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Our network runs inventive projects and initiatives on the issues that matter most to Shapers and their cities. From protecting the environment to social justice, Global Shapers lead youth-driven action worldwide and take on problems that too often go unaddressed.

Join us in shaping a better future – one project at a time.

  • +3,200 projects
  • +15 millions people reached
  • +2 millions lives directly supported
  • 37 Cross-Hub Initiatives

The Longevity Economy Playbook

We are living longer – and that changes health systems, jobs, pensions, families, financial security and how we stay connected.

This playbook from the World Economic Forum's Longevity Economy Global Shapers Taskforce helps young leaders understand demographic change, build longevity literacy and spot the opportunities it creates.

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Flagship Collaborations

Together with World Economic Forum initiatives and centres, we help young leaders contribute their knowledge, experience and ideas to global challenges – so that every generation's perspective informs dialogue, decisions and impact.

Featured Flagship Collaborations

Shapers for Plastic Action

Together with the Global Plastic Action Partnership we put young people at the centre of the shift away from plastic waste – backing local solutions and helping new ideas get designed and implemented.

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Intergenerational Foresight

Connecting generations to make long-term decisions together.

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Equal Air Collaborative

More than 100 hubs putting young people at the centre of clean air action.

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Longevity Economy Taskforce

A knowledge platform helping young leaders find answers for ageing societies.

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Youth Climate Action

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Hub Projects

Discover the projects driving change in communities around the world.