CALL FOR STUDENT PARTICIPATION : INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON YOUTH ECONOMY AND ADVOCACY 2026 (Year 2026)

The Organising Committee is pleased to invite students to participate in the International Conference on Youth Economy and Advocacy 2026 (YEA2026), organised by Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS).

Date: 22–23 October 2026
Venue: Le Méridien, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
Participation: Physical and Online
Theme: Empowering Youth in the AI Era: Innovation, Inclusion and Advocacy

YEA2026 provides a valuable platform for students, youths, academics, professionals and stakeholders to exchange ideas, share knowledge and explore current issues related to youth economy, artificial intelligence (AI), innovation, education, skills development and advocacy.

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY: STUDENT FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Financial support is available for students who are interested in participating in YEA2026 but may face financial constraints.

Eligible students may apply for a participation subsidy and indicate the amount they can afford based on their individual financial circumstances. This initiative aims to make the conference more accessible and provide students with the opportunity to gain valuable exposure, broaden their perspectives and establish meaningful professional networks.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested students are invited to complete the YEA2026 Student Participation Subsidy Application Form via the link below:

Application Form:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Ut_GKBKzQkSvWSByWL9kqzQc0ZYN06xJhhZdCZ6wBhhUNExSU0pZSlA2RlQwNFYxSEhESzdRT0JDRS4u

For enquiries, please contact:
Norerika Siran
017-2701262 norerikasiran@gmail.com

Please note that all applications for financial support are subject to the organising committee's assessment, the applicant's eligibility and financial circumstances, and the availability of subsidy funding. Submission of an application does not guarantee approval.

We encourage all interested students to seize this opportunity to participate in YEA2026, expand their knowledge and contribute to meaningful discussions on youth empowerment, AI, innovation and advocacy.

Be inspired. Be empowered. Be the voice of change in the AI era!

“Empowering Youth in the AI Era: Innovation, Inclusion and Advocacy.”

Yours sincerely,
YEA2026 Organising Committee
Universiti Malaysia Sabah