U.S.-ROK-Japan Young Trilateral Leaders (YTL) Summit 2025

U.S.-ROK-Japan Young Trilateral Leaders (YTL) Summit aims to strengthen the trilateral ties between the U.S., Republic of Korea, and Japan while equipping 50 youth participants (ages 18-35) from these nations and the Indo-Pacific region with the tools and expertise to address global challenges. Through leadership development, strategic collaboration, and innovation, participants will actively contribute to shaping the region's future.

In preparation for the in-person event, participants will engage in virtual workshops focusing on team building, leadership, and understanding trilateral dynamics. The summit itself will provide a platform for youth leaders to collaborate and craft actionable solutions to pressing issues.

Website: https://ytlsummit2025.com/
Summit Location: Kansai, Osaka, Japan
Summit Date: 3-day Summit in early July 2025 (the website will add the exact dates shortly)

Application Deadline: 23:59 on January 19, 2025 (U.S. Pacific Standard Time) OR 16:59 on January 20, 2025 (Japan & Korean Standard Time).

Application Requirements:

1. English language fluency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
2. Between the ages of 18-35 years old.
3. Citizens of the United States, Republic of Korea, or Japan – with priority given to those who are currently living in their home country.
4. Citizens of a Southeast Asian Country or Pacific Island – must be an alum of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) or Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) program and nominated by their U.S. Embassy. Please contact YSEALI (YSEALI@state.gov) or YPL (YPL@state.gov) for more information.
5. A history of excellence in local and regional youth leadership activities.