One Young World will host the 2025 Summit in Munich!

One Young World are delighted to be hosted by the City of Munich - a global hub for innovation and technology with a rich history and vibrant culture.

Munich is renowned for its architecture and culture and has become a major international centre for business, technology, engineering, research, and medicine. It is home to several universities and is the headquarters for many multinational companies and world-class technology and science centres. We look forward to working closely with our world-leading partners to host the landmark leadership event of the year!


The Summit will take place from 3 - 6 November 2025, where over 2,000 young leaders from more than 190 countries will gather across the city’s well-known venues.

 

2025 Summit Venues

 

The One Young World Summit Munich, 2025 will be held at various iconic venues across the city as well as digitally on our Summit platform:

Olympic Park, 3 November, 2025

The Olympic Park, built for the 1972 Summer Olympics, is renowned for its iconic tent-like structures and remains a vibrant recreational and cultural venue for world-class events.

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Messe Munich, 4 - 6 November, 2025

The ICM Messe Munich is a 100% green energy venue, with state-of-the-art technology, located just outside the heart of the city.

All hotels part of the One Young World accommodation package are within walking or short metro/bus transfer from the ICM Messe Munich.

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Our 2025 Plenary Challenges

The 2025 Summit will address five pivotal global challenges, shaped by the opinions of our global Community. Our Global Consultation Process, engaging 1,500 young leaders from 150 countries, provided invaluable insight into the most pressing issues of our time. After a thorough analysis of this year’s GCP data, we have identified the five Plenary Challenges for 2025:
 

  1. The Circular Economy
    How can we accelerate the shift to circular systems to tackle the Climate Crisis?
     
  2. Anti-Hate
    What actions are needed to tackle hate in society?
     
  3. Responsible Tech
    How can we use AI and other new technologies responsibly?
     
  4. Education
    How can we spread and accelerate access to education for all?
     
  5. Peace and Security
    How can young leaders drive global cooperation for a safer world?


To explore the insights from our Global Consultation Process and gain a deeper understanding of the five Plenary Challenges for 2025, read the full document below. 
 

 

 

Volunteering Opportunities Would you like to join our volunteer team for Summit in Munich, 2025?

Do you want to host a Workshop at the Summit? Follow the link to find out what it takes, and instructions on how to apply!

One Young World Summit 2025 Munich 3 - 6 November 2025