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World Youth Festival Assembly 2025

Become a co-creator of our shared future

Applications are now accepted
2025 September 17-21
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
September 21-27: regional hospitality programme for international participants in 10 Russia’s regions
Assembly venue:
Program of the World Youth Festival Assembly – 2025
Thw WYF Assembly offers a rich program: 7 thematic areas, sessions with experts from all over the world, creative formats and cultural events. Explore the daily schedule and experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Assembly!
New media workshop
Media
The track is for those who shape meanings: journalists, bloggers, and editors. We explore new communication formats, the power of media, and the role of creators in the digital age.
Creative Industries and Creativity
The track presents the territory of ideas, art and cultural practices. Designers, directors, artists, architects and producers meet here to create new images of the future.
Public Administration
The Assembly track for those who want to influence processes and make decisions. We discuss public administration, leadership, and regional development.
Education and Science
The track for teachers, researchers, and educators. Education as a driver of the future, science as a tool for development — we discuss approaches, meanings, and challenges.
Entrepreneurship
The track is for those who take action. Business ideas are generated here, sustainable models are discussed, and the future of the economy is explored.
Sport
The track is about movement, willpower, and leadership. We explore sports as a social phenomenon, develop leadership skills through physical education, and discuss health, motivation, and the spirit of competition.
IT and digitalization
This track is designed for developers, analysts, and architects of digital solutions. We will be discussing technology, artificial intelligence, sovereign platforms, and the future of the digital world.
Assembly concept
IN RUSSIA
Russia as a hub of friendship, cooperation, and limitless opportunities
Creating a warm atmosphere for building international connections
Warming hearts
and inspiring great achievements
Finding support and new horizons for self-development
What does it mean to be IN RUSSIA?
Find and follow your own path of discovery
To get acquainted with the professional, emotional, cultural and intellectual aspects of life in Russia.

To share our values and fill the world with goodness through real action, open dialogue, and joint initiatives.
Influence
Opportunities
Support
Networking
The Assembly provides:
partnerships to implement projects abroad
opportunity to influence the future of the world
opportunity to find mentors, partners, and like-minded people from across the world
chance to present projects to investors and receive real cooperation offers
Additional activities
CYBERSPORT
pitching projects
CONSULTATION AREA
phygital basketball
NETWORKING
Become a co-creator of the Assembly programme.

Share your idea and watch it become reality
Bonding events, Memories for life
We will set a record for the number of young people participating in phygital dancing
We will become a part pf the colorful opening and closing Ceremonies of the Assembly
We will visit creative kvartirniks in an atmosphere of inspiration and friendship
HOSPITALITY
PROGRAMME
The foreign participants who have passed the selection for the regional program will go on a trip to cities of Russia!
REGIONAL
HOSPITALITY
PRogramme
Maps Divide – Hospitality Knows No Borders
international participants
Russian regions
depending
on the route
for International Participants
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Sakhalin Region

Welcome to the Sakhalin Region, a place of unique nature and distinctive culture!

The regional programme invites you to discover the amazing world of Russia’s islands. Breathtaking landscapes – from lush forests to endless coastlines – create a perfect setting for outdoor adventures. You’ll explore the region’s rich cultural heritage through workshops on traditional crafts and local cuisine.

Our festivals and events will offer you unforgettable memories and new friendships with the youth of Sakhalin and the Kuril Islands.

Join us and become part of a close-knit community where dreams come true and friendships are made for good!

Yamal-Nenets

Autonomous Area

Welcome to the Yamal-Nenets Autonomous Area, a realm of the Northern Lights, endless tundra, and deep-rooted traditions! Here, you’ll uncover a fascinating world of the polar wind and Northern peoples: crafts, music, and rituals that have warmed hearts across generations.

As part of the regional programme, we invite you to explore beadwork, listen to the magical sounds of the jaw harp, and learn animals’ footprints in the snow. Masterclasses, the rhythms of traditional tambourines, and local legends: every moment like this will help you embrace the soul of the North.

This journey will become a symbol of how Russia, despite its cold climate, remains a land of warmth, friendship, and rich culture. In Yamal, you won’t just find inspiration, but also discover an inner fire that ignites your love for the harmony of nature and humanity.

Join us! Here, where the sky glows and hearts beat in sync with eternity, we’ll create warmth that won’t melt even in the freezing cold.

Let’s bring warmth to one another through culture, discoveries, and unity!


Republic of Khakassia

Welcome to Khakassia, a land of five elements, ancient mounds, azure lakes, and vast Sayan mountains!

The regional programme invites you to unravel the mysteries of this extraordinary region right in the heart of Siberia.

