YSEALI Summit 2026
The U.S. Embassy Manila seeks proposals to organize the 2026 YSEALI Summit, a six-day regional security workshop in Manila for 100 young leaders from 11 ASEAN countries.
Funder: U.S. Mission to the Philippines
Due Dates: July 6, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $200,000–$300,000 for a 12–15 month project; 1 award anticipated
Summary: Funds a six-day regional summit in Manila to engage YSEALI alumni on Indo-Pacific security, fostering action on maritime, cyber, and energy security.
Key Information: For not-for-profit and public institutions only; for-profit entities are not eligible.
Description
This opportunity supports the organization and implementation of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit 2026 in Manila, Philippines. The summit is a flagship U.S. government program advancing regional security, peace, and stability in the Indo-Pacific by convening 100 competitively selected YSEALI alumni from ASEAN countries for a six-day, in-person event. The summit will focus on key security themes—maritime, cyber, and energy security—through plenary sessions, site visits, action planning, and a U.S.-ASEAN Futures fair. The goal is to empower alumni to lead initiatives that strengthen regional security and deepen U.S.-ASEAN cooperation.
