MALAYSIA' 2025

25th – 28th April, 2025

About The Summit

Join us for The Future Action Summit 2025, organized by Echo Change, a 4-day international summit dedicated to empowering and training young leaders from across the globe to accelerate progress toward the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Scheduled to take place in the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this global event brings together youth activists, changemakers, UN officials, social entrepreneurs, young political leaders, government representatives, policy makers and SDGs advocates worldwide.

LAST DATE TO APPLY: 16 MARCH 2025

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Who Should Attend the Summit?

Whether you’re a student, volunteer, or professional passionate about driving impact or eager to connect with like-minded visionaries, the Future Action Summit is your gateway to shaping a better tomorrow.

Who Should Attend the Summit

Whether you’re a student, volunteer, or professional passionate about driving impact or eager to connect with like-minded visionaries, the Future Action Summit is your gateway to shaping a better tomorrow.

Key Features of the Summit

The summit offers interactive activities, workshops, and expert-led sessions to inspire and empower youth. Participants will gain practical skills and engage in experiential learning to drive impactful initiatives aimed at achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.

The summit builds up the capacity of participants to start their careers in global organizations like the United Nations and INGOs through our expert-led professional training. Attendees will be able to engage with global leaders, policymakers, and sustainability experts, gaining insights into effective strategies for community-driven impact.

Event Date

25th – 28th April, 2025

Event Location 

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Email Address

futureactionsummit
@echochange.org

Eligibility Criteria

  • Welcoming participants of all nationalities and backgrounds.
  • Participants aged 16 and above are encouraged to apply.
  • No IELTS/TOEFL is required for the summit.
  • Students, volunteers, recent graduates, as well as young and experienced professionals, are encouraged to apply.
  • Participants must be available to attend the summit from April 25th to 28th 2025.

Fully Funded Seats:

Round-trip airfare, accommodation, meals, airport Transfers, forum access, event toolkit

Partially Funded Seats:

Accommodation, meals, airport Transfers, forum access, event toolkit

Self- Funded Seats:

Accommodation, meals, forum access, event toolkit

BENEFITS OF ATTENDING THE FUTURE ACTION SUMMIT

  • 10 Fully Funded, 15 Partially Funded, and 100 Self-Funded seats.
  • Accommodation & meals during the event.
  • Visa assistance through invitation letter.
  • 24-hour Global SDGs Leadership Certification by a US-based organization.
  • 3-day SDGs leadership training.
  • A vibrant cultural night.
  • Event toolkit
  • Opportunity to become a Global Change Ambassador or start a local Echo Change chapter.
  • Pathways to UN & INGO careers.
  • Participation certificates for all delegates.
  • Connect with global leaders, policymakers & development experts.

PARTICIPATION CATEGORIES

The Future Action Summit provides three categories of funding to assist participants in covering event expenses, with a nominal application fee of $16.50

Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee selection. All applications are carefully assessed by an independent selection committee through a detailed process.

FULLY FUNDED

PARTIALLY FUNDED

All fully funded and partially funded applicants will use the same application form for the summit and undergo the same selection process by our selection panel. Selection will be conducted fairly and solely based on the skills, experience, passion, and motivation expressed in your application essays. If you are not selected for a fully or partially funded slot, you can still be considered for the Self-Funded and Forum Access categories.

SELF- FUNDED (CONFIRMED SLOT)

$550

$600

FORUM ACCESS

$300

$400

SUMMIT THEMES

  • SDGs ADVOCACY
  • YOUTH EMPOWERMENT FOR GLOBAL GOALS
  • INNOVATING FOR THE FUTURE

FUTURE SDGs CHAMPION AWARD

The top 30 performers will be honored with the prestigious “Future SDGs Champion” award, recognizing their impact and excellence during the summit

OBJECTIVES OF THE FUTURE ACTION SUMMIT

  • Empowering Youth Leaders
  • Promoting UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Fostering Global Collaborations
  • Encouraging Cultural Exchange
  • Building Capacity
  • Recognizing Excellence of Youth
  • Creating Career Opportunities

OUR GLOBAL MENTORS

HANNAH LARN

UNITED KINGDOM

SARAH CHRISTINA

COLOMBIA

HIND TOUISSATE

MOROCCO

NITISH BAROLE

INDIA

HANANAE AIT ABOU

MOROCCO

NYASHA FREEMAN

MOZAMBIQUE

SONAKSHI SALUJA

INDIA

SAHLIM CHARLES

KENYA

OUR GLOBAL MENTORS

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – The Future Action Summit 2025

Who Can Apply to The Future Action Summit 2025?

WHO CAN APPLY TO THE FUTURE ACTION SUMMIT 2025?

The summit welcomes participants aged 16 and above from all nationalities and backgrounds, including students, volunteers, recent graduates, and professionals, with no IELTS/TOEFL required, available from April 25th-28th April, 2025.

How Many Slots Are Available for the Summit?

HOW MANY SLOTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE SUMMIT?

A total of 125 slots are available: 10 Fully Funded, 15 Partially Funded, and 100 Self-Funded.

What types of Funding Categories are available?

WHAT TYPES OF FUNDING CATEGORIES ARE AVAILABLE?

Fully Funded Scholarships: Covers all expenses, including airfare, 3 days of accommodation, meals during the event, a Global SDGs Leadership Certification, an event toolkit, an invitation letter for visa assistance, chance to win the prestigious “Future SDGs Champion” award, a participation certificate, and full access to the forum.

Partially Funded Scholarships: Cover 3 days of accommodation, meals during the event, a Global SDGs Leadership Certification, an event toolkit, an invitation letter for visa assistance, chance to win the prestigious “Future SDGs Champion” award, a participation certificate, and full access to the forum.

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 event, a Global SDGs Leadership Certification, an event toolkit, an invitation letter for visa assistance, chance to win the prestigious “Future SDGs Champion” award, 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 event and receive a Global SDGs Leadership Certification from a respected US-based organization. Additionally, an event toolkit will be provided to enhance the learning experience, and attendees will have the chance to win the prestigious “Future SDGs Champion” award for their exceptional contributions during the summit.

How Can I Apply for Fully Funded and Partially Funded Slots?

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR FULLY FUNDED AND PARTIALLY FUNDED SLOTS?

To apply for the Fully Funded or Partially Funded scholarships, you must complete the general application form. Our selection panel, comprising members of the Global Advisory Council 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.

How Much Is the Application Fee and Is It Refundable?

HOW MUCH IS THE APPLICATION FEE AND IS IT REFUNDABLE?

The application fee is $16.50 for all packages, and it is non-refundable.

Does Echo Change Provide Visa Assistance?

DOES ECHO CHANGE PROVIDE PROVIDE VISA ASSISTANCE?

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.

What If I Don’t Have a Passport?

WHAT IF I DON'T HAVE A PASSPORT?

We highly recommend that all participants have a valid passport at the time of the summit (April 25-28, 2025). Without a valid passport, you will not be able to get the visa for the event.

Need Assistance or Want to Contact Us?

NEED ASSISTANCE OR WANT TO CONTACT US?

You can reach us via email at futureactionsummit@echochange.org or WhatsApp us at +61 431 008 519 for any inquiries or assistance.

How can I pay my application fee?

HOW CAN I PAY MY APPLICATION FEE?

You can securely pay the application fee using a debit or credit card through a trusted Stripe payment gateway.