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Youth Dialogue Forum

YDF 2025 dubai

Empowering Youth Voices for a Brighter Tomorrow

  • SEP 25-28, 2025
  • RAMADA DUBAI, UAE

Applications are open for Forum Passes and Self Funded

Youth dialogue forum (YDF) dubai

Leading the Conversation on Global Youth Empowerment

Aligned with the EU Youth Strategy, which emphasizes youth participation, empowerment, and cross-border collaboration, and the United Nations Youth Strategy, designed to lead global efforts in enabling young people to realize their potential and assert their rights, the Youth Dialogue Forum 2025 is dedicated to equipping young changemakers with the knowledge, skills, and networks needed to drive positive impact in their communities and beyond.

Join us in Dubai, a vibrant international hub of innovation and diversity for an immersive 4-day experience featuring interactive workshops, policy discussions, and strategic sessions led by global experts. Experience the city’s dynamic culture and architectural marvels through our curated cultural tours. The forum also offers rich opportunities for networking and celebrating global cultures, fostering inspiring exchanges of ideas and traditions from around the world.

Opportunities & Benefits

This isn’t just another conference, it’s a launchpad for leadership, a global classroom, and a celebration of real-world impact

  • Connect with experts from UN agencies, international NGOs, and renowned academic institutions
  • Forge lasting networks with changemakers representing over 100 countries

  • Showcase your ideas, projects, and innovations in an encouraging, solutions-oriented space.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Strategic Dialogues

In-depth, high-level discussions on youth as drivers of policy change and digital innovation.

Interactive Workshops

Practical sessions on creating solutions for social change and building leadership skills.

Youth Showcases

Provision for delegates to showcase projects and creative ideas on community development

Cultural Excursion

Immersive city experience in parallel exploration of cultural and architectural splendor.

Global Cultures Evening

A lively celebration of international traditions, music, fashion, and performances.

Leadership Training

Intensive modules in building leadership skills for a global era.

Exciting News for All YDF Delegates!

We’re thrilled to announce that the Top Delegate of YDF 2025 Dubai will receive a FREE Entry Voucher to our next Youth Dialogue Forum!
Your voice matters — bring your best, stand out, and earn your way to the next big stage!

Choose Your Path to lead the world

Participation Categories

fully funded (20)

$59.99
$ 14 99
  • Meals during the forum
  • YDF merchandise and welcome kit
  • Participation certificate
  • Access to all sessions, workshops & cultural segments
  • Dubai city tour
  • Cultural exchange activities
  • Speaking opportunities
  • Visa Support Letter
  • 4-star accommodation
  • Round-trip international airfare
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Forum pass

$324.99
$ 249 99
  • Meals during the forum
  • YDF merchandise and welcome kit
  • Participation certificate
  • Access to all sessions, workshops & cultural segments
  • Dubai city tour
  • Cultural exchange activities
  • Speaking opportunities
  • Visa Support Letter
  • 4-star accommodation
  • Round-trip international airfare
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Self-Funded

$649.99
$ 549 99
  • Meals during the forum
  • YDF merchandise and welcome kit
  • Participation certificate
  • Access to all sessions, workshops & cultural segments
  • Dubai city tour
  • Cultural exchange activities
  • Speaking opportunities
  • Visa Support Letter
  • 4-star accommodation
  • Round-trip international airfare
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Your Journey as a Global Change-Maker

The Youth Dialogue Forum (YDF) 2025 is not just an event — it’s a powerful movement of driven individuals united by a shared vision for a better world. If you’re ready to turn your passion into action and be a force for positive change, this is your opportunity to connect, grow, and lead with purpose.

  • Collaborate and exchange groundbreaking ideas with innovators from over 100 countries.
  • Build practical, real-world skills through immersive, expert-led workshops.
  • Expand your influence by joining a vibrant, global community committed to impact.

The spark for global change starts here.

Eligibility Criteria

Target Audience

Young Leaders, Volunteers, and Social Impact Professionals

Advocacy Focus

Community Development, Sustainability, and Youth Empowerment

Eligibility

University Students and Working Professionals

Age Requirement

Applicants Must Be 15 Years or Above

Nationality

Open to applicants from all nationalities

Venue

Ramada by Wyndham

155 Salahudin Road Deira, Dubai

Selection criteria

We’re looking for bold, purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about creating real change through volunteerism, advocacy, and leadership. Whether you’re a student discovering your voice, a young professional shaping your path, a social entrepreneur driving innovation, or a seasoned volunteer with stories to tell, YDF 2025 is your platform to lead, inspire, and make an impact that matters.

