Middle East Youth Summit (MEYS) 2026 in Mecca, Saudi Arabia

The Middle East Youth Summit (MEYS) 2026 is an international youth leadership program organized by Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB). The summit will take place in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, from 7th to 19th December 2026. This global platform is designed to bring together Muslim youth from around the world to exchange ideas, enhance leadership skills, and build meaningful international connections.

The program is structured as a 4-day summit experience within the travel window, and participants will also have the opportunity to perform Umrah. The summit focuses on empowering youth to contribute toward inclusive and innovative development within the Muslim community.

Event Details

Event Name: Middle East Youth Summit (MEYS) 2026
Host Country: Saudi Arabia
Location: Mecca
Duration: 4 Days
Program Dates: 7th to 19th December 2026
Program Type: Partially Funded
Application Deadline: 25th July 2026

Summit Theme

Youth-Driven Innovation for Inclusive Muslim Community Development

Financial Benefits

The program operates on a reimbursement-based funding system. Selected participants will receive coverage for key expenses during the summit.

Covered Benefits:
Accommodation during the program
Meals
Airport pickup
Local transportation
Access to all summit sessions
Official merchandise and seminar kits
Awards for best participant, group, and project

Not Covered:
International flight tickets
Visa expenses
Personal expenses

Why You Should Join

The Middle East Youth Summit 2026 offers a unique opportunity for young Muslims to develop both professionally and spiritually. Participants will gain exposure to leadership training, global perspectives, and Islamic values.

Key Opportunities:
Leadership and capacity-building workshops
Discussions on Islamic ethics and global development
Intercultural and interfaith dialogue sessions
Learning about Islamic heritage and history
Cultural exchange activities and networking
Recognition through awards and certifications
Opportunity to perform Umrah

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Must be a Muslim
Open to all nationalities
Age between 15 to 40 years
Open to students and professionals from all backgrounds
Must have a clean criminal record
Must not be affiliated with any extremist organization
No IELTS or TOEFL required

Application Fee

Funded Category: 10 USD
Self-Funded Category: 15 USD

Application Requirements

Applicants should prepare the following:

Basic personal information
Educational or professional background details
Motivation statement or short essay
Valid identification or passport (if available)
Application fee payment

How to Apply for the Middle East Youth Summit 2026

To apply for the MEYS 2026, follow these steps:

Visit the official application platform provided by the organizers
Choose your preferred category (Funded or Self-Funded)
Complete the online application form with accurate details
Submit all required information and documents
Pay the application fee
Submit your application before the deadline