Call for Applications: Tsinghua Global Youth Dialogue (TGYD) 2026

5 February 2026

The Office of International Affairs and Global Network (OIA), Chulalongkorn University, invites interested and qualified students to apply for nomination to participate in the 4th Tsinghua Global Youth Dialogue (TGYD) 2026, organized by Tsinghua University in collaboration with the Asian Universities Alliance (AUA). The program will be held from 27 June – 10 July 2026 in Hangzhou, Shanghai, and Beijing, China, under the theme “Bridging the Divides (破界同行)”, bringing together outstanding young leaders from around the world to engage in practice-based dialogue, field visits, and cross-cultural collaboration.

Are you a young leader aged between 18 and 35 and eager to build meaningful cross-border partnerships? We are looking for applicants who are currently leading, or have previously been actively involved in, practical projects (e.g. scientific research, commercial projects, social initiatives, or policy-related work), particularly those addressing global or societal challenges; who have a strong interest in international exchange and youth cooperation in areas such as AI & Digital Transformation, Climate & Sustainability, Culture & Inclusion, Peace & Security, Arts, Sports, and Technology Innovation; and who are affiliated with, or have experience in, a youth organization or an international organization (an advantage).

📝 Apply here: https://forms.gle/YA6xktDm8FbPb8tW7
⏰ Application deadline: 20 February 2026 (5:00 PM)
📩 Notification of results: On or before 26 February 2026

💰 Financial support

  • Tsinghua University will cover local expenses in China, including pre-arranged meals, local transportation, and accommodation.
  • Chulalongkorn University (OIA) will provide support for an economy-class round-trip airfare only.
  • Other expenses, such as visa fees, insurance, and personal expenses, must be covered by the selected participant.

For more detailed information, please refer to the attached brochure. For inquiries or clarification, please contact Mr. Stephen Maynard Manaoat at stephenmaynard.m@chula.ac.th

【AUA】TGYD 2026 Brochure with AUA_260202Download