NRSYD 2026
National Research Symposium on Youth Development
Symposium Tracks
9 comprehensive research tracks covering all aspects of youth development
01
Youth, Jobs, and Entrepreneurship in the Digital & Green Economy
Sub-tracks:
- ▸ Starting businesses, freelancing, and social enterprises Digital jobs, decent work, and fair opportunities Green jobs and sustainable livelihoods
02
Education, Skills, and Leadership for the Future
Sub-tracks:
- ▸ Education reforms, vocational education, and higher education Youth work and competencies building Digital skills, leadership, and life skills Moving from education to employment
03
Youth, Media, Technology, and Artificial Intelligence
Sub-tracks:
- ▸ Social media, misinformation, and online safety Digital rights, privacy, and access Youth involvement in AI and technology-based decisions
04
Youth Health, Mental Well-being, Sports, and Psychosocial Support
Sub-tracks:
- ▸ Mental health, stress, and emotional well-being Sports, physical activity, and healthy lifestyles Peer support and recovery after crises and disasters Sexual and reproductive health and Rights Substance Abuse
05
Youth Voice, Participation, and Governance
Sub-tracks:
- ▸ Youth involvement in decision-making Youth councils, activism, and advocacy Digital participation and accountability
06
Gender Equality and Inclusive Youth Engagement
Sub-tracks:
- ▸ Gender justice and youth empowerment Disability, ethnicity, and social inclusion Safe spaces and equal opportunities for all youth
07
Youth, Environment, Climate Change, and Disaster Resilience
Sub-tracks:
- ▸ Climate action and environmental protection Disaster risk reduction and community resilience Youth leadership in climate justice
08
Youth Migration and Global Opportunities
Sub-tracks:
- ▸ Labour migration and education abroad Rights and protection of migrant youth Return migration and sharing skills back home
09
Arts, Culture, and Creative Expression
Sub-tracks:
- ▸ Music, literature, drama, film, and visual arts Culture, identity, and peacebuilding Creative industries and youth innovation
Submission Guidelines
Authors are invited to submit extended abstracts related to any of the above tracks. Each submission should clearly indicate the relevant track and sub-track. Interdisciplinary submissions are also welcome.
All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer-review process. Accepted papers will be presented at the symposium and published in the conference proceedings.