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HISA YOUTH DIALOGUE 2026

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA

The HISA Youth Dialogue 2026 brings together young leaders, changemakers, and visionaries from around the world for four transformative days in Sydney, Australia. Join the 4th edition of this premier international gathering designed to empower youth through dialogue, diplomacy, and legacy-building.

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A diverse group of young delegates at a Headway Institute event, shown in two scenes—one formal group photo and one lively gathering with participants holding various national flags.

WHO ARE WE

Welcome to the Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance (HISA), your gateway to meaningful youth engagement in governance and policy-making. As a global leader, HISA specializes in bridging the gap between young people and stakeholders, creating dynamic platforms for collaboration and dialogue.

OUR EXPERTISE

At HISA, we excel in hosting policy consultations and organizing conferences worldwide. Our team of experts brings together diverse perspectives to address critical issues facing societies today.
Through innovative approaches and inclusive methodologies, we strive to catalyze positive change and drive impactful solutions.

WHY CHOOSE HISA?

Youth-Centric Approach

We put young people at the forefront of our initiatives, ensuring their voices are not only heard but also integrated into policy decisions.

Global Impact

With a worldwide reach, HISA extends its influence across borders, fostering international cooperation and shared solutions.

Stakeholder Engagement

We facilitate meaningful connections between young advocates and key stakeholders, creating spaces for dialogue, collaboration, and mutual understanding.

Policy Consultations

Our consultations provide a platform for in-depth discussions on pressing issues, leading to informed and actionable policy recommendations.

Dynamic Conferences

HISA's conferences bring together thought leaders, policymakers, and young change-makers, igniting conversations that drive progress.

OUR COMMITMENT

HISA is committed to shaping a future where governance reflects the aspirations and needs of all citizens. Through education, advocacy, and collaboration, we empower young people to play an active role in shaping their communities and societies at large. Join us in our mission to create inclusive, accountable, and effective governance systems that leave no voice unheard. Together, we’re building a world where everyone has a seat at the
table.

Explore our initiatives, engage with our community, and be part of the movement for positive change. Welcome to the Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance. Welcome to a future of empowerment and impact.

Our Speakers

Empower the Opportunities

EMRE

Turkey

YTB Coordinator

SANDRA

Spain

In-Residence Program Director, Swiss School of Management

ANNACHIARA

Italy

Director of Protection4kids

AHSAN

Pakistan

Institutional Governance & Public Policy Specialist, UNDP

AYESHA

USA

Assistant Vice President, DE&I at Alliant Insurance Services

YAQEEN

India

Psychotherapist & Research Scholar

Events

UPCOMING EVENTS

A wide view of Sydney Harbour with the Sydney Opera House in the center, surrounded by blue water and several boats moving across the scene under a partly cloudy sky.
  • Sydney, Australia
  • March 26–29, 2026
  • March 26–29, 2026

HISA Youth Dialogue 2026

The HISA Youth Dialogue 2026 brings together young leaders, changemakers, and visionaries from around the world for four transformative days in Sydney, Australia. Join the 4th edition of this premier international gathering designed to empower youth through dialogue, diplomacy, and legacy-building.
A wide view of Sydney Harbour with the Sydney Opera House in the center, surrounded by blue water and several boats moving across the scene under a partly cloudy sky.
  • Sydney, Australia
  • March 26–29, 2026

HISA Youth Dialogue 2026

The HISA Youth Dialogue 2026 brings together young leaders, changemakers, and visionaries from around the world for four transformative days in Sydney, Australia. Join the 4th edition of this premier international gathering designed to empower youth through dialogue, diplomacy, and legacy-building.
  • Budapest, Hungary
  • July 9–12, 2026

International Volunteer Forum 4.0

The International Volunteer Forum 2026 is a global gathering of volunteers, youth leaders, and changemakers, set to take place in Budapest, Hungary from 9th to 12th JULY 2026. The event will feature workshops, cultural exchanges, and leadership sessions, aiming to empower young voices and promote community-driven social impact worldwide.

