A FORUM FOR YOUNG TALENT
The World Youth Forum – World Cup 2026 Special, is an international initiative aimed at mobilizing young people around the world to promote peace, technology, and economic development through the lens of sport.
Following the success of its first edition held in Paris in May 2024 as part of the Olympic Games, this second edition will take place from April 15 to 17, 2026, in Miramar, Broward County, Florida, USA, one of the three host countries for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Theme : ‘“Sport, Economy, Innovation: The talent of young people in 2026, what paths for tomorrow?”
This special edition will create synergies with the world’s biggest soccer event. It is positioned as a platform for exchange, reflection, and action for young leaders committed to building a more peaceful and economically equitable world.
The World Youth Forum will exclusively welcome young people with talents in at least one of the fields of sport, diplomacy, economics, or technology.
The objectives of Forum 2026
•Facilitate intercultural dialogue among young people around the world.
•Encourage extraordinary initiatives by young people.
•Identifying young talent in the fields of technology, diplomacy, and sports.
•Creating a force for proposals driven by young people to governments and international institutions.
•Creating a global network of young leaders committed to development in their countries.
•Taking environmental issues into account and pursuing sustainable growth.
- 300 participants
- 50 volunteers.
- 40 mentors, young executives.
- More than 120 countries represented
- 3 days of work in forum.
- More than 20 institutions and diplomats expected
- 2 soccer matches (Mexico-USA-Canada teams vs. the rest of the world)
- Special barbecue evening : "American history"
- Plenary sessions with international experts Interactive debates between young people
- International certification in leadership and sustainability.
WORLD YOUTH FORUM USA 2026
Participant profile
- Young entrepreneurs.
- Young business executives
- Young people from soccer training centers.
- Presidents of youth organizations
- Students.
- Young people recommended by the government
- Young people supported by universities
Selection criteria
- Be between 16 and 25 years old.
- Have a special talent in one of the following areas: sports, culture, technology, economics, diplomacy.
- Have a valid passport (for non-US citizens)
Provisional program for the Forum
Day 1 - Wednesday, April 15, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM : Welcoming of forum participants.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM : Welcoming of Miramar City residents.
8:20 AM -9:50 AM : Welcome and Folkloric entertainment and opening ceremony
9:50 AM-10:15 AM : Welcoming address by the Mayor of Miramar and foreign official.
10:15 AM-10:20 AM : Suprise
10:30 AM -11:00 AM : Family photo and coffee break.
11:10 AM-12:10 PM : 4 Masterclass led by forum partners and officials.
12:10 PM -12:30 PM : Focus on the Youth Initiative (Mexico-United States-Canada).
12:30 PM -1:30 PM : Youth networking lunch.
1:30 PM-4:30 PM : Workshop 1 (Business Intelligence, Economic Pluralism).
4:30 PM -5:30 PM : Presentation of the results of the 4 groups from Workshop 1.
5:30 PM : End of the first day's work.
7:00 PM -9:00 PM : Suprise.
Day 2 - Thursday, April 16, 2026
8:00 AM : Arrival of participants
8:30-9:00 AM : Breakfast
9:00-10:00 PM : Consensual presentation of the recommendations retained from workshop N° 1 and vote on the project to be carried out
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM : Workshops N° 2: Entrepreneurship; Creation & Digital opportunities
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM : Networking lunch.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM : Hackathon on artificial intelligence
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM : Presentation of the results of the 4 groups from Workshop
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM : Gala soccer: Mexico, USA, Canada team vs. the rest of the world (men's and women's teams).
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM : Women's match
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM : Boys' match
9:00 PM : Suprise
9:30 PM : End of the second day of the forum.
Day 3 - Friday, April 17, 2026
8:00 AM : Special forum exhibition: Installation of partner and company exhibition stands in Miramar.
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM : Breakfast
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM : Consensual presentation of the recommendations from Workshop N° 2 and vote on the project to be implemented.
10:00 AM. - 10:45 AM : Finalization of the adoption of a Hackathon project.
10:45 AM. - 12:00 PM : Tour of the stands by the officials, trategic partners, participants, and citizens of the city of Miramar.
12:10 PM. - 1:00 PM : Lunch for participants.
1:00 PM- 3:00 PM : Special Masterclass.
3:10 PM. - 4:00 PM : Presentation of the results of all the forum workshops.
4:10 PM - 5:00 PM : Suprise.
5:10 PM : Official family photo with all the flags (Town Hall Square).
7:00 PM. - 9:30 PM : BIG SUPRISE.
WORLD YOUTH FORUM
MATCH DAY
THURSDAY APRIL 16TH 2026
WOMEN'S FOOTBALL
MEN'S FOOTBALL
Associative Partner (NGO ; CSOs)
Your commitment to the forum :
1 – Participation in the construction of activities, workshops, conferences and matches.
