Middle East Youth Summit 2027

The Middle East Youth Summit 2027 (MEYS 2027) is the seventh edition of an international youth programme organised by Youth Break the Boundaries. It will take place in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, from 22 to 25 March 2027. The summit is designed primarily for emerging Muslim youth leaders who want to strengthen their leadership, communication and community-development skills while building international connections.

The 2027 edition carries the theme “Empowering Emerging Leader for Positive Change within the Islamic Brotherhood” and continues the programme’s wider “Together for Ummah” focus. Participants are encouraged to explore community challenges and develop practical ideas for positive and sustainable change.

A major component of the programme is the International Symposium and Social Project Muslim Community Development initiative. Participants work in multicultural teams of approximately 5–7 people and develop a project connected to one of four Sustainable Development Goal areas: SDG 4 Quality Education, SDG 5 Gender Equality, SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities or SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals.

The programme also includes leadership and capacity-building activities, group discussions, international networking, Islamic historical learning and opportunities to present collaborative projects. The organiser describes MEYS as a platform combining leadership development, ethical values, cultural exchange and community impact.

• Applicants should be 15–40 years old.
• The programme is open to all nationalities.
• Applicants from all academic backgrounds may participate.
• The programme is designed for Muslim youth.
• IELTS or TOEFL certification is not required.
• Applicants must not have been convicted of a criminal offence.
• Applicants must not be affiliated with an extremist or violent organisation.
• Fully Funded applicants must be willing to complete the full selection process.
• Selected applicants must be willing to comply with the programme requirements and participate in the programme activities.

For applicants ultimately selected under the organiser’s Fully Funded category, the official 2027 announcement lists:

• Accommodation for 4 days and 3 nights.
• Three meals per day.
• Airport assistance.
• Hotel-booking assistance for visa purposes.
• Official invitation letter.
• Registration and hotel check-in support.
• Group Umrah.
• International Conference and Panel Discussion.
• SDGs Group Project Competition.
• Islamic historical visit.
• International networking.
• Certificate of Participation.
• Awards and international recognition opportunities.
• International and social-media exposure.

The wider programme also highlights international forums, peer discussions, collaboration opportunities, networking, certificates and awards.

The official announcement confirms that the Fully Funded selection involves:

• Completed registration form.
• Required registration documents.
• Application essay in English.
• Supporting information requested through the application system.
• Additional documents requested during later selection stages, where applicable.

The Fully Funded selection process includes:

• Completion and quality of the application.
• Essay submission.
• Essay assessment.
• Alignment of the proposed idea with one of the programme’s SDG focus areas.
• Ability to identify a real community challenge and propose a sustainable response.
• Interview performance for shortlisted applicants.
• Overall quality of the registrant/application.

• Build international youth-leadership experience.
• Connect with Muslim youth from different countries and cultures.
• Work collaboratively on SDG-related community projects.
• Develop communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Participate in an international symposium and panel discussions.
• Gain exposure to Islamic history and heritage in Makkah.
• Build an international professional and youth network.
• Present ideas aimed at creating positive community impact.