Tony Robbins
Global Youth Leadership Summit (GYLS)

 

Boost youth into leadership roles that will change their lives and communities.

Tony Robbins Global Youth Leadership Summit  (GYLS) VIRTUAL 2021 is a four-day program that provides participants, age ranges 14  to 16, with an environment designed to boost leadership skills that will  change lives and communities. This program was started in 2000 by The Tony Robbins Foundation and continues to help shape today’s youth in becoming tomorrow’s leaders.

 

The GYLS format includes small group discussions, hands-on service  learning experiences, leadership simulation games and exercises designed  to enable Summit participants to identify their own core leadership  strengths. Dynamic keynote speakers from around the world present topics  ranging from leadership styles to community contribution. Participants  work to identify personal goals and are encouraged to make a commitment  to community service. The last GYLS gathered over 350 teens from 31 countries.

 

GYLS Virtual 2021 will take place July 16-19. Applications are now open for the following roles:

 

Ambassador  (Ages 14 to 16 years-old, First time participants)

Alumni (Ages 15 to 17, Returning participants)

 

*Applications Close May 15*

 

Program Fee 

The GYLS Virtual 2021 program fee is $500 USD for Ambassadors and Alumni.

Apply Now to GYLS Virtual 2021!

Frequently Asked Questions

The Basics

What is the Tony Robbins Global Youth Leadership Summit (GYLS)?

The Tony Robbins Global Youth Leadership Summit (GYLS) is a four-day program providing an environment designed to boost participants into leadership roles that will change their lives and that of their communities. The format of GYLS includes small group discussions, hands-on service learning experiences, leadership simulation games and exercises. Dynamic keynote speakers from around the world present topics designed to enable summit participants to identify their own particular leadership strengths. Participants are encouraged to identify personal goals and a commitment to community service. This year’s GYLS will take place virtually. Check out the GYLS Virtual 2021 Video. 

 

The Specifics

What age youth do you accept for GYLS?

We accept teens between the ages of 14 to 16 years-old for first time participants. Roles include (see below section for more details): Ambassador (14-16, First time participants) and Alumni (15-17, Returning participants). 

 

How much does GYLS Virtual 2021 cost?

The GYLS Virtual 2021 program fee is $500 USD for Ambassadors (first time participants) and Alumni (returning participants). If application is received prior to March 31, 2021 at 11:59 p.m. PT, then an Early Bird discount will be applied to the program fee. Early Bird program fee is $400 USD.

 

Captains and Youth Captains do not require a program fee as a volunteer role. There is a $50 cancellation for volunteers who cancel after May 15th, 2021.

 

Where does GYLS take place?

GYLS 2021 will take place virtually!  You will need access to the internet and a computer with microphone and speaker capabilities.

 

Application Process

What is the application process?

There are four simple steps:

Step 1: Complete an online application, once applications are open. Make sure you receive a confirmation email with instructions for Step 2 of the application process. If you do not receive this email, your application is considered incomplete and has not been submitted.

Step 2: Complete interview.  Your confirmation email will provide specific instructions on how to complete your interview.  For Ambassadors and Captains, interviews are conducted through phone, Skype or Zoom.  For Alumni, Youth Leaders and Youth Captains, a video interview must be submitted for review.

Step 3: Once all these items have been received and reviewed, we will make our decision in a timely manner, up to 14 days.

Step 4: If/when accepted you will need to complete payment and registration.

 

This would be my first time attending GYLS. Which application do I need to fill out?

Our role for first time participants is called the Ambassador role. Please apply HERE.

 

I applied last year and was accepted. Do I need to apply again?

Yes, we ask all applicants to apply every year.  For security reasons, our registration system does not save your past information, as such we ask that you reapply every year for the position you wish to be in.

 

Who should write the letter of recommendation?

GYLS Letter of Recommendations MUST:

Be from someone outside of your immediate family, outside the Tony Robbins and GYLS environments.  This can be a teacher, mentor, school counselor, or coach.  It should be someone who has never attended the GYLS program.

Be typed on an official letterhead

Include contact information and title/position of author

Be dated in current year

 

What will the interview be like? Do I need to practice?

The phone interview will be a 10-15 minute conversation with a staff team member from The Tony Robbins Foundation. Interviews can take place over the phone or online via Zoom or Skype. The goal of the interview is to learn more about you, why you want to attend GYLS and what your goals are for the Summit. You do not need to practice – just relax and be yourself!

 

How can I apply to be a Captain on the Youth Support Team?

Our Captain role is a volunteer position. To be eligible, you must be at least 22 years of age and have attended a minimum of one Tony Robbins Live Events among other requirements. The GYLS Virtual 2021 Captain role is now full. Sign up for the 2022 interest list here.

 

How long will it take to hear whether I have been accepted or not?

Once you have submitted your online application and completed your interview, please allow up to 2 weeks or otherwise noted between steps for us to contact you. We receive hundreds of applications and emails daily and do our best update you in the timeliest manner possible.

 

What’s the difference between UPW Youth Leadership and the Tony Robbins Global Youth Leadership Summit?

UPW Youth Leadership is held in conjunction with Tony Robbins Unleash the Power Within (UPW) Live Events.  The Tony Robbins Foundation provides partial scholarships to students between the ages of 14 and 17 years-old to attend and participate in the UPW event with a group of their peers.  The application requirements are listed on our website here. Please note: because space is limited, not all applicants will be accepted.

 

Global Youth Leadership Summit was developed specifically for 14 to 17 year-old students (see age requirements above).  It is a program traditionally held once a year.  This year, GYLS will take place virtually. The application requirements are listed on the online application. Applicants are selected to attend GYLS based on the quality of their application, total number of community service hours they have performed and letter of recommendation.

 

 

GYLS offers the following roles:

Applicants must fit within required ages during the Summit they are applying for.

Ambassador (ages 14-16)

First time participants who have never attended a previous Global Youth Leadership Summit.

Alumni (ages 15-17)

Returning participants who have been to a previous Global Youth Leadership Summit and have the desire to further their leadership skills in addition to helping guide our first-time Ambassador participants. Alumni roles are limited and fill up fast. Applicants are reviewed in the order in which they are received.

Youth Leader (ages 16-18) – This role is full for 2021.

The highest level of applicants, Youth Leaders have been to a previous Global Youth Leadership Summit as an Ambassador and as an Alumni. They have been recommended or nominated to the Youth Leader role by their Team Leader at the previous year’s Summit.

Youth Captain (ages 18-21) – This role is full for 2021.

Youth Captains must have attended as an Ambassador and Alumni youth participant in previous years. They are returning to support Captains and the event from a logistical standpoint. Sign up for the volunteer 2022 interest list.

Captains (22+) – This role is full for 2021. 

Captains are adult volunteers who have a desire to help today’s youth become tomorrow’s leaders. Captains may not attend at the same time as their children. Sign up for the volunteer 2022 interest list.

 

Hear what past participants are saying!

 

“I truly felt like I was ridding myself of the negative beliefs that I held inside of me as well as creating new and improved ones. Afterwards, I felt like I had experienced a real change within me.”

– Ambassador

“I broke through my limiting belief that I was never beautiful.”

– Ambassador

“I think it is a truly beautiful experience for others to listen, understand and love & care for you.”

– Ambassador

“Thank you for supporting me in taking action to apply for being a GYLS coach One of the best weeks of my life ”

– Captain (formerly Coach)