2 – Active promotion of the forum in your networks
3 – Proposal or provision of volunteers for the forum
4 – Active participation in the overall communication of the forum via their networks.
Our commitment to you :
A) – Provision of a platform to promote your initiatives.
B) – Opportunity to co-host workshops.
C – Your logo displayed on online communication media.
D) – Your name mentioned in thank-you speeches.
E) – 1 place in the Forum’s VIP lounge.
Local, national or international media partner.
Commitment :
1 – Media coverage before, during and after the event.
2 – Promotion of Forum campaigns.
Benefits :
A) – VIP access to the event and speakers.
B)- Mentioned as an « Official Media Partner ».
C)- Your logo on all media (except T-shirts).
- Company logo displayed in a prominent position on all official communications
- Mention of the sponsor as “Official sponsors” during the opening and closing speeches of each event.
- Speech at the forum opening ceremony.
- VIP invitation for 10 representatives of the organization.
- Priority masterclass sessions to present the company or organization's services
- Place spécial pour votre stand lors des expositions
- Your logo on the jerseys of the forum's football matches
- Opportunity for an executive from the organization to participate in a panel and an opportunity to demonstrate the company's expertise
- Dedicated space on the organization's stand throughout the forum.
- Inclusion in the event's final report to participants, media, and partner governments
- Your logo on the uniforms of all forum participants and the team
- Team leaders on the economic report of the recommendations
- Your logo in the stadium during gala matches
- Your presence on the awards podium
- Your name will be associated with one of the special prizes.
- Your logo on the players' medal ribbons and around the stadium.
- Name of your company associated with the forum barbecue party.
Program & Structure
- Duration: 3 days (April 15 – 17, 2026)
- Format: Hybrid / In-person
- Venues: Ansin Sports Complex, Miramar Multi-Service Complex, Town Hall Square, Miramar Cultural Center
- Plenary sessions with international experts
- Thematic workshops and networking
- Football matches (World Cup teams vs. the rest of the world)
- Special cultural barbecue evening
Main Themes
- Youth leadership in sport & business
- Peace & development
- Blue economy & climate resilience
- Media, storytelling & technology
- Sports diplomacy & economic cooperation
- Entrepreneurship & innovation
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS REGISTRATION
WHO CAN REGISTER FOR THE FORUM?
Participation in the World Youth Forum 2026 is open to young people from all over the world, without any form of discrimination.
DOES THE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE SUPPORT THE CANDIDATES?
Yes, each application will be subject to a profile review before approval. Full or partial funding, or simply acceptance of participation without funding, may be decided unilaterally based on criteria such as geographical distance, social circumstances, and the merits of the application.
WHAT TYPE OF SUPPORT WILL CANDIDATES RECEIVE?
Selected candidates will receive support tailored to their profile on three levels:
1 – Fully funded participation (visa assistance + airfare + accommodation + transportation during the Forum + meals)
2 – Partially funded participation (visa assistance + accommodation + transportation during the Forum + meals)
3 – Unfunded participation (visa assistance + transportation during the Forum + meals)
HOW MANY PARTICIPANTS WILL THE FORUM HOST?
The forum will welcome 300 participants from a representative sample of all Member States and observers to the United Nations.
Will successful candidates receive assistance with visa applications and logistics?
Yes, a special unit is on hand to assist with visas, flights, and accommodation in Florida.
Will certificates be awarded to all participants in the World Youth Forum?
Yes, international certificates will be awarded during the closing ceremony of the forum in the presence of officials.
WHEN DOES REGISTRATION FOR THE FORUM OPEN?
Registration for the World Youth Forum – Miramar, Florida 2026 opens on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Florida time.
WHEN DOES REGISTRATION FOR THE FORUM END?
Registration for the World Youth Forum – Miramar, Florida 2026 closes on February 15, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. Florida time.
Can candidates receive support from their country's government, university, or company?
Yes, candidates can request assistance from their country’s government, university, or company.
If they are sponsored by a public or private organization, they must register on the forum website and send us an email explaining their situation to the following address: [email protected].
DISCOVER THE CITY OF MIRAMAR
VISA, entry into the United States of America (type B1/B2)
For participants selected for the 2026 World Youth Forum USA.
It is essential for citizens who do not reside in the United States of America to comply with the conditions for entry into the United States. All selected participants must have a valid passport and, depending on your nationality, a visa or electronic travel authorization (ESTA). We strongly recommend that each forum participant check the specific requirements now and begin the process with the U.S. consular authorities in their country. We strongly recommend that you prepare the necessary documents well in advance. For detailed and up-to-date information on entry and stay requirements in the U.S.
Please visit the official U.S. government website : https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas.html // https://www.state.gov/visas/#immigrant-visas
