The Forum of Young Global Leaders

The future of leadership is here.

To navigate the world’s most pressing issues, we need a new kind of leadership. One that values collaboration, insight and resolve.

We convene the Young Global Leaders Community, an international network of exceptional individuals committed to shaping the future. Through immersive learning, global convenings and deep peer exchange, we promote a culture of shared growth and forward-looking dialogue.

1400+

MEMBERS

120

NATIONALITIES

100

NOMINATIONS PER YEAR

Our growing membership of more than 1,400 members and alumni of 120 nationalities includes ministers, heads of state, and government representatives, CEOs and business leaders, NGO leaders, artists, innovators, entrepreneurs, technology pioneers, educators, journalists, and more.

At the heart of our work is the belief that complexity is not a barrier – it’s an opportunity for those ready to meet it with clarity and collaboration.

Each year, we welcome over 100 new members into a three-year development programme that includes academic modules, thematic gatherings and opportunities to contribute to strategic initiatives aligned with the World Economic Forum’s mission.

YGL Programme

The YGL Programme is a curated, three-year journey designed to prepare individuals for the future – equipping them with the tools, networks and perspective to navigate complexity and lead with confidence.

During the three-year programme, YGLs can:

Join immersive academic modules hosted by leading Universities.

Join thematic, peer-led learning journeys.

Attend the Annual YGL Summit and World Economic Forum meetings.

Take part in collaborations and initiatives led by the World Economic Forum.

Contribute to insights and research that shape global conversations.

How can we nurture and deploy effective leadership to rebuild trust, decrease polarization, and address global challenges in an increasingly complex world?

The YGL Foundation leads the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on Leadership, which aims to identify and disseminate transformative ideas with a potential for positive global impact.

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