IRENA Youth Forum 2026 in UAE (Fully Funded)
Are you ready to join a fully funded international youth forum in Abu Dhabi, UAE? Young people from around the world are invited to apply for the 8th Edition of the IRENA Youth Forum 2026, which will take place from 8th to 10th January 2026 at the IRENA Assembly.
This annual International Youth Forum, organized by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), is a global platform that empowers young people to share their innovative ideas and contribute solutions to the global energy transition.
The theme for 2026 is:
“Youth Innovation and Digital Solutions: From AI to Access in Renewable Energy.”
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Quick Details About the IRENA Youth Forum 2026
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Host Country: UAE
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Location: Abu Dhabi
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Dates: 8th – 10th January 2026
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Benefits: Fully Funded
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Deadline: 30th September 2025
Key Features
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No Application Fee
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Selection of 35 participants only
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No IELTS required
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Full sponsorship for all selected delegates
What is the IRENA Youth Forum?
The IRENA Youth Forum is designed as a dynamic platform where young leaders can:
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Network with global thought leaders, government officials, and IRENA experts.
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Engage in dialogue and collaboration with stakeholders in the renewable energy sector.
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Share innovative ideas, insights, and solutions to accelerate the energy transition.
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Connect with decision-makers, policymakers, and international influencers.
The forum includes a rich program of workshops, debates, open dialogues, and interactive sessions, such as:
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High-level plenary discussions
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Expert debates & roundtables
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Thematic workshops and seminars
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Youth circles and interactive activities
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High-level bilateral meetings
Benefits for Selected Participants
All successful participants will receive:
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Fully covered travel tickets
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Accommodation during the forum
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Meals throughout the event
(Refer to the official IRENA YF 2026 Application Document for complete details.)
Who Can Apply?
The forum welcomes applications from:
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Youth of all nationalities
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Representatives from Least Developed Countries (LDCs), Small Island Developing States (SIDS), and other developing countries (as defined by the UN).
Eligibility Criteria
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Age requirement: 16 to 35 years
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IELTS/TOEFL: Not required
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Application: Must be submitted online
Application Process
Submit your application online and become part of the next generation of leaders in the global renewable energy transition.
اريد اقدم ع منحة في الأمارات/دبي اني طالبة من ليبيا ياريت تبعتولي التفاصيل
“Yo folks, New member here.I’m Syrian but I grew up/lived in the UAE for a good part of my life. Now I’m in university studying Cybersecurity (the struggle is real!). I joined to stay connected with the Emirati vibe and chat with people who get the culture.Hit me up if you want to talk about anything – from the best shawarma spots to firewalls and hacking (the ethical kind, of course!).”
Why it works: It’s very casual and uses humor (“the struggle is real”). It creates common ground by mentioning specific, relatable things like food and shared culture.
السلام عليكم، أود الاستفسار حول تفاصيل المنح المتاحة وشروط التقديم، مع جزيل الشكر
اسمي
عبده احمد من اليمن، خريج عام 2024 من الجامعة. أتطلع للتقدم بطلب منحة دراسيه في دوله الامارات العربيه الحبيبة لآكمال دراستي بكالوريوس وهذا المجال يثير اهتمامي التوافقي مع شغفي لما له من دور اختصاصي ومتقدم في عالم الطب واتمنئ ذلك والله المؤفق
انا طالبه من مصر اريد التقديم فالمنحه واود معرفه تفاصيل عن منحه الامارت والدراسه
أنا طالبة من غزة أريد التقديم في المنحة بكاليورس وأود أن أعرف تفاصيل اكثر عن المنحة