The World Economic and Leadership Forum (WELF) 2025 is now accepting applications from international candidates for its prestigious event scheduled for February 23-26, 2025, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This four-day forum focuses on critical global economic challenges, leadership strategies, and sustainable development, offering a platform for leaders from business, government, civil society, and youth activists to come together and develop impactful solutions for a sustainable future.

WELF is an exceptional opportunity for youth leaders and aspiring change-makers to engage in international networking, develop leadership skills, and actively contribute to global solutions. The forum is offering scholarships for 100 participants, covering a range of fully funded, partially funded, and self-funded spots.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: January 25, 2025, 12:00 AM
• Event Dates: February 23-26, 2025
• Funding Type: Fully funded, partially funded, and self-funded
• Organizer: The Sustainable Development League
• Eligible Countries: All countries
• Target Group: Youth leaders, professionals, scholars, and activists
• Focus Area: Global economic challenges, leadership, and sustainable development
• Number of Scholarships: 100
• Program Language: English
• Host Country: Malaysia

Benefits and Scholarships

• Fully Funded: Covers airfare, accommodation, meals, certificates, participation awards, event merchandise, cultural showcases, celebration party access, and exploration of the host country. Fully funded participants may also secure a spot for future events.
• Partially Funded: Includes accommodation, meals, certificates, participation awards, event merchandise, cultural showcases, celebration party access, and the opportunity to explore the host country, with a chance to earn a fully funded spot for future events.
• Self-Funded: For £385, participants receive accommodation, meals, certificates, participation awards, event merchandise, cultural showcases, celebration party access, and host country exploration, with a chance to secure a fully funded spot for future events.

Additional Benefits:

• International Research Opportunities: Collaborate with scholars and experts from over 75 countries.
• Networking: Connect with influential leaders, policymakers, and emerging youth leaders.
• Leadership Development: Learn from global executives and policymakers.
• Global Insights: Gain valuable perspectives on economic trends, leadership, and sustainability.
• Innovative Solutions: Participate in discussions on addressing global challenges.
• Youth Empowerment: Contribute your voice to global initiatives.
• Career Advancement: Unlock leadership opportunities and enhance your professional profile.
• Inspiration: Engage with motivational speakers and success stories.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to youth leaders, professionals, and activists worldwide.
• Applicants must have a strong interest in global challenges, leadership, and sustainable development.
• Proficiency in English is required.

Required Documents

• Completed application form
• Passport/ID
• Professional picture
• Any additional documents required by the forum

How to Apply

1. Visit the official WELF website.
2. Choose the appropriate category (Fully Funded Delegate or Self-Financed).
3. Complete the application form with all required details and documents.
4. Submit the application before the deadline.
5. Await email confirmation for selection results.

Apply for Funded Delegate  |  Direct Registration

Further details and information regarding WELF 2025 are available on the official website.