NATO Youth Summit

May 13, 2024

NATO Youth Summit challenge

NATO Youth Summit challenge is an opportunity to make your voice heard and earn a sponsored seat to the live stage in Miami or Stockholm. Join the challenge and share your thoughts on how you are contributing to shaping a secure tomorrow. Youth Summit Challenge submissions are due by April 21, 2024 at 11:59 pm EST. Winners will be chosen and notified by April 22, 2024.

The challenge invites young people (aged 18 to 35) to submit proposals (videos, artistic proposals, policy proposals, etc.) explaining what their role is in shaping a secure tomorrow. The most innovative proposals will receive a sponsored seat in the audience and the applicant of the best entry is invited to present their proposal on stage.

Register to attend the 2024 NATO Youth Summit

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative experience. Whether you join us in Miami, Stockholm, or at one of the Watch Party locations, registration is your ticket to becoming part of the next generation shaping the future. Register online now to apply for a seat in the audience at the summit.

Register to attend the 2024 NATO Youth Summit virtually

Sign up here to participate in the online conversation regardless of where you are watching the event from. This registration will give you the opportunity to watch the event alongside other attendees, to share your thoughts and engage in a variety of interactive sessions.

NATO Youth Summit,
13 May 2024

Event Overview

Immerse yourself in the dynamic energy of the 2024 NATO Youth Summit, a collaborative effort between NATO, The Aspen Institute, Aspen Institute Romania, the Swedish Defence University and the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency. Taking place across the Atlantic in Miami, Florida (US) and Stockholm (Sweden) with watch parties around the world, this event delves deep into the most pressing global issues of interest to youths.

The summit serves as a platform to engage, build links, enhance understanding, exchange views, and explore how the transatlantic Alliance addresses current and future challenges.

Register to attend the 2024 NATO Youth Summit virtually

Watch the Livestream

Stockholm Live Feed

Miami Live Feed

Venues

This year marks 75 years of the NATO Alliance and its shared commitment to maintaining peace around the world.

In celebration of this momentous event, this year’s Summit will take place synchronously across 2 stages in Bucharest and Miami along with watch parties in other cities.

NATO Youth Summit Programme

For access to the full agenda, register to attend the event online

The NATO Youth Summit 2024 starts in the morning of May 13th in Stockholm, Sweden, and continues on the same day in Miami, Florida.

Session times are displayed in the local timezone.

Stockholm Stage (All times CET)

11:00 AM – 11:10 AM

NATO Youth Summit Opening

11:10 AM – 1:30 PM

Track I: Security for new Allies and for future generations

12:30pm – 1:30pm
Lunch break with gaming and networking activities on site and online

1:30PM – 3:00PM

Track II: New technologies, Security and Challenges

3:00 PM – 3:45 pm (CET) 9:15 am – 9:45 am (EST)
Transatlantic Conversation with NATO Secretary General.

The event in Stockholm will continue with the audience on site until 08:00 PM local time.

Miami Stage (All times EST)

9:10 AM - 9:45 AM

Transatlantic Conversation with the NATO Secretary General

9:45 AM - 10:25 AM

Track I: Setting the Scene across the Atlantic

10:25 am – 11:05 am

Track II: (Y)our Voice on Shared Values

10:25 am – 10:30 am

Message from Dr. Jill Biden, First Lady of the United States (pre-recorded)

11:05 am – 11:20am
Break with networking activities on site and online

11:20 am – 12:15 pm

12:15 pm – 1:15 pm
Lunch Break with networking and gaming opportunities

1:15 pm – 3:25 pm

Track III: Current Security Challenges & NATO Priorities

3:25 pm - 3:40 pm
Break with networking activities on site and online

3:40 pm – 5:50 pm

Interactive/Artistic Experience at Venue
Simultaneous Reception in Pulse Room

Youth Summit Challenge:
What is your role in shaping a secure tomorrow?

Make your voice heard and tell us what is your role in shaping a secure tomorrow. Join the challenge and gain a sponsored seat in the audience.

NATO Youth Summit Challenge

NATO’s Youth Summit Challenge is an opportunity to make your voice heard and earn a sponsored seat (including travel) to the live stage in Miami. Join the challenge and share your thoughts on how you are contributing to shaping a secure tomorrow. Youth Summit Challenge submissions are due by April 16, 2024 at 11:59 pm EST. Winners will be chosen and notified by April 20, 2024.

The challenge invites young people (aged 18 to 35) to submit proposals (videos, digital renders, technology prototypes, policy proposals, etc.) explaining what their role is in shaping a secure tomorrow. The most innovative proposals will receive a sponsored seat in the audience and the applicant of the best entry is invited to present their proposal on stage.

Registration and
Attendance:

You have the opportunity to register online to attend the event in-person in Miami, in Stockholm or in one of the watch party locations. The registration will be selection-based.