Announcement

Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB), a global youth empowerment organization, has officially opened registration for the World Youth Festival (WYF) 2026 - Vietnam Chapter.

The summit will take place from 6 – 9 July 2026 in Hanoi, Vietnam, and invites ambitious young leaders, innovators, and young entrepreneurs from around the world to join a four-day experience focused on business idea, leadership, collaboration, and sustainable development goals (SDGs). 

If you’ve been waiting for a global platform to boost your leadership skills, showcase project ideas, and network with peers worldwide, this is your moment. Here’s everything you need to know, especially how to register, written in a step-by-step guide that’s easy to follow.

Who Can Join WYF 2026

• Eligible participants must be 15 - 35 years old
• Open to all nationalities and educational backgrounds.
• Applicants must not have a criminal record, and must not be affiliated with extremist organizations.
• Interested in developing global sustainability projects.
• Ready for international collaboration and networking.
• Looking for growth through public speaking, global exposure, and academic certificates..
• No requirement for English-language certificates (like TOEFL or IELTS).

Registration Pathways & Deadlines

WYF 2026 offers two registration schemes:

Fully Funded

• Requires registration form, essay, and interview assessment
• Fully funded participants must pay the program fee first; reimbursement processed before the event
• Declaration Letter required for interview invitees who have not completed installment payments
• Fully funded participants receive the same benefits as all delegates
• Opportunity to serve as moderator during panel discussion

Self-Funded

• No essay required
• No interview
• No twibbon or social campaign requirement
• Applicants rejected from fully funded will automatically convert to self-funded without re-registering
• Only need to complete program fee/installments

Important registration deadlines:

• Fully Funded: January 20, 2026 – March 31, 2026.
• Self-Funded: January 20 2026 – June 7, 2026.

Because places (particularly fully funded seats) are limited, it’s best to apply as early as possible.

How to Register: Step by Step

To register for WYF 2026, follow these steps:

Before starting, please:

• Use a laptop and open the site in incognito mode
• Prepare ID/photo and essay (if fully funded)
• Use a personal email (Gmail, Yahoo, etc.)

Registration Steps:

• Open https://www.worldyouthfest.com
• Choose Self Funded or Fully Funded
• Create an account using full name, personal email, and password
• Sign in
• Open Submission → Edit Submission
• Complete personal details, professional profile, entry information, and (if applicable) essay and theme selection
• Review your information carefully
• Proceed to payment
• After payment status shows “Success,” click Submit to finalize

Important Notes:

• After final submission, no edits can be made
• Fully funded applicants must complete mandatory social media sharing (twibbon)
• Self funded applicants do not need to submit an essay or social sharing
• Full guideline: https://s.id/guidelineswyf26
• Twibbon: https://twb.nz/wyf26

Why You Should Join WYF 2026

Joining the World Youth Festival (WYF) 2026 – Vietnam Chapter gives you a valuable opportunity to build global connections with young leaders from different countries and backgrounds.

You will join leadership sessions, cultural exchange programs, and collaborative projects on business idea competitions that strengthen communication skills, critical thinking, and international exposure for your academic and career growth.

WYF 2026 also opens opportunities for fully funded participation, making this international youth festival accessible while helping you expand your portfolio and global mindset.

Conclusion

The World Youth Festival 2026 – Vietnam Chapter is open for global delegates who want to grow, connect, and contribute through international collaboration and leadership development.

You only need to complete the registration steps carefully, including filling the form, preparing your essay, completing required tasks, and submitting payment before the deadline.

If you are ready to gain global experience and strengthen your future opportunities, start your registration today and become part of the World Youth Festival 2026 – Vietnam Chapter!