Glossary · Youth Diplomacy

Youth Diplomacy

International engagement by young people, including youth delegates, exchanges and youth-led dialogue intended to influence or participate in global affairs.

Term type · Programme / participatory usageTypes of Diplomacy

Context

Participation in a national delegation carries a different mandate from an independent youth forum or simulated Model UN exercise.

Why it matters for foreign affairs

Diplomatic institutions can broaden representation and improve youth policy consultation without misrepresenting non-official participants as state representatives.

Where it appears in practice

The UN Summit of the Future held a dedicated youth-led Action Day in 2024. Source