The International Youth Forum is a youth-led, interdisciplinary platform for global dialogue and reflection. Since 2021, it has brought together young people and speakers from Canada, USA, Singapore, and China to explore issues that matter to youth and consider how ideas can be transformed into concrete action.
Embracing Every Brain
Exploring cognition, emotions, social psychology, and neurodiversity among young people.
On August 29, twenty presenters from the United States, Canada, and China participated in the forum and shared their insightful perspectives.

Mental Health
Youth Voices, Global Perspectives, and Collective Action
Exploring youth mental health challenges and solutions through cross-cultural dialogue and collaboration.
August 26-28, 2025 | 4:30–7:30 PM
Diverse youth shared their perspectives, connected, and created meaningful mental health initiatives.

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Since 2021, our annual International Youth Forum has brought together young people and speakers from Canada, the United States, Singapore, and China to engage in interdisciplinary dialogue on issues that matter to youth and explore how ideas can be turned into action.

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