YDC Delegations - Y7 & Y20

YDC sends Canadian youth to represent Canada at the official youth tracks of the G7 and G20. Delegation types:

• Y7 Summit 2026 → Paris, France (May 17–20, 2026)
• Y20 Summit 2026 → Washington, D.C., USA (Aug 10–14, 2026) Commitment:
• Pre‑summit training and policy drafting (3–10 hours per week)
• Full participation in international summits
• Drafting communiqués and recommendations presented to G7/G20 leaders Benefits:
• Training and mentorship from YDC coordinators
• Networking with global leaders and youth advocates
• Skills in negotiation, diplomacy, and policy advocacy

• We are looking for youth between the ages of 18-30 who want to represent youth in Canada on the world stage. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada (please note that age and citizenship eligibility may vary for individual delegations based on host organization/country requirements).
• Keen interest in their communities, public engagement, youth advocacy, and international affairs
• Substantial leadership and teamwork skills
• Academic or professional background related to summit theme(s)
• Strong written, communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to take initiative in researching and connecting with stakeholders and other youth organizations and partners
• Delegates must have an excellent command of English. Knowledge of French is an asset for the WTO Public Forum hosted in Geneva, Switzerland.