Call for applications for the 12th Youth Leadership Workshop on GCED. The fully funded youth development program is offered by APCEIU and the UNESCO Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP) in partnership with the GCED Youth Network. The youth leadership program is organized in a hybrid format including both in-person and online sessions. Selected participants will attend the online workshop from 12–14 May 2026 while remaining in their home countries. Later, they will travel to Seoul, Republic of Korea, to attend the in-person main workshop from 8–12 June 2026.
For selected participants, the global leadership program covers round-trip international airfare to and from Seoul. During the in-person workshop, participants will receive meals, accommodation, and local transportation. The Youth Leadership Workshop on Global Citizenship Education (GCED) will bring together 40 youth leaders from ODA recipient countries who have been actively engaged in GCED activities. The program aims to empower young leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to promote peace, sustainability, and global cooperation.
The theme of this year’s edition is “Translating Peace into Action: Leveraging Media and the Arts for Youth Advocacy.” During the international youth leadership training program, participants will take part in interactive sessions, discussions, and collaborative activities with youth leaders from around the world. After successful completion of the workshop, participants will be eligible to participate in an additional mentorship program from July to August (6 weeks, online) to further expand their initiatives. Apply now before the applications close.
Youth Leadership Workshop on GCED 2026 in South Korea:
Host Country:
- South Korea
Host Organisations:
- UNESCO Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding (APCEIU)
- Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP)
In Partnership With:
- GCED Youth Network
Program Location:
- Both online and in-person (Seoul, South Korea)
Program Duration:
- 12-14 May 2026 (online)
- 8–12 June 2026 (physical)
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Benefits of Youth Leadership Workshop South Korea:
- The program will cover round-trip international airfare to and from Seoul.
- Selected participants will get accommodation and meals during the in-person program days.
- Local transportation services will also be provided.
- Participants will have multiple learning and networking opportunities.
- After completing the workshop, participants will receive a certificate.
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Eligibility Criteria for Youth Leadership Workshop in South Korea:
Candidates applying must fulfill all of the following requirements.
- Applicants must be born between 1998 and 2007. They must have oral and written English language proficiency.
- Applicants must have at least 2 years of present experience in youth activities.
- Candidates must be committed to implement GCED training programs within three months after attending the in-person workshop.
- Applicants must be from one of the Official Development Assistance (ODA) recipient countries. (List is available on the official website) Applicants must have completed the required prerequisite online course on the GCED Online Campus.
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How to apply for Youth Leadership Workshop in South Korea:
- Apply through online application form.
- Provide your personal information and contact details.
- Mention your education details and affiliation with any organisation.
- Select your English proficiency level.
- Upload the required documents.
- Answer all other questions asked in the form.
- Review and submit your application form.
Documents required for Youth Leadership Workshop on GCED 2026 in South Korea:
- CV / Resume.
- 1-min-self introduction video.
- Prerequisite course certificate.
- Passport (proof of nationality).
Program Deadline:
- The last date to apply is 26 March, 2026.
