Future Action Summit Thailand 2025: Empowering Youth for Sustainable Development

Applications are now being accepted for the Future Action Summit Thailand 2025 (FAS Thailand), a dynamic youth forum taking place in Bangkok from August 21-24, 2025. Hosted by Echo Change, a youth-led organization dedicated to promoting sustainable development goals (SDGs), the summit aims to equip young leaders with the skills, knowledge, and networks necessary to drive positive change in their communities and beyond. The deadline for applications has been extended to July 15, 2025.

A Platform for Global Changemakers

The FAS Thailand 2025 welcomes students, volunteers, professionals, and SDG advocates from all corners of the globe. The four-day event offers a unique opportunity to engage in interactive workshops, cultural exchanges, and inspiring conversations focused on critical global challenges such as climate action, gender equality, peacebuilding, and innovation. Participants will benefit from leadership training, group activities, and simulations designed to enhance their confidence and impact.

Beyond skill-building, the summit provides invaluable networking opportunities with UN officials, representatives from non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and experienced mentors. This exposure can significantly enhance career prospects and provide pathways for young individuals to contribute meaningfully to the global development agenda.

Summit Objectives

Empower youth leadership Foster cross-cultural collaboration Promote policy innovation Bridge the gap between local action and global impact Cultivate future-ready skills Build career pathways Create a platform for youth voices

Funding Opportunities and Access

The FAS Thailand 2025 offers various participation categories, including fully funded, partially funded, self-funded, and forum access options. The fully funded package covers round-trip international airfare, shared accommodation, meals, airport transfers, a Global SDGs Leadership Certification, an SDGs toolkit, visa invitation letter, access to all summit sessions, and exclusive FAS merchandise.

Partially funded participants receive shared accommodation, meals, the leadership certification, the toolkit, visa invitation, summit access, and merchandise. Self-funded participants receive the same benefits as partially funded, excluding travel expenses. The forum access option provides access to summit sessions, meals, certification, the toolkit, and merchandise.

Available Funding Categories

Fully Funded: Covers travel, accommodation, meals, certification, toolkit, visa support, summit access, and merchandise. Partially Funded: Covers accommodation, meals, certification, toolkit, visa support, summit access, and merchandise. Self-Funded: Covers accommodation, meals, certification, toolkit, visa support, summit access, and merchandise (excluding travel). Forum Access: Covers all summit sessions, meals, certification, toolkit, and merchandise.

Eligibility and Application Process

The Future Action Summit Thailand 2025 is open to individuals aged 16 to 45 from all nationalities. Ideal candidates include students, volunteers, young professionals, activists, social entrepreneurs, and representatives from the UN, NGOs, government, and academia. Applicants should demonstrate a genuine interest in the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and showcase their passion and commitment through a motivation essay.

No IELTS or TOEFL scores are required. Applicants must possess a valid passport or be in the process of obtaining one.

To apply, visit the official website and click the "Apply Now" button. Carefully review the summit details and select the appropriate participation category. Complete the application form thoroughly and submit it before the extended deadline of July 15, 2025. Early application is highly recommended.

Eligibility Requirements

Aged 16-45 years old Passionate about the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Student, volunteer, recent graduate, young professional, or activist Demonstrate passion and commitment in a motivation essay Possess a valid passport (or be in the process of obtaining one)

Expert Perspective on Youth Empowerment

Dr. Anya Sharma, a leading expert in youth development and international relations at the Global Youth Policy Center, emphasizes the critical role of summits like FAS Thailand in fostering a new generation of global leaders. "These summits provide a crucial platform for young people to connect, collaborate, and develop the skills necessary to address complex global challenges," Dr. Sharma notes. "By bringing together diverse perspectives and providing access to mentorship and resources, FAS Thailand empowers youth to become effective agents of change in their communities and beyond."

The Significance of the SDGs

The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopted in 2015, represent a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030. Scholarships and summits focused on the SDGs are increasingly important in empowering individuals to contribute to these goals. The FAS Thailand 2025 directly aligns with this global agenda by providing a platform for young leaders to develop innovative solutions and build networks for collective action. The emphasis on SDGs reflects a growing recognition of the crucial role of youth in achieving a sustainable and equitable future.

Building on Past Success

The Future Action Summit builds upon the success of previous events, including the Future Action Summit Malaysia (FAS Malaysia) held in April 2025. The FAS Malaysia brought together young changemakers from around the world, fostering collaboration and generating innovative ideas. Highlights and photos from FAS Malaysia are available on the official website and Echo Change’s social media pages, providing a glimpse into the impactful experiences offered by these summits.

The Future Action Summit Thailand 2025 promises to be an equally transformative experience, empowering young individuals to become the leaders and innovators of tomorrow.