Applications are open for the World Forum for Democracy 2025 in Strasbourg, France, hosted by the Council of Europe. This international event will run for three days, from November 5 to 7, 2025, at the European Youth Centre. Youth participants will arrive on November 2, 2025 to begin preparations.
There’s no fee to apply, and young people from every country are invited to take part. The focus for 2025 is: “Democracy at Risk: How Can We Bring It Back?”
The Forum offers a unique chance for participants to talk about the current threats to democracy and to share fresh ideas and solutions. It gathers young changemakers, decision-makers, civil society members, academics, and journalists—all working together to rethink and strengthen democracy for the future.
Information:
- Nation: France
- Conference Place: European Youth Centre, Strasbourg
- Forum Dates: 5-7 Nov, 2025
- Total Participants: Maximum of 70 young delegates
- Money Perks: Fully Funded
- Due Date: 4 Aug, 2025
Money Perks:
- Flight expenses
- Visa expenses included
- Free place to stay
- Food included
Arrival and Return Dates:
The youth group will come on November 2 and leave on November 8, 2025.
What Youth Delegates Do at the World Forum for Democracy:
Young people play a key role in the World Forum for Democracy. Their voices matter—they bring fresh ideas, share their opinions, suggest new solutions, and offer a youth perspective that adds real value to the conversations.The chosen young participants will arrive at the European Youth Centre in Strasbourg two days ahead of the Forum.
- Find out what the Council of Europe does, especially with youth.
- Meet and connect with fellow participants.
- Share ideas and collaborate as a team.
- Get ready for the main Forum sessions.
Requirements:
- Young people from any country can apply.
- You must be between 18 and 30 years old.
- You should be comfortable speaking and working in English.
- You need to be involved in youth groups or organizations that aim to strengthen democracy in creative ways.
- You should be passionate about sharing your experiences and helping shape new ideas to support democracy.