18 - 20 January 2026
DAVOS
Are you an adventure-seeker, eager to learn, and ready for an exceptional transformative experience that blends personal discovery with professional growth?
The age range for our Youth Leaders Program is 16 - 22 years. There are some exceptions for younger participants accompanied by one parent.
Key Benefits
At the end of Youth Leadership Davos, the participant will be able to do skills, understand knowledge, and apply competencies that are observable and measurable.
To be aware of one’s own unique needs and passions.
To be positive, by being grateful, wondrous, learning and innovating.
To not be afraid of personal blocks and build Grit.
To visualize own purpose.
To build community and build genuine partnerships.
To identify the right problem to solve.
To be present for balanced personal & professional life wellbeing.
Development Areas
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YLD designs activities for you to effectively prepare, choose, and embark on the journey of college, employment, and other interests.
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YLD offers you state-of-the-art tools for you to be present with yourself to gain clarity of what drives and blocks from you what you want ‘be when you grow up’.
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YLD curates global change makers to offer inspiration and advice on how you can craft your own journey of leadership, meaning, and passion more effectively.
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YLD brings together an interesting group of youth leaders to help you make a bigger voice for youselves as the next generation.
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YLD facilitates engaging experiences that will be filled with surprises for you to remember for the rest of your life.
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YLD offers select modules for a parent and child (age 12 to 14) to be jointly exposed to one of the world’s most powerful forums. This experience will improve your family communication. There is an option for Mother and Daughter / Father and Son program upon inquiry.
3 Unforgettable Days for 20 Change-makers.
January 18 (Sun)
Youth Founders & Investors Workshop
DAVOS
January 19 (Mon)
Youth Dragon Wagon
Conference
DAVOS
January 20 (Tues)
Youth Dragon Wagon
Conference
DAVOS
Program Highlights
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Youth Founders & Investors Workshop
Curated speakers, state-of-the-art training, will offer interactive workshops to kick-start immersive experience as a founder and/or an investor.
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Youth Dragon Wagon
Similar to shark tank, YLD members can serve as Founders as well as Investors. There will be prize/investment funds awarded at end of conference, as well as match with mentor/champion.
Invitation-Only
Evening Events
Highly curated for interactions with world leaders.
Additional Cost
Invitation-Only
Accommodation
DAVOS | 7 Nights | Zentrum Haus Davos
Additional Cost USD 5,000
Check-in Jan 19. Check-out Jan 26, 2025.
Walk to events on Promenade, Davos (16 min, 1 km) and Migros Restaurant (5 min, 300 m).
All participants will be staying in a large room with 20 beds, offering a communal experience. Separate shared toilet facilities are on the same floor.
Size of shared room: 120 sqm (1,300 sqft)
24-hour tea/coffee/cold food self-serve buffet
Program Cost
Advise upon application through regional partners in ASEAN, Middle East, Europe, America, etc..
Limited space up to maximum 20 participants.
The cost covers access to scheduled events and activities, and program materials, for the duration of the program.
The cost does not include international and local travel to/from/within Switzerland, all meals, and personal expenses.
Payment Terms
Full payment 5 days after acceptance.
No refund for cancellation or any program parts.
Replacement participant allowed upon interview.
Application Process
Submit Application Form
Receive acknowledgement within 3 working days for interview meeting (30 minutes).
Receive Acceptance Letter within 5 working days after interview.
Application deadline September 15, 2025.
5 main phases
SPROUT: Feel your presence
LOTUS: Discover your strengths
MUD: Embrace your challenges
BLOOM: Ignite opportunities
SPLASH: Take action and lead change
3 key topics
AI Science & Medicine for Humanity
Close the Gender & Planetary Gap
Economic Resilience & Geopolitics
