What is the Global Youth UN Ambassador project?

It is a youth development project for junior high and high school students initiated by the Japan Jaycees in 2017. Through training programs both domestically and internationally, it aims to expose participants to the world's cultures and values, and to cultivate global-minded diplomats who can contribute to solving international issues and achieving peace.

How many Global Youth UN Ambassadors were selected for the 2026 fiscal year?

As a result of a rigorous selection process, 10 junior high and high school students were selected from 24 applicants nationwide.

What activities are included in the overseas training?

Participants travel to New York to attend the 'Global Youth Summit,' where youth ambassadors from around the world gather to discuss international issues such as conflict, humanitarian challenges, and division.

What is included in the domestic training?

In addition to web-based training, participants visit peace-related facilities such as the Chiran Peace Museum for Kamikaze Pilots in Kagoshima Prefecture to learn about history and peace through experiential learning.

What is the target age group for this project?

The project targets junior high and high school students.

[JCI JAPAN Global Youth UN Ambassador 2026] Announcement of Youth Ambassadors

Published May 26, 2026 6:26 AM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 7:26 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

JCI Japan has selected 10 Global Youth UN Ambassadors for 2026. The ambassadors will undergo domestic training and attend an international summit in New York to foster future diplomatic talent.

JCI Japan (President: Masamasa Kato) has announced the 10 middle and high school students selected as 'JCI JAPAN Global Youth UN Ambassadors' for 2026.

The selected ambassadors are:

- Sota Nakazawa (Grade 11, Hokkaido) - Rinako Mikata (Grade 8, Tokyo) - Miu Morikawa (Grade 8, Tokyo) - Aoi Yokokawa (Grade 11, Kanagawa) - Ran Miyazaki (Grade 11, Shizuoka) - Hana Kurahashi (Grade 11, Aichi) - Nonoka Abe (Grade 11, Mie) - Ririko Fujimoto (Grade 9, Kyoto) - Esora Matsuyama (Grade 9, Hyogo) - Takahiro Fujita (Grade 10, Okayama)

Following a rigorous selection process from 24 applicants, these 10 individuals were chosen. They will participate in domestic training, including visits to peace-related facilities, followed by overseas training in New York, which includes participation in the 'Global Youth Summit.' The project aims to develop leaders who take ownership of peace and can initiate actions in their local regions.

[Key Schedule] - May 30: Formation ceremony and 1st web training - July 2-5: Domestic training in Kagoshima Prefecture - July 28 - August 1: Overseas training in New York (including the Global Youth Summit) - November 7: Dissolution ceremony (sharing of achievements)

The JCI JAPAN Global Youth UN Ambassador program is a youth development project launched by JCI Japan in 2017. In 2026, it was adopted as an official program of JCI (Junior Chamber International).

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