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Paris, France | 16 July 2026 As part of the 2026 International Decade of Sciences for Sustainable Development (IDSSD) Global Conference, UNESCO, Junior Chamber International (JCI) and JCI France co-organized the interactive thematic session, "Innovation in Action: Young Leaders Shaping Tomorrow," at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. The session brought together young leaders, scientists and practitioners from three continents to explore how scientific knowledge can be transformed

From 7–10 July 2026, Junior Chamber International (JCI) participated in the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, Switzerland, the United Nation’s leading platform on Artificial Intelligence, organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in partnership with more than 50 UN agencies and co-convened with the Government of Switzerland. JCI's participation reflected our commitment to empowering young leaders to embrace innovation, foster international cooperation, a

Every JCI Area Conference is built through the dedication of volunteers, organizers, local partners, and leaders who work together to create an unforgettable experience. Alongside those efforts, JCI's global partners and Club100 members bring expertise, innovation, and opportunities that enrich the conference experience for everyone involved. Throughout the 2026 JCI Asia-Pacific Conference in Niigata, Japan, six JCI partners contributed across key moments of the event. From t

As part of the renewed collaboration between Junior Chamber International (JCI) and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), JCI and ICC successfully hosted a global information session designed to connect entrepreneurs, business leaders, and JCI National Organizations with practical resources for international trade, business development, and global collaboration. The session showcased how the JCI-ICC partnership is transforming a long-standing global alliance into concr

Online | 4 June 2026 – Junior Chamber International (JCI) participated in RELX SDG Inspiration Day 2026, a global virtual event bringing together leaders from business, government, civil society and international organizations to explore solutions and partnerships advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a strong focus on climate action and sustainability. Representing JCI was Anirudh Sistla, JCI 2026 Chairperson of the Sustainability Commission

Maastricht, Netherlands | 27-28 May 2026 – Junior Chamber International (JCI) participated in the OECD Global Forum on Local Development 2026, contributing to global discussions on entrepreneurship, trade, skills development and local economic growth through a dedicated side event focused on empowering young entrepreneurs to scale across borders. Organized by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the Forum brought together policymakers, business l

Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia | 20-21 May 2026 – Junior Chamber International (JCI) participated in the ICC World Chambers Federation (WCF) Americas Summit, reaffirming its strong partnership with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and its shared commitment to advancing youth leadership, entrepreneurship and inclusive economic growth across the Americas. Hosted in Santa Cruz de la Sierra by the ICC World Chambers Federation in collaboration with CAINCO, the two-da

At the 2026 JCI European Conference in Málaga, one message echoed across every stage, panel, and networking space: the future belongs to those who collaborate. Under the theme “Connecting Minds, Creating Futures,” the conference transformed Málaga into a vibrant hub where young leaders, corporate innovators, international institutions, entrepreneurs, and civil society organizations came together to exchange ideas, challenge perspectives, and co-create solutions for a rapidly

Junior Chamber International (JCI) Africa and the Middle East participated in the 12th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD), reaffirming its commitment to advancing youth leadership, partnerships, and sustainable development across the region. The Forum, organized by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) in collaboration with the African Union Commission (AUC) and the African Development Bank (AfDB), serves as the continent’s annual pla

At the end of March 2026, the coastal city of Pyrgos welcomed more than 500 young leaders from over 50 countries. Among the diverse voices driving conversations on leadership, purpose, and impact, JCI was actively present—engaging not only as an organization, but as a committed partner alongside AIESEC in a shared effort to shape the future of youth leadership worldwide. The world needs YOUth One of the defining moments of JCI’s presence at EuroXpro 2026 came through the keyn

During the 2026 ECOSOC Youth Forum, Junior Chamber International (JCI) and AIESEC International co-organized the side event “Empowering the Architects of Tomorrow: Synergizing Youth Talent and Entrepreneurship for the 2030 Agenda”, bringing together youth leaders, institutional representatives and global partners to explore how collaboration can empower the next generation of innovators and changemakers. Hosted at the Japan Society in New York alongside the ECOSOC Youth Forum

This March, JCI solidified its role as a key player in international advocacy during the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Led by JCI President Alejandra Castillo and Secretary General Elvin Teo, our six-person delegation spent two weeks navigating the high-level corridors of the UN to bridge the gap between global policy and youth-led action. Empowering Women in Leadership The delegation’s work was d

6 March - A milestone moment unfolded for global youth leadership as JCI leaders took a powerful step forward in championing sustainable development. Executive Vice President Ben Mak and Secretary General Elvin Teo traveled to Bangkok for a landmark visit to the headquarters of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP). This recent engagement highlighted the vital role JCI plays, both at the global and national levels, in connecting

On March 18, global leaders, professionals and changemakers convened for the Female Leadership Forum: Actionable Models for Women’s Leadership , organized by Junior Chamber International as part of the NGO CSW70 Forum. The event demonstrated strong global engagement, with 997 registrations and over 8,000 views across Zoom, Facebook Live and post-event content. Advancing Leadership Beyond Representation The forum focused on a critical challenge: why increased representation o

Unlocking New Pathways for Youth Impact JCI leadership has just concluded a pivotal week in New York, holding a series of high-level meetings designed to strengthen multilateral cooperation and open new pathways for youth impact in 2026. For the JCI Partnerships Department, this mission was more than just representation; it was building the infrastructure for impact. These high-level engagements unlock three critical assets for our network. Partnership, Collaboration, and Opp

JCI is honored to announce a landmark strategic partnership with the Crocodile Foundation , officially launching the JCI - Crocodile Foundation SDG Community Grant . This collaborative initiative is designed to empower young global citizens by injecting vital resources into high-impact community projects. Rooted in a shared commitment to sustainable development, the grant aims to transform JCI members into effective community leaders capable of driving measurable progress to

PARIS — Setting a decisive tone for the year ahead, JCI Secretary General Elvin Teo joined global leaders in Paris this past January for a pivotal Board Meeting of the newly renamed Ban Ki-moon Foundation . The engagement, held mid-January at the historic Sorbonne University , served as a strategic launchpad for 2026, reinforcing the vital link between JCI’s young leaders and the highest levels of global governance. A New Identity for a Long-Standing Partner A key outcome o

JCI is honored to have furthered its strategic partnership with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) during a significant day of high-level engagement and strategic planning at the ICC Headquarters in Paris on January 14, 2026. Led by JCI Secretary General Elvin Teo , the delegation worked closely with Julian Kassum, ICC Deputy Secretary General , to align on the strategic context and priority collaboration areas for 2026. The delegation included JCI Partnerships Dire

KUALA LUMPUR — JCI (Junior Chamber International) and the SDG Academy are stepping up to bridge the gap between education and impact. Following a successful pilot in 2025, leadership from both organizations met at Sunway University on January 7, 2026, to finalize a transformative “Plan of Action” to equip the next generation of leaders with the academic rigor and practical skills needed to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). From Classroom to

The Partnerships Ceremony at the 2025 JCI World Congress in Tunis was organized by the JCI World Headquarters Partnerships Team and hosted by Partnerships Director Nathalia Cardenas. This landmark event brought together global partners, Club100 members, and visionary leaders to celebrate collaboration and announce new alliances that shape the future of youth leadership and global impact. Gracing the occasion with opening remarks, 2025 JCI President Keisuke Shimoyamada set t