Applications are now open for the Inspire Series 2026, a prestigious international leadership opportunity enabling five outstanding young changemakers to attend the globally recognized Concordia Annual Summit in New York City.

Delivered through a partnership between Libra Philanthropies and The Diana Award, the programme aims to elevate youth voices within global decision-making spaces while strengthening leadership capacity among emerging social impact leaders.

Selected participants will engage directly with policymakers, business leaders, innovators, and civil society actors shaping solutions to today’s most pressing global challenges.

Programme Overview

The Inspire Series provides young leaders with access to one of the world’s most influential global affairs gatherings held annually alongside the United Nations General Assembly.

Participants will:

• Attend high-level Summit sessions and panel discussions
• Connect with international leaders across sectors
• Share youth perspectives on global challenges
• Build lasting international partnerships
• Strengthen leadership skills in global policy spaces

This experience is designed to empower participants to translate global exposure into meaningful impact within their communities.

Key Details

• Location: New York City, United States
• Event Dates: 20–23 September 2026
• Funding: Fully Funded
• Number of Participants: 5 young leaders
• Programme Type: International Leadership & Global Affairs Opportunity

The programme covers:

• Summit registration and access
• International travel
• Accommodation
• Programme expenses and activities

What Participants Will Experience

Selected young leaders will receive a tailored Summit experience, including:

• Creation of a personalised Summit schedule aligned with professional interests
• Participation in networking sessions and partnership opportunities
• Engagement with global decision-makers and organisations
• Contribution of youth perspectives to international conversations
• Participation in a Learning Lab x Conversations for Change session

Following the Summit, participants will also join two virtual Conversations for Change sessions designed to encourage reflection, collaboration, and continued learning.

Learning Lab x Conversations for Change

A central component of the programme is participation in collaborative learning sessions jointly organised by Libra Philanthropies and The Diana Award.

These sessions provide space for young changemakers to:

• Exchange experiences and insights
• Explore solutions to social challenges
• Engage in peer learning and dialogue
• Inspire collective action through youth leadership

Participants will attend:

• One in-person session during the Summit
• Two online follow-up sessions in Autumn 2026

Some participants may also help lead future sessions.

About the Concordia Summit

The Concordia Annual Summit is a premier global gathering that convenes heads of state, industry leaders, civil society organisations, and emerging changemakers to foster cross-sector collaboration and advance practical solutions to global issues including:

• Democratic governance
• Economic opportunity
• Climate action and sustainable development
• Technology and responsible AI
• Global security and cooperation

This fully funded Inspire Series opportunity represents a rare pathway for young leaders to step into global policy conversations, strengthen international networks, and amplify youth leadership on a world stage.

Don't miss out on the application deadline which is 16 April 2026 ,(Early applications are encouraged as submissions may close sooner due to high demand.)

Scroll down for more details and click on the official link to apply