Nobody can solve the world’s most challenging issues alone.

That’s why we push boundaries and break barriers. Fuelled by the power of media, we come together to make an impact on the world.

Mission

We unite and empower passionate youth around the world to create impactful stories that shine a light on urgent global issues. Their films and media projects inspire change and celebrate the best of humanity.

More about IYMS
Diplomats
enjoy doing research, consulting with experts and crafting persuasive arguments using written and oral communication, most passionate about solving the world’s major global issues.
Filmmakers
already have some experience with expressing themselves with the camera and video editing, are willing to learn more, but are also eager to teach others about what they have learned so far.
Advisors
serve as the leaders and contact points for delegations and issue groups, teach in their areas of expertise and support the delegates in completing their main goals at the Summit.
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We build bridges across cultures – one film at a time, one youth at a time.

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Recognized by the delegates of the 1st IYMS in 2006, all of these Issues still impact lives everywhere in the world. Every year for the past 13 years, new delegates have explored the power and impact of media to transform attitudes, behaviors and lives. They apply their new awareness to the making of films about the social issues that matter the most to them.

The final products of each Summit include:

  • seven short films, each focused on finding a solution to one of these issues
  • seven workshop guides, tools to accompany the films to stimulate dialogue and action in community settings around the world
  • written and recorded declarations, individual stories related to the Issues explored at the Summit

By confronting and examining global problems, and exploring solutions together, the delegates are bound in a shared purpose. Working toward a common goal and being accountable for a concrete creative product within a limited time period provides the perfect “stew” for collaboration. Conflicts arise and must get resolved. Barriers of misunderstanding and ignorance are broken down, friendships emerge, creativity flows…

In this process, youth create a model for a peaceful yet dynamic, cooperative world community.

Short films

made at previous IYMS events

IYMS Alumni

and their personal stories

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