AFS Youth Assembly 2025 in New York | Fully Funded Opportunity

Attend the AFS Youth Assembly 2025 in New York, USA (Fully Funded Opportunity)

Are you ready for a fully funded trip to the USA? Applications are now open for the prestigious AFS Youth Assembly 2025 in New York City! This is a golden opportunity for young changemakers from around the world to gather, connect, and inspire action on a global stage.

Scheduled to take place from August 8 to 10, 2025, this three-day event will bring together young leaders to exchange ideas, promote education, encourage action, and create a lasting impact. The 30th edition of the AFS Youth Assembly will focus on the theme:
“Defying Adversity: Empowering Young Global Citizens to Lead.”

The fully funded scholarship, sponsored by AstraZeneca, supports youth passionate about building a healthier and more sustainable future for everyone.

Details About the AFS Youth Assembly 2025

Host Country: United States
Location: New York University (NYU), New York City
Dates: 8th to 10th August 2025
Duration: 3 days
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Application Deadline: 1st May 2025

Financial Benefits

The AstraZeneca scholarship generously covers:

Full registration fees for the program
Round-trip airfare
Accommodation in New York for 3 nights
Evening dinner cruise around New York Harbor
Awards and special recognitions

You’ll not only participate in powerful sessions but also enjoy a magical evening cruise against the iconic NYC skyline!

Theme and Key Objectives of the AFS Youth Assembly 2025

Theme:
Defying Adversity: Empowering Young Global Citizens to Lead

Main Objectives:

Peace, Policy, and Action: Navigating the challenges of global instability
Green Skills for Employment: Building sustainable, resource-efficient societies
Youth Mental Health: Addressing challenges and offering solutions in a turbulent world
Advancing Women’s Inclusion and Leadership: Promoting gender equity across leadership platforms

Why AstraZeneca Is Sponsoring the Scholarship

Through this initiative, AstraZeneca aims to empower young leaders who are making strides in:

Health Equity and improving access to healthcare
Building Resilient Health Systems in the face of global challenges
Climate and Nature Action to protect health and the environment

Their goal is to uplift passionate youth who are actively working, studying, or conducting research in these crucial fields.

Eligibility Criteria

You are eligible to apply if you:

Are between 18 and 35 years old at the start of the program
Come from any country
Have not previously attended the AFS Youth Assembly
Are actively involved in Health Equity, Health System Resilience, Climate Action, or Nature Action
Are able to actively participate in sessions conducted in English

How to Apply for the AFS Youth Assembly 2025

Applying is simple!

Complete the online application through the official AFS Youth Assembly website before the 1st of May 2025.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to network with global peers, build leadership skills, and create meaningful change in your community—and beyond.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply