CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: APEC Voices of the Future 2024 to be held in Lima, Peru November 10-16 . Closing date for registration: 10 September 2024

We are looking for youth delegates and educators who can best represent the APEC 21 Economies for the APEC Voices of the Future 2024 Program!

This years theme: “EMPOWER. INCLUDE. GROWTH”

BACKGROUND

Since 1998, youth from APEC economies have been able to learn directly and engage with APEC government officials and business leaders. Through the APEC Voices of the Future program, the movers and shakers of tomorrow engage today’s leaders to discuss issues affecting the future of Asia-Pacific economies and the region. This is also a platform for the youth to connect with their peers across the borders and discover that while each of us may be unique, our best way forward is to work together to achieve individual and collective prosperity.

The previous APEC Voices of the Future was held in Bangkok, Thailand from 13 - 20 November 2022. Refer to the full report here.

Further background on APEC Voices of the Future can be found here.

ABOUT APEC 2024

The 2024 APEC Voices of the Future Program will be held in Lima, Peru. With the theme “Empower. Include. Growth”, we are looking for young people who will advance our priorities by collaborating with our peers to imagine a better society for the future.

PROGRAMME

Lima, Peru, November 10 - 16, 2024.

See a detailed schedule here.

PARTICIPATION

Each affiliate of Voices of the Future in the 21 APEC economies is invited to register five participants: four youth delegates and one educator to provide support.

“The exposure gained by our young leaders from such high-level events will help them widen their international understanding and network for the future. Most importantly, it will lay a strong foundation for their development.” – James Soh PBM MBE, Co-Chair, APEC Voices Leadership Council

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility of Youth Participants

• Between the ages of 18 and 30 years old
• Proficient in English
• Interested in trade, the economy and international relations
• Track record in youth, community or public services
• Group work will need to take place prior/leading up to the event – applicants need to ensure there are no conflicts with their current exam schedule
• Participation guidelines

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Eligibility of Educators

• Mature adults above 25 years old
• Experienced in coordinating and working with young people
• Must be prepared to lead and facilitate group activities as assigned by organisers
• Interested and have good knowledge of trade, the economy and international relations, especially related to APEC
• Serve as a point-person for the Participants
• Must ensure the welfare and safety of their Participants for the duration of the program.
• Participation guidelines

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