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Y20 (Youth Summit)
Winter 2025 | South Africa

CONTEXT:

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The Y20 (Youth 20) is the official youth engagement group of the G20, an international forum for young leaders from G20 countries. The Y20 serves as a platform for youth to express their perspectives, propose solutions, and engage in dialogue on global issues such as climate change, education, employment, and social inclusion. Each year, Y20 delegates gather at a summit hosted by the G20 presidency, where they collaborate to develop policy recommendations that are presented to G20 leaders. The Y20 aims to ensure that the voices of young people are heard in shaping global policies and fostering sustainable development, promoting the active involvement of youth in decision-making processes at the highest levels of governance.

To be eligible to apply, you must:

  1. Be aged 18 - 30 for the full duration of the program

  2. Be available for pre-departure training in Canberra (dates listed in the application form)

  3. Be available and able to travel for the full duration of the international delegation you are applying for

  4. Have the ability to commit at least 5 hours per week to the fellowship program

  5. Currently, hold or can obtain a passport well before your delegation's dates and will be valid for at least 6 months after the end of your delegation

  6. Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident 

  7. Live in Australia for the full duration of the program.

​We are looking for delegates that have:

  • Personal and/or professional interest in the delegation's purpose and issues 

  • Unique and relevant experience, showing a commitment to the fellowship requirements

  • Potential to gain professionally and personally from the experience 

  • Intention to contribute meaningfully to the fellowship and their communities following the fellowship

  • A relevant, considered and quality policy proposal

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You do NOT have to have prior experience in the theme of the delegation you are applying for. Grades are NOT considered as part of the application process. 

In Sem 1 2025, there is 1 application stream you can apply through for a Y20 Fellowship:

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Menzies Foundation


If you are aged 18–30 (and meet all other eligibility requirements) with a passion for leadership and driving positive change, you can apply to attend the Y20 through the Menzies Foundation stream.

 

Menzies Foundation aspires to raise the profile and importance of outstanding leadership by encouraging Australians to reflect on leadership, build their leadership capability and act for the greater good.

The Foundation supports leadership platforms which facilitate the exploration, deepen understanding, and codification of approaches to leadership. Their efforts to examine various dimensions of leadership from diverse perspectives reinforce the Foundation’s commitment to identifying the essential leadership qualities and attributes required for effective leadership in both the Australian and global contexts. This important work supports our leadership movement as we share these insights with the Australian and Global community; contributing to the leadership discourse.

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