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SDG Innovation Summit Malaysia 2026 – Fully Funded Scholarship
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Publish Date 9/27/2026 Application Deadline 10/10/2026 Opportunity Type Scholarships Publisher Foras Khadra Available Countries All World, The Arab World, Palestine, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Yemen, Egypt, Sudan, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Mauritania, Djibouti, Somalia, Comoros Description

The SDG Innovation Summit Malaysia 2026 is an international youth summit organized by the Global Youth Network. It brings together 100 participants from around the world, including young leaders, innovators, students, entrepreneurs, professionals, researchers, and changemakers.

The summit aims to develop leadership and innovation skills, promote international cooperation, and encourage action toward achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a particular focus on quality education, gender equality, innovation and infrastructure, and climate action.

Participants will take part in keynote sessions, workshops, innovation labs, networking activities, and cultural exchange opportunities. They will also have the opportunity to present their ideas and projects to an international audience.
Details
  • Program Name: SDG Innovation Summit Malaysia 2026 (SISM).
  • Summit Dates: November 19–22, 2026.
  • Duration: 4 days.
  • Location: Teedo Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • Number of Scholarships: 30 scholarships: 15 fully funded and 15 partially funded.
  • Fully Funded Scholarship: Includes support for round-trip airfare, accommodation, meals and refreshments, visa fees, invitation letter, summit fees, and access to the summit.
  • Accommodation: Shared room for two people.
  • Application Fee: An application fee of USD 18.50 is required. Paying the application fee does not guarantee selection for the scholarship.
  • Application Process: Applicants must complete the application form, select the full or partial funding category, provide personal, educational, and professional information, submit a link to a relevant profile or SDG-related activity, write a 250–300 word personal statement, and pay the application fee.
  • Language Requirement: IELTS or TOEFL is not required.
  • Expected Results Announcement: October 15, 2026.
  • Passport: Applicants may apply even if they do not currently have a passport, using their national ID or student ID information as indicated on the application page.
  • Visa: The organizers provide an invitation letter and supporting documents. However, final visa approval depends on the embassy and is not guaranteed by the organizers.
Eligibility Criteria
  • Applicants of any nationality can apply.
  • Applicants must be between 17 and 50 years old.
  • Applicants from all academic and professional fields are eligible.
  • Students, graduates, volunteers, changemakers, social entrepreneurs, and professionals can apply.
  • No specific university degree is required.
  • IELTS or TOEFL is not required.
  • Applicants should demonstrate leadership skills.
  • Applicants should have a clear passion for the Sustainable Development Goals.
  • Applicants should have a forward-looking vision and ideas.
  • Experience in volunteering or leadership is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Applicants must be able to attend the summit in Kuala Lumpur from November 19–22, 2026.
  • Applicants must submit a 250–300 word personal statement explaining their motivation for participating.
  • Applicants must provide a credible link to a profile, project, initiative, or activity related to the Sustainable Development Goals.


Opportunity Benefits
  • Round-trip airfare support for fully funded participants.
  • Accommodation in Kuala Lumpur.
  • Meals and refreshments.
  • Visa fee coverage under the fully funded scholarship.
  • Invitation letter for visa purposes.
  • Coverage of summit participation fees.
  • Certificate of participation.
  • Tools and souvenirs from the Global Youth Network.
  • Opportunity to speak and present projects on an international platform.
  • Participation in workshops on the Sustainable Development Goals, leadership, and innovation.
  • Networking opportunities with international participants.
  • Cultural tour in Kuala Lumpur.
  • Institutional visit to Asia Pacific University (APU).
  • Opportunity to compete for a USD 1,000 Seed Grant to support a social-impact project or initiative.
  • Networking with participants, speakers, and young leaders from different countries.
  • Certificate from the Global Youth Network, with the website also mentioning a certificate associated with UNU Global Health.