Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) has officially announced the opening of registration for the Middle East Youth Summit 2026, an international gathering of Muslim youth scheduled to take place on March 30 – April 2, 2026, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
Carrying the theme “Global Muslim Youth Collaboration for Sustainable Development,” the summit aims to bring together young Muslims from around the world to exchange ideas, develop leadership skills, and collaborate on initiatives aligned with global development goals.
MEYS is recognized as one of YBB’s flagship international programs and continues to promote the spirit of #TogetherforUmmah, combining Islamic values with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Participants will work in multicultural groups to develop social impact projects related to SDG 4, SDG 5, SDG 10, SDG 16, and SDG 17. All details are posted below.
Registration Schemes and Eligibility
The program is open to Muslim youth aged 15–40 from all nationalities and academic backgrounds, with basic English communication recommended. Delegates under 18 are advised to travel with a guardian.
Two registration pathways are offered
Fully Funded Scheme
Essay and interview required
Competitive selection
Participants pay first before reimbursement
Eligible for moderation roles
Self-Funded Scheme
No essay
No interview
No social campaign requirements
Automatically available to those not selected as fully funded
MEYS 2026 Benefits
Participants will receive:
mentoring and pre-orientation support
seminar kits
meals, local transport, and city/university visit, umrah
certificate of participation
media coverage including press release, interview, and recap video
Program fees do not include visa or flight arrangements.
Registration Timeline
Fully Funded Registration: 15 Nov 2025 – 15 Jan 2026
Self-Funded Registration: 15 Nov 2025 – 15 Feb 2026
Letters of Acceptance released in three batches from December 2025 to February 2026
Final Fully Funded results: 1 – 5 March 2026
How to Apply for the Middle East Youth Summit 2026 in Makkah
The application process is fully online, making it easy for applicants worldwide. Simply fill out the digital application form, upload all required documents, and submit your details. You can access the official application link below.
