Experience it in Paris, France
Be Part of a High-Level Global Forum Driving Leadership, Policy, & Change.
The Global Youth Masterclass is a powerful, future-oriented, high-level event focused on leadership growth, policy insight, & executive learning. It’s professional, modern, & globally appealing, designed to bring together the next generation of leaders, decision-makers, & changemakers for an immersive experience in thought leadership & collaborative action.
Hosting in world-class Paris, France, this four-day international forum blends the essence of a global summit, leadership fellowship & executive education class. Organised by the Global Institute | School of Leadership and Policy, the event is crafted to elevate leadership practice, inspire policy innovation, & foster global fellowship.
In an era of complex challenges & boundless opportunity, this forum offers a timely platform to Lead Forward with courage, clarity, & commitment to shaping a more inclusive, just, & sustainable world.
Whether you are leading institutions, shaping policy, or inspiring communities, Lead Forward offers the tools, insights, & global network to elevate your leadership journey.
Led by global experts & practitioners, these focused sessions combine strategy & practice to strengthen your executive capacity in leadership, governance, & innovation.
Interactive simulations and dialogues exploring real-world challenges in areas like diplomacy, development, education, & sustainability.
Build meaningful cross-border collaborations with leaders from over 50+ countries in a community committed to shared global betterment.
Offering funded scholarships & financial support to applicants to assist with travel & participation in the program in Paris.
Discover unique cultural & mindfulness experiences in Paris that nurture clarity, growth & leadership.
Participants will gain exclusive access to scholarships for higher & executive education at partner universities worldwide in collaboration with the Global Institute.
Paris, the city of heritage & innovation, inspires young leaders to think big & lead with vision. A global hub of culture and ideas, it’s where youth unite to create impact beyond borders.
At the Global Institute | School of Leadership & Policy, our vision is to unite people across borders through executive education, transformative leadership & purposeful collaboration for global betterment. We are committed to creating inclusive opportunities for emerging & established leaders to grow, learn & earn recognition through honorary degrees, global fellowships & pathways to world-class universities. Guided by a bold century-long vision — from 2025 to 2125 — we strive to shape generations of ethical leaders, policy thinkers & change agents who will build a more connected, just, & sustainable world.
The Global Institute is a registered organisation that complies with tax regulations both locally and in the host country. Additionally, we support an expert selection committee based across Europe & event management. To cover these operational costs, a nominal application fee of £18.69 is required at the time of submission.
In collaboration with the government bodies & global partners, The Global Institute offers the following scholarship opportunities:
Exclusive Financial Assistance Schemes
These aim to ensure accessibility for committed leaders across all backgrounds.
Yes, we provide full visa support, including exclusive invitation visa letter and visa support documents, consent letters, to assist selected participants with the Schengen visa application process.
The deadline for funded scholarship (General application) is 31 January 2026 at 11:59 PM (UK Time).
Applications for exclusive self-funded & invitation visa letters categories will remain open until one month before the event.
Participants will receive an Executive Education Degree Certificate & gain access to exclusive global scholarship opportunities at partner universities through our platform, & your story publication on global platform, continued collaboration, mentorship, & global networking are also part of our post-event engagement.
Global Youth Masterclass in Paris, (14 -17 April 2026) is designed to empower aspiring & emerging leaders. Participants will gain an Executive Education Certificate, connect with a global network of leaders & contribute to collaborative efforts aimed at making the world a better place.
Applicants from any country and of any age are welcome to apply. We strongly believe that leadership and learning know no age limits, and everyone has the potential to contribute to global betterment.
Self-Funded Participation:
By covering a participation fee of £449, participants receive the same benefits as above (excluding flight tickets), making it an excellent option for those who wish to invest in their leadership journey independently.
Financial Assistance:
This category provides additional financial support to assist participants with visa fees, travel expenses, and accommodation in Paris, France.
Scholarship selection results will be announced between 4-6 February 2026 via email.
If you have any further questions or require help at any stage of the application process, please don’t hesitate to contact our team. We’re here to support your leadership journey every step of the way.
Email: admin@globalinstitute.school
WhatsApp: +44 7429 916391