One Young World are delighted to be hosted by the City of Munich - a global hub for innovation and technology with a rich history and vibrant culture.
Munich is renowned for its architecture and culture and has become a major international centre for business, technology, engineering, research, and medicine. It is home to several universities and is the headquarters for many multinational companies and world-class technology and science centres. We look forward to working closely with our world-leading partners to host the landmark leadership event of the year!
The Summit will take place from 3 - 6 November 2025, where over 2,000 young leaders from more than 190 countries will gather across the city’s well-known venues.
2025 Summit Venues
The One Young World Summit Munich, 2025 will be held at various iconic venues across the city as well as digitally on our Summit platform:
Our 2025 Plenary Challenges
The 2025 Summit will address five pivotal global challenges, shaped by the opinions of our global Community. Our Global Consultation Process, engaging 1,500 young leaders from 150 countries, provided invaluable insight into the most pressing issues of our time. After a thorough analysis of this year’s GCP data, we have identified the five Plenary Challenges for 2025:
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The Circular Economy
How can we accelerate the shift to circular systems to tackle the Climate Crisis?
The concept of circularity and the circular economy represents a transformative shift in how societies produce, consume, and manage resources. By keeping materials in use for as long as possible, extracting maximum value from them, and recovering and regenerating products and materials at the end of their lifecycle, circularity offers a sustainable alternative to resource-intensive practices. Globally, its adoption is growing, but challenges remain.
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Anti-Hate
What actions are needed to tackle hate in society?
Hate and hate-related crimes have been rising globally, underscoring deepening societal divisions and the persistence of prejudice. The rise in hate crimes is driven by various factors, including political polarisation, the spread of divisive ideologies on social media, and international conflicts. Set against this backdrop of increasing levels of hatred, what should be the response of governments and societies worldwide?
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Responsible Tech
How can we use AI and other new technologies responsibly?
At the 2024 One Young World Summit in Montreal, Godfather of AI, Yoshua Bengio, announced that he believed generative artificial intelligence had now passed the Turing Test - the point at which machine learning and behaviour became indistinguishable from that of a human being. What can we do to make sure that AI and other new technologies are developed in a socially responsible manner?
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Education
How can we spread and accelerate access to education for all?
Access to education is a fundamental human right, yet millions of young people worldwide are denied this opportunity due to poverty, gender inequality, and disability. Despite global initiatives and advancements, significant disparities persist, particularly for vulnerable and marginalised groups. With this in mind what can we do improve access to education for all.
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Peace and Security
How can young leaders drive global cooperation for a safer world?
For the first time ever in a One Young World Global Consultation Process, when respondents were asked about which was the biggest existential threat facing humanity, the Climate Crisis polled below 50% with one if five young leaders now believing Nuclear War to be the biggest threat. This mirrors the striking news from the Bulletin of Atomic Sciences which set the 2025 Doomsday Clock at 89 seconds to midnight. Therefore, how can we leverage young leaders to be at the forefront of international cooperation, to build a safer, more peaceful world?
To explore the insights from our Global Consultation Process and gain a deeper understanding of the five Plenary Challenges for 2025, read the full document below.
How you can get involved
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Delegate Speakers
Applications are open!
If you would like to be a delegate speaker at the 2025 Summit, find out more.
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Volunteering Opportunities
Would you like to join our volunteer team for Summit in Munich, 2025?
Support the biggest and most impactful youth leadership Summit in Munich, from 3 - 6 November 2025!
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Workshop Facilitator Application
Do you want to host a Workshop at the Summit?
We have created a thorough guide to help you with your application. Make sure to read it through before submitting your application to increase your chances of hosting a workshop.