YOUNG ACTIVISTS SUMMIT
A global youth platform
About YAS
The Young Activists Summit (YAS) is a global platform that empowers young change-makers defending human rights and the environment. The 2025 Young Activists Summit ‘From Hashtag to Action’ was held on 20 November at the United Nations in Geneva (Switzerland) and online.
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The evaluation and selection process for #YAS26 is still ongoing.
Thank you to everyone who submitted an application or nomination. Our team is currently reviewing all submissions, and all applicants and nominators will be informed of the outcome soon.
Please note that, due to the high number of submissions, the YAS team is unfortunately unable to provide individual feedback on applications or nominations.
Please note that, due to the high number of submissions, the YAS team is unfortunately unable to provide individual feedback on applications or nominations.
Browse Activists
Check out the amazing young Activists who have been honoured so far!
YAS is co-led by Platform D (formerly dev.tv), the United Nations Office at Geneva, InTent, and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR).
Our partners contribute to empowering our young Laureates, amplifying their voices worldwide, and building a community of dedicated young people advancing human rights and the environment.
