Beyond Goals: Youth Shaping 2030
The Future Action Summit Australia 2026 is a four-day international leadership summit bringing together young changemakers, leaders, policymakers, and sustainability advocates to shape a just and inclusive world beyond 2030.
Hosted in Sydney, the summit serves as a dynamic platform for youth-led collaboration, innovation, and dialogue on the future of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As the 2030 deadline approaches, it challenges participants to think beyond goals, reimagining leadership and co-creating sustainable solutions for the future.
The application deadline has passed. We are no longer accepting applications for any category.
EVENT DATE
EVENT LOCATION
Sydney, Australia
EMAIL ADDRESS
FAS@echochange.org
The Future Action Summit offers two categories of funding, Fully Funded and Partially Funded, to support participants in covering their event-related expenses. A nominal non-refundable application fee of $19.99 applies to fully and partially Funded applicants.
Submitting an application does not guarantee selection. All applications are thoroughly reviewed by an independent selection panel through a competitive and merit-based evaluation process.
(Top 10 applicants will receive fully funded slots, while the next 20 will be awarded partially funded slots. Please note that the partially funded slots do not include round trip airfare, as airfare is only covered for fully funded participants.)
 Reserve your official invitation letter today — you can upgrade your package later, and the amount you’ve paid will be fully credited toward your selected funding category (Self-Funded or Forum Access).This option is ideal for passionate students eager to secure their place in this transformative global experience.The $99.99 fees is non-refundable regardless of the visa outcome
The Future Action Summit will feature a dynamic agenda of plenary sessions, capacity-building workshops, breakout discussions, and SDG theme panels designed to empower youth to champion sustainable development. Participants will engage in interactive expert-led SDG discussion, and policy roundtables, fostering collaboration across cultures to design scalable solutions for global challenges.
From keynote dialogues and leadership training to networking receptions and cultural immersion activities, the summit agenda is crafted to provide an immersive experience that drives learning, collaboration, and transformative action.
The summit welcomes participants aged 16-45 from all nationalities and backgrounds, including students, volunteers, recent graduates, and professionals, with no IELTS/TOEFL required, available from April 23rd
to 26th, 2026.
A total of 150 slots are available: 10 Fully Funded, 20 Partially Funded, and 120 Self Funded.
Fully Funded Scholarships: Cover all expenses, including airfare, 3 days of accommodation, meals during the summit hours, a Global SDGs Leadership Certification, an SDGs toolkit, an invitation letter for visa assistance, a participation certificate, and full access to the forum.
Top 10 applicants will receive fully funded slots, while the next 20 will be awarded partially funded slots. Please note that the partially funded slots do not include round trip airfare, as airfare is only covered for fully funded participants.
Self-Funded Packages: Participants opting for this category will need to purchase the self-funded package, which includes 3 days of accommodation, meals during the hours, a Global SDGs Leadership Certification, an SDGs toolkit, an invitation letter for visa assistance, a participation certificate, and full access to the forum. They will enjoy the same privileges as fully funded and partially funded participants.
Forum Access: Participants will enjoy meals during the summit hours and receive a Global SDGs Leadership Certification from a respected US-based organization. Additionally, an SDGs toolkit will be provided to enhance the learning experience, a participation certificate, and full access to the forum.
Invitation Letter:Â With this package, you will receive an Official Invitation Letter, have the Option to Upgrade Anytime, and enjoy the benefit of having your Amount Fully Credited Toward Other Categories (Self-Funded or Forum Access).
This option is ideal for passionate students eager to secure their place in this transformative global experience. Please note that the 99.99 USD fee is non-refundable regardless of the visa outcome.
To apply for the Fully Funded or Partially Funded scholarships, you must complete the general application form. Our independent selection panel, comprising members from around the world, will review all applications and make final scholarship decisions through a transparent selection process. To increase your chances of being selected, ensure that your application demonstrates strong dedication and motivation.
Yes! If you're not selected for a scholarship, you can still attend the summit by purchasing either the Self-Funded Package or the Forum Access Package. You will enjoy the same privileges as all other participants.
The application fee is $19.99 for fully-funded and partially funded applications, and it is non-refundable.
Echo Change will provide an invitation letter for the summit, which can assist you in the visa application process. While we can guide you through the visa processing, we do not guarantee visa approval.
We highly recommend that all participants have a valid passport before the time of the summit (April 23rd
to 26th, 2026). Without a valid passport, you will not be able to get the visa for the event.
You can reach us via email at FAS@echochange.org or WhatsApp us at +1 (720) 659-2489Â for any inquiries or assistance.
You can securely pay the application fee using a debit or credit card through a trusted Stripe payment gateway.
All applications must be submitted by January 12, 2026. We encourage applicants to complete and submit their forms well in advance to avoid any last-minute issues.