AUAP in collaboration with the Master's Institute Development Academy & Seminary-MIDAS is pleased to announce the 1st AUAP Word Youth Development Forum and Awards 2026 (WYDF) scheduled to take place from May 24 to 30, 2026, in Chiang Mai, Thailand.  This year’s program will be held under the theme: “Sustainable Innovation & Global Leadership for the Future: Cultivating a Positive Mind Through Mindful Leadership & Mediation”.

In an era marked by rapid technological shifts, global uncertainty, and complex sustainability challenges, higher education must evolve beyond traditional models.  There is an urgent need to embrace transformative education—a holistic approach that equips educators and institutions with the vision, tools, and strategies to foster resilience, relevance, and global impact.

The theme "Transformative Education for a Resilient Future" underscores the vital role of universities in shaping leaders, driving innovation, and advancing inclusive development.  It brings together four critical pillars: Innovative Teaching, Research Excellence, Global Ranking Engagement and SDG Leadership Simulation.

Together, these elements form a forward-looking, integrated framework that prepares universities—not just to adapt—but to lead in a rapidly changing world.  This program invites participants to envision and co-create a resilient future—one where higher education is not only responsive but transformative.

On behalf of the organizer, we cordially invite you to participate or nominate administrators, faculty, administrative to attend the above event.

Fees:

AUAP Members: USD$950 per person

Fees includes: Hotel/accommodation - shared room, lunch and coffee break during the event, pick up and send off to Chiang Mai International Airport, T-shirt, certificate, culture excursion and certificate.  

Register Now: 

Deadline: April 30, 2026

For more information please send an email to Miss Siripen Rattanasomboonchai, AUAP Administrative Officer through email secretariat@auap.org  or fdpauap@g.sut.ac.th, WhatsAPP & Phone +66 85 768 7474.