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AFS YOUTH ASSEMBLY 2026

Rise. Reimagine. Rebuild: A World for All

August 9–15, 2026 | Geneva, Switzerland

Select one: 1. Geneva International Affairs or 2. Intercultural Leadership Academy

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Join us at the 2026 AFS Youth Assembly

The AFS Youth Assembly is a global platform that cultivates an international network of young leaders and changemakers through exchange, education, action and impact. The 31st AFS Youth Assembly invites passionate young leaders aged 18-35 to join a global community of changemakers. This event goes beyond dialogue—it’s about action. Through engaging sessions, networking with peers from around the world, and ideation challenges, you’ll gain the skills and connections to create lasting impact, guided by experts and practitioners.

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Under the event theme: “Rise. Reimagine. Rebuild: A World for All,” we will explore four key tracks:
  • Reclaiming Development as a Human Right for All
  • Policy, Justice and Adaptation: Real-World Solutions for Climate Resilience
  • Rethinking Education: Youth Innovation for Future-Ready Skills
  • Bridging Divides: The Power of Connection in a Polarized World
Geneva International Affairs Academy

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Intercultural Leadership Academy

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Program Description: Geneva International Affairs Academy

Step into the heart of global diplomacy. This Academy offers a front-row seat to how international organizations tackle the world’s most pressing challenges.

  • The Experience: Visit major international organizations in Geneva and engage with experts in diplomacy and policy-making.
  • The Benefit: Gain a deep understanding of the UN system and global governance while developing the skills needed for a career in international relations. Plus: You will receive an official UN Certificate of Participation!

Join this Academy to…

💡 Learn from the inside
Gain direct access to UN institutions, international organizations, and professionals shaping global decisions.
🙋 Build real-world skills
Develop core diplomatic and negotiation skills used in multilateral settings.
🌐 Expand your network
Connect with UN staff, policy practitioners, and like-minded young leaders from around the world.
➡️ Explore career pathways
Get insider insights into working at the UN and in international affairs.
🏆 Receive an official UN Certificate
Participants who successfully complete the program will receive an official UN Certificate of Participation, recognizing their participation in the Academy.

How the program works

Through a variety of expert-led talks with UN officials and global policy leaders, interactive skills workshops and training sessions, multilateral conferences and diplomacy simulations, exclusive guided visits to UN agencies and international organizations, career development and mentoring sessions participants will immerse themselves in the world of the United Nations in the global city of Geneva.

The Academy is designed to be interactive and participatory, combining lectures, group discussions, case studies, practical exercises, and role-playing simulations. Participants will actively engage in problem-solving activities, share insights, and apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios. Multimedia tools and real-world scenarios bring learning to life, helping you build confidence, critical thinking skills, and practical experience for international environments.

  • Now until 15 May 2026

Program Description: Intercultural Leadership Academy

Nestled in the beautiful Swiss Alps (Champéry), this retreat-style Academy is all about self-discovery and cross-cultural mastery.

  • The Experience:Participate in interactive simulations, personal reflection sessions, and hands-on workshops in an authentic Swiss mountain setting.
  • The Benefit: Learn to navigate complex cultural differences, adapt your leadership style, and earn an official Certificate from AFS Switzerland.

Join this Academy to…

🤔 PERSONAL REFLECTION
You will have dedicated time to reflect on your own styles, experiences, and interactions—inviting you to better understand the cultural influences that shape your leadership.
🤝 CONNECTIONS WITH PEERS
Small-group work creates space for peer learning, allowing participants from diverse backgrounds to exchange perspectives and learn collaboratively.
🧩 HANDS-ON LEARNING
Through case studies and critical incident analyses, you will examine real-world intercultural challenges.
⭐️ EXPERT GUIDES
Interactive simulations offer the chance to experience these situations first-hand in a safe, guided environment.
🌐 CULTURAL IMMERSION
Networking through local activities will create new friendships.

How the program works

You will leave with new insights and a suitcase of practical tools to decode, diffuse and move more gracefully through complex intercultural situations. Additionally, your suitcase will also include a network of peers who have shared your journey who you can turn to for mutual support in the future. Step into a broader world and lead with empathy, clarity, and impact. You will learn to:

• Understand your own cultural drivers and leadership style
• See situations from multiple cultural perspectives
• Turn misunderstandings into opportunities for collaboration
• Adapt your leadership to diverse international contexts

  • Now until 15 May 2026
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For More Information, please contact

Email: [email protected]
Tel: 02-574-6197 ext. 903 or 062 521 6554
Office hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (except public holidays)

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