Meet the Young Global Leaders Class of 2026 | World Economic Forum
Apr 16, 2026 · The World Economic Forum announces its 2026 class of Young Global Leaders, a cohort of under-40 leaders across sectors and regions. The group includes public leaders, entrepreneurs, …
A new generation of changemakers: Meet the YGL Class of 2025
Apr 15, 2025 · The World Economic Forum announces the Young Global Leaders (YGL) Class of 2025, a cohort of 116 remarkable individuals who are shaping industries and driving progress worldwide.
Young people have the power to break barriers to women’s …
Mar 7, 2025 · Women continue to face systemic obstacles in education, employment, digital access and more – but three youth-led initiatives show how gender equality can begin at the grassroots.
Financial literacy: Encouraging young people to talk money
Mar 26, 2026 · Higher financial literacy creates savvier financial behaviour among young people, so schools, parents, business and government should encourage money talk.
5 pathways towards an optimistic future, according to today's youth
Aug 4, 2025 · Young leaders are responding to a pattern they’ve noticed and experienced repeatedly, one where organizations commit to social innovation without youth and limited local knowledge. The …
Empowering young people is future-proofing business and society in ...
Jan 23, 2025 · Young people bring critical perspectives that are often dramatically different to those of older generations, especially when it comes to digital and societal expectations. Leveraging these …
Bringing young leaders together now matters more than ever
Jul 9, 2025 · The Global Shapers network of young leaders will meet in Geneva to unlock new ideas, build partnerships and ignite collective action for lasting impact.
Africa at Davos 2026: Young population provides a bright outlook
Jan 23, 2026 · At Davos 2026, participants discussed growth opportunities for African countries including education, jobs, tech, minerals and agriculture like blue foods.
Young people and AI: 3 things Davos leaders want everyone to know
Jan 28, 2026 · What does growing up with AI mean for young people? Here are three messages leaders in Davos were keen to get across on the issue.
Do young people choose careers the economy can’t sustain?
Feb 16, 2026 · Young people’s choices in careers are drifting from labour-market needs. New data shows why this matters for skills, growth and economic resilience.