🇨🇳 UNESCO 2026 International Youth Forum in China – Call for Applications
The 2026 International Youth Forum on Creativity and Heritage along the Silk Roads is an international opportunity organized by UNESCO and its partners in China.
Are you a young creative, storyteller, filmmaker or cultural heritage enthusiast interested in international opportunities, creativity, culture and Artificial Intelligence? The forum will bring together young people from different parts of the world to explore creativity, cultural heritage, storytelling and the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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Youth-led Creative Heritage Expression in the Age of AI
Location
📍 Changsha and Nanjing, China 🇨🇳
Programme Date
📅 15–20 November 2026
Who Can Apply?
Applicants should:
- Be between 18 and 32 years old
- Have an interest or experience in storytelling, filmmaking, creative practice or cultural heritage
- Be willing to learn and apply UNESCO's "Youth Lens" for storytelling
- Be interested in using AI to showcase local heritage and creativity
- Be willing to collaborate in international and cross-cultural teams
- Submit a video portfolio as part of the application
Why This Opportunity?
The forum provides an opportunity for young people to participate in international cultural exchange, collaborate with young people from different backgrounds and explore innovative approaches to cultural storytelling.
Participants will also explore how modern creative technologies, including AI, can be used to showcase and preserve cultural heritage.
Application Deadline
27 September 2026 — 23:59 Beijing Time (UTC+8)
How to Apply
Applicants should carefully review the official UNESCO announcement and application requirements before submitting an application.
Important Notice
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Source: UNESCO
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