What was the summit about?
The UK–Germany Youth Summit took place in Berlin from 19–22 March 2026, bringing together 70 young people aged 18–25 from across the UK and Germany.
As a flagship initiative under the UK–Germany Kensington Treaty, the Summit strengthened cooperation between the UK and Germany in areas such as education, youth exchange, and democratic engagement.
Over four intensive days, participants explored topics including disinformation, civic engagement, diversity, and democracy. Through workshops, discussions, and creative activities, they reflected on what democracy means in their everyday lives, exchanged perspectives, and developed ideas for the future.
The programme concluded with participant-led presentations and the creation of a shared vision board, capturing their ideas and ambitions for more inclusive and resilient societies.
Who was involved?
- 70 young people from Germany and the UK, aged 18–25
What was achieved?
- Exchange of ideas and perspectives between young people from the UK and Germany
- Development of a shared vision for resilient and inclusive democracies
- Strengthened intercultural understanding and collaboration
- New connections and friendships across borders
What's next?
We are currently reviewing the outcomes of the Summit together with our partners and will share further insights, participant perspectives, and highlights in the coming weeks.
The ideas developed during the programme – including the shared vision board – will help inform future UK–Germany collaboration in youth engagement, education and democratic participation.
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Who organised the summit?
The UK–Germany Youth Summit is a joint initiative of the German Federal Ministry of Education, Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth (BMBFSFJ), the UK Department for Education (DfE) and the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). The project was delivered by IJAB – the International Youth Service of the Federal Republic of Germany – and the British Council.
