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Call for applications for the 2025 Youth Strategic Forum in Kuala Lumpur. The Youth Forum will be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 1 to 3 January 2025. Students, youth leaders, professionals, and scholars aged 16-45 from all backgrounds are welcome to apply for this exciting opportunity. Candidates are not required to submit scores from English proficiency tests like IELTS or TOEFL. The Youth Forum is organized by the Center for Strategy and Cultural Diplomacy (CSCD).

YSF 2025 offers a hands-on approach to learning about global diplomacy. Participants will dive into activities such as a Model United Nations simulation, where they will sharpen negotiation and diplomatic skills while learning about the responsibilities of organizations such as the United Nations Security Council. Through interactive workshops, participants will also explore the role of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Organization of Economic Cooperation in regional and global stability.

Forum sessions cover a variety of topics, such as the influence of art on statecraft, the emerging identity of Asia, and peaceful approaches to conflict resolution. These modules empower participants with insights into how culture, history and diplomacy shape global dynamics. By participating in YSF 2025, young leaders will gain valuable perspectives, expand their networks, and develop the skills necessary to promote peace and resilience in their communities and beyond.

2025 Youth Strategic Forum in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia:

2025 YSF Modules 

• Art, Society, and Statecraft
• Asian Identity: Past, Present and Future
• Peace through peaceful means
• Geopolitics and Power Dynamics
• Global resilience and youth leadership

YSF Malaysia Categories:

• Fully Funded: Five fully funded spots are available, covering all forum expenses, including extras such as event equipment, food, accommodation, and travel support.
• Partially Funded: 15 partially funded spots are available, covering 50% of the summit fee. An exceptional participant will be recognized as an ideal strategist and will have the opportunity to collaborate with CSCD.
• Self-Funded: Self-funded fee of $599 USD includes event materials, certificate of participation, full access to modules, workshops, networking sessions, and summit materials. It also covers accommodation, dining, sightseeing and the entire summit experience in Kuala Lumpur, offering a complete and rich program.

Eligibility Criteria for Youth Strategic Forum in Malaysia:

• Open to students, professionals, youth leaders and scholars from around the world.
• Applicants from all backgrounds are eligible.
• Age Requirement: 16-45 years
• IELTS or other language tests are not required.

How to Apply for Youth Strategic Forum 2025:

• For application details visit the official website of Youth Strategic Forum.
• Choose your participation type: fully funded, partially funded, or self-funded.
• Fill the application form with personal and academic information.
• Upload any required documents.
• Submit application before the deadline for consideration.
• Pay the application fee.
• If accepted, wait for result notification with further instructions.

YSF Malaysia Deadline:

• January 1–3, 2025.