The Future Action Summit 2025
The Future Action Summit, organized by Echo Change, is an international summit aimed at empowering and training young leaders worldwide to advance the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This four-day event will take place from April 25 to April 28, 2025, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is designed to unite youth activists, changemakers, UN officials, social entrepreneurs, young political leaders, government representatives, policymakers, and advocates for the SDGs in a vibrant setting.
Application Process
Individuals interested in attending the Future Action Summit must apply by the deadline of March 8, 2025. The summit encourages participation from students, volunteers, and professionals who exhibit a strong commitment to making an impact and connecting with like-minded individuals. By participating in this summit, attendees can shape a better tomorrow.
Key Features of the Summit
The summit is rich in interactive activities that include workshops and sessions led by experts. These experiences are meant to inspire and empower participants to develop practical skills and engage in experiential learning. The ultimate goal is to effectively contribute to initiatives aimed at achieving the SDGs by the target year of 2030.
Participants will also enhance their professional development through expert-led training, preparing them for potential careers with global organizations such as the United Nations and International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs). This is a unique opportunity for attendees to engage with global leaders, policymakers, and sustainability experts, providing insights into effective community-driven strategies.
Eligibility Criteria
The summit is open to participants from all nationalities and backgrounds, specifically targeting individuals aged 16 and above. Notably, there are no prerequisites for English language tests like IELTS or TOEFL. This inclusivity extends to students, volunteers, recent graduates, and professionals alike. Attendance at the summit from April 25 to 28, 2025, is mandatory.
There are different funding options available:
- Fully Funded Seats: Include round-trip airfare, accommodation, meals, airport transfers, forum access, and an event toolkit.
- Partially Funded Seats: Cover accommodation, meals, airport transfers, forum access, and an event toolkit.
- Self-Funded Seats: Include accommodation, meals, forum access, and an event toolkit, with participants responsible for their own airfare.
Benefits of Attending
Attendees of the Future Action Summit can expect a wide range of benefits, including:
- 10 fully funded, 15 partially funded, and 100 self-funded seats provided.
- Visa assistance through an invitation letter.
- A 24-hour Global SDGs Leadership Certification from a US-based organization.
- Three days of intensive SDGs leadership training.
- A vibrant cultural night event.
- Event toolkit to aid participants in their journey.
- Opportunities to become a Global Change Ambassador or establish a local Echo Change chapter.
- Pathways toward careers within the UN and INGOs.
- Participation certificates for all delegates.
- Networking with global leaders, policymakers, and development experts.
Participation Categories
The Future Action Summit features three categories of funding aimed at assisting participants with their expenses, through a nominal application fee of $16.50:
- Fully Funded: This category covers round-trip airfare, shared accommodation, meals during the event, airport transfers, and includes certification and toolkit.
- Partially Funded: Offers shared accommodation, meals, certification, and toolkit.
- Self-Funded: Covers only shared accommodation and meals, with participants responsible for their airfare.
All applicants for fully funded and partially funded positions will complete the same application form and be evaluated on their skills, experience, passion, and motivation. Those not selected for funding can still apply for self-funded positions.
Summit Themes
Key themes of the summit will include:
- SDGs Advocacy
- Youth Empowerment for Global Goals
- Innovating for the Future
- Future SDGs Champion Award: The top 30 performers will be recognized with this award.
Objectives of the Future Action Summit
The objectives focus on empowering youth leaders, promoting the UN Sustainable Development Goals, fostering global collaborations, encouraging cultural exchange, enhancing capacity building, recognizing youth excellence, and creating career opportunities in fields related to sustainable development.