NATO Youth Summit 2025

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,
25-26 April 2025

Event Overview

Join the next generation of leaders at the 2025 NATO Youth Summit, where fresh ideas, bold discussions, and global perspectives come together. The summit’s core mission is to empower young minds to engage with today’s most pressing security challenges.

Now in its fifth edition, the NATO Youth Summit will be held in Budva, Montenegro, organised by NATO and the Atlantic Council of Montenegro.

From security and diplomacy to innovation and resilience, this event provides a unique platform to connect, collaborate, and help shape the future of the transatlantic community. Whether you are passionate about global affairs or eager to make a difference, this is your opportunity to have your voice heard and play a role in shaping the future of our shared security.

NATO Youth Summit Challenge

Apply by 5th of April

Sign up here for the NATO Youth Summit Challenge and get a chance to attend the 2025 NATO Youth Summit in Budva, Montenegro!

This is your chance to demonstrate your insights into the security challenges of the future and the critical role of leadership in overcoming them; and secure your participation at the 2025 NATO Youth Summit on 25-26 April 2025 in Budva, Montenegro.

The most compelling submissions will earn an exclusive invitation, with travel and accommodation fully covered, and an opportunity to present their ideas on stage.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity—Apply by 5^th of April.

NATO Youth Summit

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

The agenda will be published soon.

The NATO Youth Summit 2025 starts on April 25th in Budva, Montenegro.

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

Spotlight Session: Social Media & Disinformation
Disinformation Threatens Our Shared Security
The (Digital) Elephant in the Room: Tech - The Good, The Bad, The Reality
The Threat Multiplier AKA Climate Change
Security Challenges & NATO Priorities: Fishbowl Q&A
Looking Towards the Future
Event Closing

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.