Official Application Portal

Register for the World Children’s Summit for a Sustainable Future 2027

Young Voices • Global Vision • Shared Future

Join school students, young innovators and future leaders from different countries at an international platform dedicated to sustainability, leadership, innovation and the Sustainable Development Goals.

19 January 2027 United Nations Conference Centre (UNCC), Bangkok, Thailand Convened by Sustainable Development Council (SDC)

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Official Registration

Summit Application Form

Please fill in all details carefully. Minors under 18 must have parental/guardian acknowledgement.

SECTION 1 – PARTICIPATION CATEGORY & COUNTRY *

Select whether you are registering as a Student Delegate or an Observer, and select your Country.

Student Delegate Age 11–18

School student aged 11–18 (Grades 6–12) participating in youth assemblies, diplomatic plenaries, and resolution drafts.

Active Participation • Age 11–18

Observer

School student participating as an accredited summit observer, attending plenary discussions, keynote sessions, and exhibits.

Observer Access

Country * Select the country of representation or residence for summit delegation credentials.

SECTION 2 – STUDENT PERSONAL INFORMATION

Personal identity and direct contact information.

Full Name (as per Passport) * Please enter your official name exactly as shown on your passport or identity document.

Date of Birth * Age Limit: 11–18 Student Delegate category is strictly limited to students aged 11 to 18 years.

Gender *

Email Address * Official confirmation and reference code will be delivered here.

Contact Number with Country Code *

WhatsApp Number with Country Code *

Official updates and briefing alerts will be sent to this WhatsApp number.

SECTION 3 – PASSPORT INFORMATION

International travel documentation status for United Nations Conference Centre access.

Do you have a valid passport? *

Yes I hold a valid passport No I do not hold a passport Applied for Passport application pending

Valid Passport Held: Excellent. Full passport details and document copy verification will be requested closer to the Summit date for UN accreditation passes and travel logistics. Please ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond 19 January 2027.

Passport Required for International Travel: An international passport is mandatory to travel to Bangkok, Thailand and enter the United Nations Conference Centre (UNCC). Please apply for your passport promptly. You will be requested to submit your passport details prior to summit travel.

Passport Application In Progress: Your pending application status has been noted. Please ensure you obtain your passport in time for visa arrangements and UN accreditation. Our secretariat team will request your passport details once issued.

SECTION 4 – SCHOOL / EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION

Academic institution details and coordinating school leadership.

School Name *

Grade / Class *

School Country *

School City *

School Email (Optional)

Principal / Teacher / School Coordinator Name *

School Contact Number (Optional)

SECTION 5 – PARENT / LEGAL GUARDIAN INFORMATION

Safeguarding oversight and mandatory emergency contacts.

Child Safeguarding Notice: For participants below 18 years of age, parent/guardian information is strictly mandatory. For applicants aged 18 or above, guardian information is optional.

Parent / Legal Guardian Full Name *

Relationship with Student *

Parent / Guardian Email Address * Confirmation packet and consent agreements will be sent here.

Parent / Guardian Contact Number with Country Code *

Emergency Contact Information

The parent/legal guardian designated above will be contacted as the primary emergency contact.

Emergency Contact Person *

Emergency Contact Number with Country Code *

SECTION 6 – YOUNG SPEAKER PARTICIPATION *

Open to both Student Delegates and Observers.

Would you like to participate as a Young Speaker at the Summit? *

Yes No

Important: Selecting YES does not automatically confirm you as a speaker. All Young Speaker applications are subject to review and selection by the Summit organising committee.

SECTION 7 – SUMMIT THEMATIC PRIORITIES *

Select your three preferred thematic priorities in order of preference. All three choices are mandatory and must be different.

PRIORITY 1

Learning for a Sustainable Future

Quality and inclusive education • Digital literacy and future-ready skills • Global citizenship education • Sustainable schools

PRIORITY 2

Children for Climate and Nature

Climate change • Environmental protection • Biodiversity • Water conservation • Sustainable cities • Renewable energy

PRIORITY 3

Healthy Children, Stronger Communities

Child health and well-being • Nutrition and food security • Mental well-being • Water, sanitation and hygiene • Healthy communities

PRIORITY 4

Every Child Matters: Rights, Equality and Inclusion

Child rights and protection • Gender equality • Equal opportunities • Inclusion and accessibility • Peaceful communities

PRIORITY 5

Young Innovators for Global Change

Science and technology • Artificial intelligence • Innovation • Social entrepreneurship • Youth-led initiatives

PRIORITY 6

Future Leadership and Governance

Youth leadership and civic engagement • Ethical leadership and good governance • Children's participation in decision-making • Global citizenship and international cooperation

PRIORITY 7

Responsible Digital Futures

Digital literacy and responsible digital citizenship • Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies • Online safety and child protection • Cybersecurity and data privacy • Digital well-being and cyberbullying prevention • Responsible AI and digital ethics

Priority 1 – First Preference *

Priority 2 – Second Preference *

Priority 3 – Third Preference *

SECTION 8 – HEADSHOT PHOTO OF THE STUDENT *

Mandatory color portrait photograph for summit delegate accreditation passes, conference booklet, and UNCC security badge printing.

Click or drag & drop passport-style student headshot photo

Accepted file formats: JPG, JPEG, PNG (High-resolution, front-facing, max 10MB)

SECTION 9 – DECLARATIONS AND CONSENT

Mandatory summit declarations, parental consent, child assent, and media permissions.

General Declarations (Mandatory)

Parent / Guardian Consent (For Participants Below 18 Years)

"I am the parent or legal guardian of [ Student Name ]. I give permission for the child to submit this application and participate in the World Children’s Summit for a Sustainable Future 2027, subject to the applicable participation and safeguarding arrangements."

Parent / Guardian Full Name

[ As entered in Section 5 ]

Relationship with Student

[ As entered in Section 5 ]

Date

Child Participation Assent

"I understand that the Summit provides an opportunity to learn, share ideas and interact with students from different countries. I voluntarily agree to participate and understand that I can raise any concerns with the organisers."

Student Typed Full Name *

[ As entered in Section 2 ]

Photography and Media Consent (Mandatory) *

Do you provide permission for photographs and videos of the participant to be used by SDC for Summit documentation, website publication, social media and promotional materials?

Accompanying Parent, School Teacher, or Institutional Coordinator? Adults accompanying student participants must register via the dedicated supervision & chaperone portal.

Accompanying Adult Portal

Important Registration & Institutional Information

Application Review: Participation is subject to eligibility requirements, committee application review, and formal confirmation by the organizers.
Guardian Oversight: For participants under 18 years of age, parent or legal guardian consent and applicable safeguarding compliance are strictly mandatory.
No Automatic Accreditation: Online registration does not automatically constitute confirmation of participation. Successful applicants will receive an official accreditation packet.
Institutional Enquiries: For school delegation coordination, bulk applications, or institutional partnerships, please contact the secretariat at application@unsdc.org.
Convened by: Sustainable Development Council (SDC) • Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).