2026 UNFCCC ACE Hub Youth Event in Bonn: Apply Now for Climate Action Training
Young climate leaders have a chance to make a real impact at the 2026 UNFCCC Action for Climate Empowerment Hub Youth Event in Bonn, Germany. This event brings together people aged 18 to 35 to learn skills for climate action and connect local efforts with global goals. Set for June 4 to 6, 2026, just before the 64th session of the Subsidiary Bodies, it focuses on education, awareness, and participation through Action for Climate Empowerment, or ACE.
Event Overview
The 2026 UNFCCC Action for Climate Empowerment Hub Youth Event takes place in Bonn as part of the ACE Hub. The German state of North Rhine-Westphalia supports it to build skills in climate education, public awareness, training, access to information, and public participation. Over three days, attendees join interactive sessions on youth roles in policymaking, community engagement, and inspiring sustainable habits.
Participants apply an international view while linking it to local actions. This helps them see how their ideas can drive change at home. The event partners with groups like YOUNGO, the official youth constituency of the UNFCCC, for a mix of learning, sharing, and networking.
Program Highlights
Expect hands-on training modules tailored to real-world needs. Topics cover meaningful youth input in policy, skill-building for advocacy, and using casual settings to spread climate messages. An off-campus trip to Düsseldorf lets you see city-level climate projects up close.
You will also help form an ACE Hub Youth Event Alumni Network. This group aims to keep connections alive after the event. All sessions run in English, with plenty of time for collaboration and idea exchange. People leave with practical tools to bring back to their communities.
Who Can Apply and Funding Options
The event welcomes new youth participants only. Past attendees from 2022 ACE Youth Exchange, Hackathon, or 2023-2025 ACE Hub events cannot join. Organizers fund at least 5 international youth, including 2 from Indigenous or local communities, and 15 from North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) in Germany. Self-funded or externally funded youth planning to attend SB64 can apply too, as long as funding is secured upfront.
Funded spots cover travel arrangements based on standard dates: arrive June 3, depart June 7. A Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) handles event-time costs like meals and lodging. You cover extras, insurance, visas, and accommodation outside the event. DSA might arrive late, so have funds ready. Selected participants interested in the ACE Dialogue 2026 may get SB64 accreditation as invited guests for non-negotiation events.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, meet these basics:
- Age 18 to 35 by event time.
- Fluent in spoken English.
- Able to attend in person for all three days.
- No prior ACE Hub Youth Event participation.
- Interest or experience in ACE areas: climate education, awareness, training, participation, or information access.
- Best fit: work on local climate issues with cities, towns, or community groups.
NRW applicants must live in that region. Everyone handles their own visas, with support letters available if needed. No help with visa authorities.
Selection Process
YOUNGO leads selection for fairness and inclusion. They pick 15 NRW youth and at least 5 internationals, prioritizing geographical balance, gender equality, and diverse backgrounds. All fields are welcome, from activists to students. Applications close April 10, 2026. Self-funded applicants note their funding source clearly.
If selected but unable to attend, reapply for future events; no deferrals. The process values multi-disciplinary views to build a strong group.
How to Get Involved
Check the official UNFCCC page for the full call and application form: UNFCCC Action for Climate Empowerment Hub Youth Event. Submit by April 10, 2026. Prepare details on your climate experience, especially local work, and why you fit ACE goals.
This event equips you to scale climate action from Bonn back home. With networking and real tools, it turns passion into results.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 2026 UNFCCC Action for Climate Empowerment Hub Youth Event?
This three-day event in Bonn, Germany, from June 4 to 6, 2026, gathers youth aged 18 to 35 for skills training in climate education, awareness, and participation to link local actions with global goals.
Who is eligible to attend the event?
You qualify if you are 18 to 35 years old by event time, speak fluent English, can attend all three days in person, have no prior ACE Hub Youth Event experience, and show interest in climate education or local climate work.
What does funding cover for selected participants?
Funded spots include travel arrangements for arrival on June 3 and departure on June 7, plus a Daily Subsistence Allowance for meals and lodging during the event. You must cover visas, insurance, and any extras.
When is the application deadline and how do I apply?
Applications close on April 10, 2026. Visit the official UNFCCC page for the call and form, and submit details on your climate experience and fit for ACE goals.