Youth 4 Sustainability Forum & Hub (Y4S)
13–15 January 2026 | Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC)

The Youth 4 Sustainability Forum & Hub (Y4S) is the flagship youth engagement platform at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026, convening the next generation of leaders to shape practical solutions for a more sustainable future. Hosted at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, Y4S brings together more than 3,500 young people from around the world to participate in high-impact discussions, climate dialogues, debates, and collaborative sessions.

Across three days, the Y4S Forum and Youth Hub serve as a dynamic space where students, young professionals, entrepreneurs, and emerging changemakers connect directly with policymakers, industry leaders, innovators, and global institutions. The program is designed to move beyond awareness—empowering youth to act, innovate, and lead across climate action, sustainable development, energy transition, and social impact.

What to Expect

• Global Youth Dialogue: Interactive panels and open forums addressing climate action, sustainability policy, innovation, and inclusive development.

• Action-Oriented Programming: Workshops and debates focused on practical solutions, leadership skills, and real-world impact pathways.

• Youth Hub Experience: A vibrant, collaborative environment within ADSW dedicated exclusively to youth voices, ideas, and innovation.

• Global Connectivity: Opportunities to engage with peers from across regions and cultures, building networks that extend beyond the event.

Why It Matters

Y4S plays a critical role in ensuring that youth perspectives are embedded in global sustainability conversations. By amplifying young voices and equipping participants with the tools to lead change, the Forum reinforces the idea that youth are not future stakeholders—they are present-day actors in the sustainability transition.

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Registration

Attendance at the Youth 4 Sustainability Forum & Hub is included with registration for Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026.

Participants are encouraged to register now to secure access to ADSW 2026 and the full Y4S program, taking place 13–15 January 2026 at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi.