3rd Global MAB Youth Forum 2026

The third Global MAB Youth Forum brings together young people aged 18-35 from UNESCO Biosphere Reserves worldwide to address biodiversity loss, climate change, and sustainable development. Held in Italy from May 18-22, 2026, the forum provides a platform for youth-led initiatives and capacity-building within the World Network of Biosphere Reserves. Participants will contribute to implementing UNESCO's Hangzhou Strategic Action Plan and develop concrete recommendations for MAB governance at multiple levels.