Philippine Youth
Innovation Summit
2026
Empowering the Next Generation of Innovators, Changemakers, and Entrepreneurial Leaders
Held alongside the Enactus Philippines National Competition 2026
A new generation of innovators.
More than a conference, an immersive learning and innovation experience designed to help young people move through a simple but powerful journey.
Three global challenges.
Artificial Intelligence
Understanding and harnessing the technologies shaping our future
- •How will AI change the future of work and education?
- •How can young entrepreneurs use AI to solve real problems?
- •What does responsible and ethical AI look like?
- •How can technology contribute to social impact?
- •How can young people participate meaningfully in the AI economy?
International Relations & Cooperation
Building bridges across borders and cultures
- •Youth diplomacy
- •International cooperation
- •Cultural exchange
- •Education and mobility
- •Cross-border innovation
- •The role of youth in strengthening international understanding
Sustainable Development & Social Entrepreneurship
Turning ideas into solutions that create lasting impact
- •Sustainable Development Goals
- •Social innovation
- •Entrepreneurship for social good
- •Community problem-solving
- •Impact measurement
- •Scalability
- •Responsible innovation
Who is behind the Summit?
Siklab Pilipinas
Siklab Pilipinas is a youth development and innovation organization working to equip young people with the knowledge, skills, networks, and opportunities to become innovators, entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers.
Enactus Philippines
Enactus Philippines is part of the global Enactus network, empowering university students to use entrepreneurial action to improve communities and create sustainable social impact.
A Summit Connected to a National Innovation Platform
On Day 2, Summit participants will be invited to observe the Enactus Philippines National Competition Finals, where university teams will present their social innovation projects before a panel of judges and distinguished guests. Participants will see how concepts such as Problem Identification → Innovation → Entrepreneurship → Sustainability → Impact can be translated into actual projects and presented on a national stage.
An immersive experience.
Expert-Led Plenaries
Hear from experts and practitioners working across AI, entrepreneurship, sustainable development, international cooperation, education, and youth leadership.
Interactive Breakout Sessions
Engage in focused discussions and learning experiences designed to encourage questions, reflection, and peer exchange.
Hands-On Workshops
Move from theory to practice through problem identification, needs assessment, solution design, and pitch development.
International Youth Exchange
Meet and exchange perspectives with Filipino, ASEAN, Russian, South Korean, and other international youth delegates.
Youth Delegate Roundtable
Participate in an informal, speaker-free exchange focused on youth diplomacy, shared challenges, innovation, and personal experiences.
Innovation Development
Develop an innovation or venture concept based on a real-world problem.
Pitching Simulation
Practice communicating your idea and receive feedback before presenting it in future competitions, programs, or investment settings.
Enactus National Competition Finals
Observe some of the Philippines' leading university-based social innovation projects compete on the national stage.
Two days of innovation.
From ideas to impact.
Day 1 — Understand the Future
Day 2 — Build the Future
Who should join?
For Students & Youth
Gain practical exposure to innovation, AI, entrepreneurship, sustainable development, and international cooperation while building your network with young people from the Philippines and beyond.
- •Senior high school students
- •University students
- •Youth leaders
- •Student entrepreneurs
- •Aspiring startup founders
- •Young innovators
- •Social entrepreneurs
- •Student organization leaders
- •Youth advocates
- •Young changemakers
For International Delegates
Experience the Philippine youth innovation ecosystem, connect with Filipino youth leaders, and develop relationships with ASEAN and other international peers.
- •ASEAN countries
- •South Korea
- •Other countries and youth networks interested in youth innovation
For Educators
Expose your students to experts, innovation ecosystems, entrepreneurship, international exchange, and real-world examples of social impact.
- •Educators
- •Mentors
- •Innovation ecosystem actors
- •Development organizations
For Organizations
Connect with a diverse community of young innovators and potential future leaders while contributing expertise, mentorship, resources, and opportunities.
- •Private sector representatives
- •Institutional partners
- •Corporate partners
- •Government representatives
Join the Summit.
Local / Filipino Delegate
- ✓Opening and plenary sessions
- ✓Expert-led sessions
- ✓Breakout sessions
- ✓Workshops
- ✓Innovation development activities
- ✓Pitch Development Workshop
- ✓Pitching Simulation
- ✓Enactus National Competition Finals
- ✓Closing and awarding ceremonies
International Delegate
- ✓Opening and plenary sessions
- ✓Expert-led sessions
- ✓Breakout sessions
- ✓Workshops
- ✓Innovation development activities
- ✓Pitch Development Workshop
- ✓Pitching Simulation
- ✓Enactus National Competition Finals
- ✓Closing and awarding ceremonies
- ✓International youth exchange activities
IMPORTANT: Registration fees cover access to the Summit program only. Accommodation, transportation, meals, and other logistical requirements are not included and may be arranged separately.
Why participate?
For Students & Youth
Gain practical exposure to innovation, AI, entrepreneurship, sustainable development, and international cooperation while building your network with young people from the Philippines and beyond.
For International Delegates
Experience the Philippine youth innovation ecosystem, connect with Filipino youth leaders, and develop relationships with ASEAN and other international peers.
For Educators
Expose your students to experts, innovation ecosystems, entrepreneurship, international exchange, and real-world examples of social impact.
For Organizations
Connect with a diverse community of young innovators and potential future leaders while contributing expertise, mentorship, resources, and opportunities.
Our partners.
The Summit is being developed through collaboration with institutions and organizations across education, business, government, development, youth, and innovation.
And other innovation ecosystem stakeholders
How to register.
Click "Register Now" to access the official registration form.
Select your delegate category: Local/Filipino Delegate (USD 100) or International Delegate (USD 150).
Complete the registration form with your basic participant information including full name, country, school/organization, position/year level, email address, mobile number, areas of interest, dietary or accessibility requirements, and emergency contact information.
Indicate your logistical requirements if you need accommodation, transportation, airport transfers, or other logistical support.
Review your information carefully and submit the Google Form.
The organizing team will contact you through the email address provided in your registration form with the next steps, including payment instructions and other important participant information.
Follow the official payment instructions provided by the organizers. Your participation will be confirmed once the required registration and payment procedures have been completed.