1. Purpose of the event

The Youth Development Administration (hereinafter referred to as “YDA”) will host the "2024 Global Youth Trends Forum” with the aim of promoting both exchange and interaction among young people from Taiwan and all over the world, strengthening their bonds of friendship, and creating opportunities for cross-border cooperation in youth affairs. The event agenda will be diverse and enriching, inviting young individuals in Taiwan with international involvement or experience in youth affairs to engage in discussions and exchanges with youth from various countries.

2. About the event

1. Date: November 16-17, 2024 (Saturday to Sunday)
2. Host: The Youth Development Administration, Ministry of Education
3. Venue: Great Skyview hotel (No. 101, Bangka Blvd., Wanhua Dist., Taipei City)
4. Event language: English
5. Agenda: See Appendix 1

3. Registration Information

1. Target participants:
   1. 1. 1. Taiwan youths with "R.O.C. nationality": Individuals aged 18-35 (born between January 1, 1989 and December 31, 2006) This forum operates entirely in English, and therefore participants are required to have at least an intermediate level of English proficiency as demonstrated by the General English Proficiency Test or an equivalent English language certification.
         2. International Youths with Student Status in Taiwan: Individuals aged 18-35 (born between January 1, 1989, and December 31, 2006) who currently enroll in a Taiwan college or university and possess proficient English communication skills. Proof of current enrollment in a Taiwanese university or college, such as a certificate of enrollment or a copy of the student ID card, is required for verification purposes.
         3. Participants should actively engage in discussions and contribute to the forum topics (refer to Appendix II). This year, we plan to recruit 130 primary candidates and 30 alternates (the number of alternates may increase depending on the situation)
         4. Students from economically disadvantaged families (low and middle income households) who do not possess the aforementioned English proficiency certification documents may provide their last year’s English course transcript and a recommendation letter from their English teacher in school as an alternative to the equivalent-level English examination certification.
2. Registration method:

Online registration is now open and will be available until 5:00 PM on September 13 (Friday). Please visit the iYouth Platform for Making Youth’s International Dream Happen (http://iyouth.youthhub.tw) to complete the online registration form and download the application form (see Appendix III). After filling out the form, please upload it to the platform. It is essential to complete the online registration and upload the required documents to finalize the application process. Incomplete registrations, late submissions, or missing documents will not be accepted or considered for further processing.

[Note]  The online registration system will be closed promptly at 5:00 PM on September 13 (Friday). Applicants who have not completed the registration process or encountered insufficient processing time due to the operating system will not be accepted. Please plan your time carefully and complete the registration process early to avoid any last-minute complications.

3. Selection Process and Procedures
   1. 1. 1. The qualification review will be conducted based on the application materials. Applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or have incomplete application materials will neither be notified for corrections nor be allowed to proceed to the selection process.
         2. After the qualification review, If necessary, a selection panel will be established by the YDA to conduct a selection review. However, if the number of eligible applicants with complete applications is less than 130, all of the applicants will be accepted.
         3. Selection Criteria and Principles:
            1. The YDA will review the applications regarding participation in international exchanges or hosting experiences, as well as specific issues (“participation in international organizations”, “overseas volunteering”, and “gap years”). Admission ranking will be determined based on the results of the review.
            2. In case of applicants with the same score during the selection process, the following factors will be considered in sequential order: 1. English proficiency, 2. Registration order.
            3. Priority will be given to students from economically disadvantaged families.
         4. The list of admitted participants will be announced on the YDA official website and the iYouth Platform for Making Youth’s International Dream Happen in mid October. If selected applicants decline the admission offer, candidates from the waiting list will be filled in sequence.