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Young people plot a path for progress

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05.11.2025

The One Young World summit in Munich

The Notebook is where the City’s movers and shakers have their say, today it’s Ella Robertson McKay with the pen

This week, I’m in Munich, running the One Young World Summit – a gathering of over 2,200 young leaders, entrepreneurs, and activists from more than 190 countries. It’s the world’s most international forum dedicated to accelerating social impact and corporate change, and the capability on display here is extraordinary.

Our goal is simple: to connect and empower this generation of change-makers. It’s clear that many of the systemic problems we face – from social inequality to the climate crisis – are rooted in a leadership vacuum. Our current systems were built for a different, linear time, and we desperately need fresh perspectives at the decision-making table. The young leaders we convene aren’t waiting for permission; they’re already finding solutions to the world’s most complex issues, whether it’s developing sustainable business models or designing ethical AI.

That’s why providing young leaders with spaces........

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