YOUTH SPEAK FORUM 2026

Youth Speak Forum 2026: Building the Future of Everything Presented by AIESEC in UAE 27th–28thOctober 2026 | DP World Pavilion, Expo C Youth Speak Forum 2026: Building the Future of Everything Presented by AIESEC in UAE 📅 27th–28thOctober 2026 | 📍 DP World Pavilion, Expo City, Dubai The future isn’t one sector, so Youth Speak Forum 2026 isn’t either. Over three days, 200+ young people from diverse communities and backgrounds come together at Expo City to exchange ideas, learn from industry leaders, and turn their ideas into impact. What’s happening • Learning Sessions: Interactive workshops and expert-led panels that build practical tools and fresh insight for sustainable leadership, the SDGs, and global innovation. • Thematic Days: • • Day 1, 27 October: Business, Society & Human Impact. Explore how science, culture, wellbeing, sustainability, and changing consumer expectations are shaping new businesses, careers, and the future of work. • Day 2, 28 October: STEM & Future Systems. Hear from professionals across STEM on how technology, engineering, and sustainability are transforming industries, and where you can help build what comes next. • Youth Innovation Challenge: Teams of 4–5 receive a problem statement tied to the day’s SDG focus and pitch a solution in a final elevator pitch of 5 minutes plus 3 minutes of Q&A with judges. Generative AI is welcome as a supporting tool, but the idea has to be yours. • Networking: A midday gathering to share ideas, showcase your personal brand, and build lasting connections over good food and conversation. • Global Village: A celebration of heritage, with traditional costumes, colourful booths, music, and authentic cuisine from around the world. • Career Fair: Meet industry leaders and top recruiters, showcase your skills, and explore career paths. Who should join High school students, undergraduate students, and corporate professionals. What you get Full access to all forum sessions, meals during the forum, a certificate of participation, cultural exchange experiences, and networking with industry leaders and peers. Registration Choose Day 1, Day 2, or both days. Registration is open until 25 October 2026. Places are limited, so confirm your attendance when you register.