions on key topics such as leadership, entrepreneurship, the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals), and climate change.
- Receive a Certificate of Participation and a Certificate of Training as a Young African Leader SDG Change Ambassador.
- Benefit from mentorship, networking opportunities, and cultural tours of Ghana.
Registration Fees and Details
Members:
- Registration Fee: $110 (for Ghanaian residents and local delegates).
- Additional Costs:
- Accommodation and meals for local delegates: $150.
- Accommodation and meals for foreign delegates: $150.
- Payment Deadline: October 20, 2025
Non-Members:
- Registration Fee: $150 (for Ghanaian residents and local delegates).
- Additional Costs:
- Accommodation and meals for local delegates: $150.
- Accommodation and meals for foreign delegates: $150.
- Payment Deadline: October 15, 2025
Accommodation:
- 200 rooms available for the first 200 applicants. If you wish to have accommodation arranged by the organizers, it is advised to pay early.
Eligibility
- Must be between 18 and 45 years old.
- Must be a citizen of an African country.
- Must be able to fund your international travel and summit fees.
- Must have experience and involvement in community service and youth development.
- Must be passionate about leadership, entrepreneurship, and social impact in Africa.
Summit Program Highlights
- Cultural exchange, networking, and socializing.
- Interactive sessions on topics such as entrepreneurship, sustainability, digital innovation, and leadership.
- Focused group discussions and team activities.
- Participation in the Africa Youth General Assembly (AU Model Assembly).
Organizer
The Young Global Leaders Network (YGLN) is an international organization dedicated to the development of youth leadership. Registered as an independent entity, the organization primarily operates in Africa, with activities in countries such as Ghana, Nigeria, South Sudan, Sierra Leone, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, and 25 other African countries. As a non-governmental, non-profit social enterprise, YGLN focuses on empowering young people, especially women, by providing them with opportunities for training, mentorship, and networking to prepare them for leadership roles in their communities and on the global stage.
Main Missions of the Young Global Leaders Network
- Equality and Empowerment for a Poverty-Free World with Focus on Women and Youth
- Creating a world free of poverty by empowering women and youth, providing them with the tools and resources necessary to escape poverty and play an active role in society.
- Empowering Youth and Women as Next Generational Innovative Leaders
- Supporting youth and women in overcoming challenges to emerge as leaders and entrepreneurs, equipping them with the skills and opportunities necessary to excel in their communities.
- Providing Leadership Opportunities and Mentorship for Youth
- Offering leadership opportunities and mentorship programs to help young people develop diplomatic, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills, with an emphasis on racial and gender inclusivity.
- Facilitating Growth Opportunities for African Youth
- Creating platforms and programs to help young Africans unlock their potential, gain skills, and contribute to the sustainable development of their communities.
Objectives and Actions
The Young Global Leaders Network aims to increase the participation of young people in politics, policy-making, and international affairs while encouraging the exchange of knowledge and collaboration among experts to positively influence public policies and legislation globally.
The organization also supports economic development, social inclusivity, and access for young women to leadership opportunities across various sectors.
