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Uniting emerging leaders, policymakers, innovators, and change-makers to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and peaceful world.
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Uniting emerging leaders, policymakers, innovators, and change-makers to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and peaceful world.
Where Global LeadershipTakes Shape
The Global Leadership Dialogue 2027 brings together emerging leaders, diplomats, innovators, and policymakers from around the world in Budapest, Hungary. Designed as a high-level international platform, the forum encourages collaboration, global dialogue, and leadership development across sectors and cultures. Through keynote sessions, strategic networking, and cross- sector discussions, participants will engage with ideas shaping the future of leadership, diplomacy, innovation, sustainability, and international cooperation — all within one of Europe’s most historic capitals. • Leadership • Diplomacy • Innovation • Sustainability • 400+Participants • 100+Nationalities • 4Forum Days
Plenary Sessions
Engage with diplomats, policymakers, innovators, and global leaders through keynote sessions.
Curated Networking
Build meaningful international connections through structured networking and delegation meetups.
Cultural Immersion
Experience Budapest through curated cultural activities and global exchange experiences.
Leadership Labs
Interactive workshops focused on innovation, communication, and leadership development. GLOBAL DIALOGUE TRACKS
The Critical Dialogues Shaping Tomorrow
At a time of rapid geopolitical transformation, technological disruption, economic uncertainty, and shifting global alliances, GLD 2027 brings together influential voices shaping the future.
AI, Ethics & the Future of Humanity
Exploring artificial intelligence, digital sovereignty, labour transformation, cybersecurity, and ethical governance in an era increasingly shaped by intelligent systems. EVENT DATES: 26–29 APRIL 2027
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What do you need most?
Fully Funded
• Round-trip airfare • Accommodation confirmation letter for visa purposes • Official invitation letter • Airport transfer on arrival and departure • Official merchandise and delegate kit • Official certificate of participation • Lifetime access to the WLPI Alumni Network • Luxury accommodation in a 4/5-star hotel • Daily breakfast and lunch • Visa support and guidance • Full access to GLD 2027 programme activities • Opportunity to speak or present during the programme • Guided cultural experience in Budapest Application Processing Fees €15.99€35 Round-trip airfare and stay included for selected delegates. • Trusted & SecureYour information is protected Trusted & Secure Your information is protected • Dedicated SupportWe're here to help you every step Dedicated Support We're here to help you every step • Global CommunityJoin a network of changemakers Global Community Join a network of changemakers Other Packages
Official Invitation Letter
• Signed and stamped official invitation letter • Invitation letter sent directly to the embassy upon request • Option to upgrade to full program participation • Visa assistance and guidance throughout the process • Complete visa documentation checklist Application Processing Fees €95€199
Self-Funded
• Daily Meals • Official invitation letter • Visa support and guidance • Airport transfer on arrival and departure • Full access to GLD 2027 programme activities • Official merchandise and delegate kit • Opportunity to speak or present during the programme • Official certificate of participation • Guided cultural experience in Budapest • Access to the WLPI Alumni Network Application Processing Fees €199€299
Premium Access Pass
• Shared accommodation in a 4/5-star hotel • Option to upgrade to a private single room • Accommodation confirmation letter for visa purposes • Daily breakfast and lunch • Official invitation letter • Visa support and guidance • Airport transfer on arrival and departure • Full access to GLD 2027 programme activities • Official merchandise and delegate kit • Opportunity to speak or present during the programme • Official certificate of participation • Guided cultural experience in Budapest • Access to the WLPI Alumni Network Application Processing Fees €499€699 Registration closes 20 January 2027, 11:59 PM CET. All packages include access to an inspiring global community and unforgettable experiences. Limited Capacity
400 total seats
A carefully curated delegate community across scholarship and guaranteed pathways. Allocation • 20Fully Funded • 40Partially Funded • 140Free Passes Apply under the Fully Funded category to get selected for one of the scholarship seats. • 100Self Funded • 100Premium Access Pass No selection process — as soon as you apply, your seat is confirmed. Partner with WLPI
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Selection Criteria
A transparent and merit-based selection process designed to identify future leaders, innovators, changemakers, and globally minded individuals from diverse backgrounds around the world. • 01Leadership PotentialDemonstrated ability or strong potential to lead initiatives within academic, professional, entrepreneurial, or community environments. Demonstrated ability or strong potential to lead initiatives within academic, professional, entrepreneurial, or community environments. • 02Global MindsetOpenness to cross-cultural collaboration, international dialogue, and engagement with global challenges and perspectives. Openness to cross-cultural collaboration, international dialogue, and engagement with global challenges and perspectives. • 03Communication & CollaborationStrong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to contribute meaningfully to discussions and teamwork. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to contribute meaningfully to discussions and teamwork. • 04Vision & MotivationClear commitment toward personal growth, leadership development, social impact, and the mission of the Dialogue. Clear commitment toward personal growth, leadership development, social impact, and the mission of the Dialogue. • 05Interest in Global AffairsGenuine interest in diplomacy, innovation, sustainability, governance, public policy, or international cooperation. Genuine interest in diplomacy, innovation, sustainability, governance, public policy, or international cooperation.
Eligibility Criteria
Open to students, professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, diplomats, creatives, and changemakers from across the world. • Age RequirementParticipants aged 16 and above are welcome to apply. The forum encourages applications from students, young leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs, from diverse backgrounds worldwide. Participants aged 16 and above are welcome to apply. The forum encourages applications from students, young leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs, from diverse backgrounds worldwide. • International ParticipationOpen globally to participants of all nationalities, academic backgrounds, and professional sectors. Open globally to participants of all nationalities, academic backgrounds, and professional sectors. • Leadership & ImpactApplicants should demonstrate leadership experience, initiative, or a strong desire to create positive change within society. Applicants should demonstrate leadership experience, initiative, or a strong desire to create positive change within society. • English ProficiencyParticipants should be comfortable engaging in workshops, networking sessions, and dialogues conducted in English. Participants should be comfortable engaging in workshops, networking sessions, and dialogues conducted in English. • Commitment & EngagementDelegates are expected to actively participate, collaborate respectfully, and contribute to the international environment of GLD 2027. Delegates are expected to actively participate, collaborate respectfully, and contribute to the international environment of GLD 2027. • Diversity & InclusionThe forum strongly encourages applications from underrepresented communities, young leaders, women, and emerging voices from around the world. The forum strongly encourages applications from underrepresented communities, young leaders, women, and emerging voices from around the world. Agenda
Four Days ofCurated Programme
6 sessions · 27 April 2027
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