Emerging Leadership

A clear track record of leading initiatives, mobilizing teams, or driving community-based projects.

Demonstrated commitment to civic engagement, volunteerism, or youth empowerment through meaningful action and sustained involvement.

Driven by Purpose

A deep commitment to driving positive change in areas such as sustainability, education, public health, peacebuilding, and other key development goals.

A genuine passion for contributing to global conversations and working collaboratively toward real-world solutions.

Clarity of Purpose

A well-defined and compelling motivation for participating in YDF 2025, reflecting a strong sense of direction and intent.

Clear alignment between your personal aspirations and the forum’s mission to inspire leadership, foster dialogue, and drive global impact.

Effective Communication

Demonstrated ability to articulate thoughts clearly and confidently in English, both in speaking and writing.

Skilled in presenting one’s background, ideas, and achievements through engaging storytelling and impactful communication.

Equity & Inclusion

We welcome applications from individuals of all nationalities, cultures, and abilities.

To ensure a truly global and inclusive experience, special consideration will be given to voices from underrepresented regions and communities.

Learning to Action

Demonstrated readiness to leverage the knowledge and connections gained at YDF to initiate or scale meaningful projects locally, nationally, or globally.

A strong vision for creating lasting change through sustained action and collaboration.

youth dialogue forum (YDF) faqs

 

The event is organized by RiseUp All, a prominent organization committed to promoting:

  • Sustainable leadership
  • Innovation
  • Change management
  • Cultural transformation
  • Development of competency frameworks
  • Leadership competency development
  • Peak performance executive training
  • Behavioral skills enhancement

 

The event is open to all individuals, including:

  • Emerging leaders from various sectors such as business, government, academia, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
  • Professionals and entrepreneurs dedicated to sustainability and innovation.
  • Students and young professionals who aspire to make a positive global impact.
  • Mentors, educators, and thought leaders who are passionate about supporting the development of the next generation of leaders.

The event will be held in Dubai, UAE – a dynamic global hub that seamlessly blends cutting-edge innovation with rich cultural heritage. As a city at the forefront of sustainable development and technological advancement, Dubai provides an ideal setting for our programs.

Venue of the event will be announced on our official website and social media channels as the event date approaches.

Yes, there is a registration fee of $14.99 to register your application as a Fully Funded candidate.

The deadline to register  in fully funded category is is August 15, 2025.

The event will showcase distinguished global leaders, sustainability experts, innovators, and mentors.

We are pleased to announce that  Dr. Kamran Ahmed Siddiqui will serve as our keynote speaker.

Additional speaker announcements will be made on our official website and social media channels as the event date approaches.

  • Access to all sessions, workshops & cultural segments
  • Visa Invitation Letter.
  • Participation certificate
  • Airfare.
  • Speaking opportunities
  • 4-star accommodation
  • Meals During Event.
  • Exclusive Riseup Merchandise.
  • Networking Opportunities.
  • Dubai city tour

and much more.

  • Access to all sessions, workshops & cultural segments
  • Visa Invitation Letter.
  • Participation certificate
  • Meals During Event.
  • Exclusive Riseup Merchandise.
  • Networking Opportunities.
  • Dubai city tour

and much more.

 

  • Access to all sessions, workshops & cultural segments
  • Visa Invitation Letter.
  • Participation certificate
  • 4-star accommodation
  • Meals During Event.
  • Exclusive Riseup Merchandise.
  • Networking Opportunities.
  • Dubai city tour

and much more.

The event is specifically designed to promote collaboration and networking opportunities. Attendees will have the chance to connect with peers, mentors, and industry leaders from around the globe, facilitating valuable interactions and partnerships.

The official language of the event will be English.

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You can also reach us via our official  Whatsapp for any query or updates.

Please note that as the organizing body, RiseUp All Ltd is not authorized under UAE immigration law to issue visas directly to delegates. The visa process must be completed either through the official portal of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) at www.gdrfad.gov.ae
or through a licensed local travel/visa agency in the delegate’s country of residence.

If you still have any query, feel free to write us an email at outreach@riseupall.org  or drop us a message at Whatsapp, Our outreach team is available 24/7 to facilitate and answer to the raised queries.