The Forum of Young Global Leaders is a peer community and development programme run by the Forum of Young Global Leaders Foundation, a Swiss foundation set up by the World Economic Forum.
Each year it brings in a new class of leaders from business, government, science, culture and civil society. Entry is by nomination from its own members and partners only.
Benefits & funding
- A three-year development programme: academic modules, thematic gatherings and work on strategic initiatives tied to the World Economic Forum’s mission.
- Membership of a community of 1,400+ members and alumni from 120+ countries.
- The pages read state no fees and no costs covered.
Eligibility
- You must be nominated by a YGL community member or partner; self-applications are not accepted.
- The page looks for a proven record of professional achievement, a clear purpose, a global, collaborative outlook, and comfort with complexity.
- The pages read state no age limit and no nationality or residence rule.
Can you apply?
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No nationality, residency, education, experience, gender or age limit is listed. The other conditions are under Eligibility.
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Application process
- 1A YGL member or partner organisation nominates you; there is no public form.
- 2Questions go to yglnomination@weforum.org.
Program timeline
Yearly
one new class is selected; the nominations page publishes no dates.