With a renewed focus on GLOBSEC Young Leaders Forum 2026 for professionals aged 25 to 35.Cape Verde has a unique opportunity to showcase its emerging talents on the international stage. This prestigious forum annually brings together the most promising young professionals from around the world, providing a space for debate, networking, and the development of innovative solutions to the most pressing global challenges. For Cape Verde, participation in this event represents a qualitative leap in empowering its new generation of leaders, exposing them to diverse perspectives and transformative experiences, fundamental to building a more resilient and prosperous future for the archipelago.
The initiative aims to equip these young people with the tools and knowledge necessary to address complex issues such as environmental sustainability, digital security, economic resilience, and the future of democracy. Through inspiring lectures, practical workshops, and interactive roundtables, participants will have the opportunity to exchange ideas with internationally renowned figures and colleagues from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. For the selected young Cape Verdeans, this experience will be a catalyst for personal and professional growth, allowing them not only to deepen their understanding of global dynamics but also to develop essential leadership skills for the development of Cape Verde.
The presence of Cape Verdean professionals at this forum will solidify the country's image as an active and contributing participant in the global community, demonstrating its commitment to training qualified and visionary professionals. At the same time, it will strengthen the networks of our young leaders, opening doors for future collaborations and the implementation of projects that directly benefit Cape Verde's socio-economic development and innovation capacity. Active participation in this forum is, therefore, a strategic investment in the country's human capital, ensuring that young Cape Verdean professionals are equipped to face the challenges of the 21st century and to shape a promising future for the nation.
Applications for the GLOBSEC Young Leaders Forum 2026 are now open. If you are between 25 and 35 years old and live in Cape Verde, this is your opportunity to join other emerging young leaders in a vital discussion about the future of our world.
Deadline for applications: March 3, 2026.
Link to application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyGLOBSEC-YOUNG-LEADERS-2026/viewform