Each day of the tour will be special! Over five days, you’ll explore the unique elements that define Khakassia:

  • Water: Waves that whisper legends.
  • Air: Freedom atop the Sayan peaks, where clouds kiss the earth and eagles teach you to fly.
  • Earth: Trails holding millennia-old secrets.
  • Fire: Shamanic rhythms by a campfire under a starry sky.
  • History: Messages to future generations carved into menhir stones.

You’ll take part in educational and cultural programmes, meet local youth, and the Head of Khakassia. This journey will offer an unforgettable immersion into the history and nature of the Republic of Khakassia.

Join us and get a chance to enrich the chronicles of this ancient land with your own story!

Yaroslavl Region

Welcome to Yaroslavl, a historic city with a modern outlook!

The regional programme invites you to explore the capital of Russia’s Golden Ring, which offers both centuries-old landmarks and cutting-edge technology and innovation.

Together, we’ll follow “bear trails”, visit the most beautiful village in Russia, the first public professional theater in Russia, and companies pioneering advanced solutions. You’ll discover Yaroslavl’s crafts, modern street art, and meet the young people shaping the region’s future. And, of course, we’ll experience a traditional Russian banya (bathhouse) and its age-old steambathing rituals.

Join us for a unique journey through this gem of the Golden Ring!

Republic of Mordovia

Welcome to the Republic of Mordovia, a place where the past and the present unite in harmony!
The regional programme invites you to explore the unique heritage of the Finno-Ugric people right in the heart of Russia.

Today, Mordovia is a multicultural society preserving local traditions. Its distinct features shine through in language, clothing, folklore, crafts, and cuisine, embodying centuries of wisdom, sustainable living, and culture.

Tour participants will not only dive into the traditions of the Mordovian people and the history of Mastor (Mordovian land), but also connect with its unique culture, bridging the past and the present.

This will be an unforgettable journey, uncovering the wonders of Mordovia and the warm soul of Russia!

Omsk Region

Welcome to Omsk, Russia’s Youth Capital 2025! Here, the sun shines brighter, and friendship knows no borders.

We invite you to embrace the rich history and multicultural traditions of the Omsk Region. Each day will focus on key topics and creating media content that captures the region’s unique features. Here, you’ll not only learn, but also put your knowledge into practice.

Siberian energy, friendship without borders, and projects that will make a difference!
See you in the Omsk Region!

Chelyabinsk Region

Welcome to the Chelyabinsk Region, a land of stunning lakes, mountain peaks, and industry giants!

The regional programme is more than just a trip, it’s a deep dive into life in the Chelyabinsk Region.
Here, the ancient Ural Mountains meet modern industry, and multicultural traditions intertwine with youth-driven energy. The Chelyabinsk Region is where nature, history, and innovation create a unique atmosphere of warmth and opportunity.
Participants will forge friendships with the region’s most talented students, entrepreneurs, and cultural figures, while exploring the local heritage: from the legendary Arkaim and Lake Turgoyak to modern IT hubs and industry.

Join us and discover the stunning blend of natural beauty and industrial power in the Southern Urals!

Saint Petersburg

Welcome to Saint Petersburg, a unique gem of Russian history and culture!
The regional programme invites you to experience the greatness of the city on the Neva River. Since the very beginning, it has remained the cultural and intellectual heart of Russia, with a soul and atmosphere unlike any other.

From magnificent palaces and cathedrals to modern creative spaces, Saint Petersburg blends rich heritage with dynamic progress. The programme will help you make new friends, find inspiration, and contribute to shaping a world based on universal values.

Saint Petersburg is ready to offer you a heartfelt welcome and lasting memories!

Ivanovo Region

Welcome to the Ivanovo Region, a unique part of Russia where traditions meet modern life!
The Ivanovo Region is famous for its scenic landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and the warmth of its people. Here, you’ll:

  • Enjoy natural beauty: from vast fields and forests to picturesque rivers, and lakes.
  • Embrace the Russian culture by visiting historic small towns.
  • Learn about textile production, the region’s signature industry.
  • Explore unique handicrafts by local artisans.
  • Try local cuisine, with dishes prepared from age-old recipes to delight even the biggest foodie.

See you in the Ivanovo Region, a place where everyone will find something special!

Chechen Republic

Welcome to the Chechen Republic, a land of proud traditions, hospitality, and breathtaking nature!
The regional programme invites you to discover the unique culture, generosity, and beauty of this remarkable region.

With us, you’ll explore historic landmarks, diving into the past as you visit magnificent mosques, ancient fortresses, and museums. You will experience the Chechen culture firsthand through unforgettable mountain tours, encounters with locals, traditional cuisine, modern enterprises, and learning about the region’s economic growth.

The Chechen Republic is a stunning part of the Caucasus, where modern technology, nature, and culture intertwine in perfect harmony.
Join us and let the hospitality of the Caucasus fill your heart!