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Our Testimonials

The 2022 International Volunteer Forum was a wonderful experience. I was fascinated to see the passion of the other participants to share their experience and their work, to be heard and to defend their values. The activity corresponded exactly to allowing everyone to feel in their place, to feel important and valued. The Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance Planners aimed high with this program and they succeeded. I commend their leadership and their confidence in us. We are the young people of tomorrow, we are not waiting to be called upon in existing action plans, but we are already acting in our communities with and without support because we are aware of our responsibility to make this world a better place. We are committed to helping our loved ones, our communities and to allowing the future generation to be more reassured. I feel very honored to have been a fellow of this forum.

Rood Myard Medgine CELANGE

Haiti
Delegate - International Volunteer Forum 2022

The IVF’22 was absolutely an impactful event organized by the HISA. It provided an opportunity to collaborate and deliberate on an international level. With progressive personalities invited as speakers, it was inspiring to listen and learn. My peers were an example of significant youth participation and the agenda definitely reflected upon possible betterments and that the time is now.

Palak Agrawal

India
Delegate - International Volunteer Forum 2022

The 2022 International Volunteer Forum was a wonderful experience. I was fascinated to see the passion of the other participants to share their experience and their work, to be heard and to defend their values. The activity corresponded exactly to allowing everyone to feel in their place, to feel important and valued. The Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance Planners aimed high with this program and they succeeded. I commend their leadership and their confidence in us. We are the young people of tomorrow, we are not waiting to be called upon in existing action plans, but we are already acting in our communities with and without support because we are aware of our responsibility to make this world a better place. We are committed to helping our loved ones, our communities and to allowing the future generation to be more reassured. I feel very honored to have been a fellow of this forum.

Chloe Gashi

United Kingdom
Delegate - International Volunteer Forum 2022

The IVF 2022 was an incredible opportunity for which I am very grateful, I got to meet some amazing people from all over the world that shared the same passion for volunteering and also were as eager as I to learn and expand their horizons. This experience provided me with amazing insight on the work others are doing in their local community and how I can learn from them while at the same time I forged meaningful bonds that could become the foundation of long lasting friendships and pave the way for future collaborations.

Filippos Georgios Sarakis

Greece
Delegate - International Volunteer Forum 2022

I was very impressed with the forum. The organizers did a great job of bringing in a diverse group of speakers who represented a range of organizations and causes. The lectures were also well-organized and provided valuable information and resources for those looking to get involved in volunteer work.

Godfrey Ngugi

Kenya
Delegate - International Volunteer Forum 2022

This forum brought together volunteers and professionals from all over the world. I had the opportunity to meet people from some countries for the first time and learn about their cultures. Although four days passed very quickly, we learned much about essential topics from excellent presenters such as policymaking, diversity, equity and inclusion, and the protection of volunteers. Through listening to each other’s various volunteer experiences, we are even more aware of the value of volunteering for our community and personal development, which gave us an extra boost to continue volunteering and feel the excitement through every activity we do.

Sara Hero

Bosnia and Herzegovina
Delegate - International Volunteer Forum 2022

It was an incredible journey, it was a privilege for me being part of this amazing venue. I am leaving with unforgettable memories, I met the most inspiring, dedicate and passionate group of people and we all had the opportunity to discuss different social terms including climate change, youth including, policy and women empowerment. I am very glad for having this opportunity.

Ledis Gissell Gómez Quintero

Colombia
Delegate - HISA Youth Dialogue

In a world where adults sit at the top taking decisions without considering our priorities and necessities, it is time for us, young people, to create our own opportunities and be the initiators of a change. Thank you Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance for making possible to get in touch with amazing and inspiring young people from all over the world.

Benedetta De Rosa

Italy
Delegate - HISA Youth Dialogue

Had it not been for platforms like the IVF, we would never have the chance to listen to unheralded stories beyond our national border, and to realize these struggles have been recognized and already addressed by leaders at their 20s and 30s. While already having my small stories in the little town in Vietnam to be shared in the largest city in Turkey, I am deeply inspired and reminded by the action of my passionate fellows to not set a limit on my own capability to contribute to the lives of those unprivileged all over the world.

Thanh Vinh Nguyen

Vietnam
Delegate - International Volunteer Forum 2022

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