NextGen2030 2.0: Youth & AI Summit Riyadh 2026 (Fully Funded) — Apply Now

Saudi Arabia is throwing its doors open to young people from around the world for a three-day summit on Artificial Intelligence, leadership, and innovation — and yes, there are fully funded seats on the table. If you're a young African (or Nigerian) changemaker with an interest in AI, entrepreneurship, or global networking, this is one to add to your list.

What Is the NextGen2030 Youth & AI Summit?

The NextGen2030 2.0: Youth & AI Summit — Riyadh 2026 is an international youth summit bringing together about 200 young leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers from across the world. Over three days, delegates will dive into Artificial Intelligence, youth leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, and how all of this ties into Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 agenda.

The summit is co-hosted by Teaching Pakistan and Inseyab Saudi Arabia, and it will run from 27–29 November 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Who Is It For?

This one is genuinely open — no country restrictions.

Nationality: Open to applicants from all countries, including Nigeria and the rest of Africa

Age: 16 years and older

Who should apply: Young leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, AI enthusiasts, and anyone with a story to tell about leadership, innovation, or social impact

No IELTS or TOEFL requirement

If you can clearly explain why you want to be there — how it connects to AI, leadership, entrepreneurship, or innovation — and you can point to something you've built, led, or contributed to (even a small project counts), you're in with a shot.

What's in It for Delegates?

There are four participation categories, out of roughly 200 total seats:

10 Fully Funded seats — 100% program fee waiver, accommodation and meals for the entire program, a recognition award, cultural exchange networking, certificate of participation, program merchandise, and roundtrip airfare for the top-performing delegate

40 Partially Funded seats — up to 80% program fee waiver, plus accommodation and meals

100 Free-Entry passes — free access to all summit sessions

50 Self-Funded slots

Umrah facilitation for Muslim delegates who need it — a nice touch given the Saudi Arabia location

Deadline for Submission

25 September 2026. Interviews for shortlisted candidates are expected to run from 25–30 September 2026, with final results announced around 5 October 2026. Don't sit on this one — the window is short.

How to Apply

Fill out the official application form carefully and attach all required documents. Use the link below 👇🏼 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemvl1w_yLO8SaWy1xOko9iKK9oR3SPnhYVFM-zUsbtr8JtpQ/viewform

Where applicable, attach proof of payment — this is done by purchasing an Eventbrite ticket via credit/debit card, which then serves as your payment proof.

Submit the form and stay alert for updates via the organizers' contact channels.

For more details or to verify current information, visit the official Teaching Pakistan website: www.teachingpakistan.org, or reach the organizers on Instagram (@teachingpak) or WhatsApp (+92 324 6420705).

A quick note of caution: because this program involves a payment step (the Eventbrite ticket used as payment proof), take care to apply only through the official channels above, and confirm details directly with the organizers before making any payment. Deadlines and requirements for third-party-hosted opportunities can shift, so always double-check on the official site before you apply.

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