Join us at the 2026 Regional AFS Youth Assembly in Manila!

From Dialogue to Action: Youth Co-Creating Inclusive Futures | November 19-21, 2026 in Lyceum of the Philippines University - Cavite Campus

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2026 Regional AFS Youth Assembly in Manila

The 2026 Regional AFS Youth Assembly (RYA) in Manila, the official regional edition of the global AFS Youth Assembly, brings the platform’s core values of intercultural learning, high-level dialogue, leadership, and action into the Asia-Pacific context. Hosted this year in the Philippines, the assembly brings together impactful young leaders from across the region to connect with like-minded peers, trailblazers, and global influencers.

Grounded in the AFS mission, the RYA serves as a high-impact platform designed to move beyond dialogue and toward measurable results. It provides a space where Filipino and regional youth leaders move beyond conversations and transform ideas into concrete action.

Through intercultural exchange, leadership development, collaborative learning, and project-based activities, participants will be equipped with the skills, networks, and confidence needed to create meaningful impact in their own communities. RYA invites young leaders to reflect on the power of dialogue, collaboration, and collective action in shaping more inclusive and sustainable futures.

Why Regional AFS Youth Assembly Matters

Asia and the Pacific are home to nearly one billion young people—the largest youth population on the planet. While youth engagement is at an all-time high, young perspectives are still too often left out of formal decision-making. The 2026 Regional AFS Youth Assembly (RYA) addresses this challenge directly. 

Grounded in the AFS mission, the assembly leverages Global Citizenship Education (GCED) and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to position intercultural competence as an essential leadership capability for an interconnected world. Through TED-style keynotes, expert masterclasses, and intersectoral roundtables with policymakers, delegates acquire the insights, practical tools, and mentorship necessary to translate global goals into localized initiatives.

Event Primer

What You Will Gain

The Regional AFS Youth Assembly is designed not only to be an avenue for dialogue, but also a platform for learning, collaboration, and building life-long relationships that transcend borders. Participants will have the opportunity to:
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Connect with emerging youth leaders across the Asia-Pacific region

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Enhance competencies in strategic leadership, innovation, and global citizenship

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Establish enduring international friendships and project partnerships

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Transform ideas into community-driven projects aligned with the UN SDGs

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Join an expanding regional coalition of young leaders driving inclusive, sustainable futures

Program Highlights

  1. Day 1: Alignment & Community Building

  2. Day 2: Co-Creation and Innovation

  3. Day 3: Global Citizen Summit

Who Can Join?

The 2026 Regional AFS Youth Assembly (RYA) welcomes passionate young people aged 16–35 from across the Asia-Pacific region who are committed to leadership, intercultural learning, and creating positive change in their communities.

Whether you’re an experienced youth leader or just beginning your journey, RYA offers a space to learn, collaborate, and grow alongside a diverse community of peers.

Note: Participants aged 16-17 years old must be accompanied by a chaperone over 18 years of age and will need to sign an additional consent form.

Individuals in the high school level or above who are eager to develop their leadership potential and broaden their global perspectives

The fee for joining this Event is $250 (approx. 15,000 PHP)

Included in the fee:

  • Content of the Program
  • Workshops
  • Networking
  • Meals during the assembly (Lunch & Snacks for Nov 19-21)
  • Signed certificate of completion

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Ready to join the Regional AFS Youth Assembly in Manila?

This registration guide is intended for Filipino participants who are interested in joining the 2026 Regional AFS Youth Assembly.

  • Step 1: Submit Your Pre-Application Form. Visit this link and fill out the official 2026 Regional AFS Youth Assembly Pre-Application Form. 
  • Step 2: Receive Statement of Account. AFS Philippines reviews your application and sends a registration confirmation email containing the Statement of Account (SOA) and your unique Reference Number.
  • Step 3: Secure Your Ticket via Ticketing Platform. Follow the link in your email to the ticketing platform to select your ticket and complete your payment. *Note: If paying for multiple delegates in a single transaction, adjust the ticket quantity on ticketing platform and enter all Reference Numbers provided in each delegate’s SOA email at checkout.
  • Step 4: Final Confirmation. AFS Philippines verifies your payment and emails your payment confirmation and 2026 RYA Delegate Pass. 

Note: Participants from other Asian countries may check the Event Primer for registration information and contact their local AFS Office for details on the registration process and requirements applicable in their country.

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Ready to make an impact?

Your RYA 2026 journey starts here. Complete your pre-application and get one step closer to joining a regional community of young changemakers.

Deadline of Pre-Application: October 2, 2026

Start Your Pre-Application Here

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