Empower. Engage. Enact.

It Starts with Youth.

UPDATE: Registrations Closed!

As of September 29, we’ve had to make the tough decision to close registrations for the summit. Interest has been overwhelming, and unfortunately, at this time, we simply don’t have the space to welcome everyone who wants to join us.

We are keeping a waitlist, and you’ll be notified if spots open up. For example, if a group cancels or if new funding allows us to add more seats.

If you’d like to be added to the waitlist, please email us at info.ynps@gmail.com.

We reply to every message, so don’t hesitate to reach out!

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It’s official! The 5th Youth Nuclear Peace Summit is happening on October 30-31, 2025, at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg, Canada.

This international summit brings together students from Japan, the United States, and Canada to present research on nuclear disarmament, peace, and education. Former participants have spoken at global summits in Vienna, Hiroshima, Ottawa, New York and are now part of leading organizations like IPPNW Canada and Reverse the Trend: Save Our People, Save Our Planet.

What to Expect:

  • Student presentations based on themes from the Everything You Treasure exhibit, which covers the humanitarian, environmental, medical, economic, and political aspects of nuclear disarmament.

  • Creative formats welcome! Teams can present through research, art, film, or other approaches.

  • Leadership & networking opportunities with other students and participating civil society groups.

We are incredibly grateful for the support by our partners, including Rotary D5550, the Rotary Club of Winnipeg, IPPNW Canada, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, the Manitoba Association for Rights and Liberties, Soka Gakkai Canada, Manitoba Council for International Cooperation, and more! See our full list of partners here.

Article Looming nuclear devastation unites global youth.

Summit alumnus Cohen Berg wrote a piece on the 2024 YNPS. Read here.

The Summit.

Nuclear weapons threaten our future. The 5th Youth Nuclear Peace Summit is a chance to enact change.

Join us on October 30th-31st 2025 at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg, Canada.

PROGRAM [TBD] 
Students pose for a group photo at the 3rd Summit in 2023.

Why Attend?

Students…

  • Have clearly stated that they knew very little about the nuclear disarmament movement. They felt empowered to learn more.

  • Make valuable connections with like-minded people who can support their ambitions and broaden their horizons.

  • Can apply critical thinking skills when mapping their plan of engagement at their team level - but also within the larger group of participants.

  • Learn how to drive change through civic engagement - from their school community to the global stage.

  • Gain confidence and develop leadership skills when working in their teams.

  • Rotary D5550 WPP

  • CMHR

  • SGI Canada

  • MARL

  • IPPNW Canada

  • MCIC

  • Rotary Club of Winnipeg

    RC of Winnipeg

  • IPPNW

  • Peace Days

    Peace Days

  • ICAN

  • CCUNESCO

  • UofW Dept. of History

  • Reverse The Trend

  • CRRIC

    CRRIC

  • VOW Canada

FAQs.

  • The Youth Nuclear Peace Summit is an event that bring young people to learn, discuss, and take action on the urgent matter of nuclear disarmament.

    Participants will take part in educational activities, thought-provoking presentations, and inspiring workshops. These sessions will be led by both youth leaders and globally-recognized experts in the field.

    The summit hopes to empower the next generation to actively contribute to the goal of a world free from the threat of nuclear weapons.

  • The Summit will be on October 30th and 31st 2025 at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg, Canada.

    Why the CMHR?

    The use and threat of nuclear weapons pose a grave risk to human rights, including the right to life, health, and a safe environment. By working towards a world free of nuclear weapons, we are also working to protect and promote fundamental human rights for all!

  • No! The summit is FREE for all students and teachers. This covers nutrition breaks, lunch, and dinner.

    However, please register as soon as possible, as space is limited! We are usually not be able to accommodate everyone who wishes to attend.

  • You will have the opportunity to:

    1. Learn from renowned speakers and experts in the field of nuclear disarmament.

    2. Participate in workshops and discussions to deepen your understanding of the issues.

    3. Present your own research (some schools only) and learn from your peers' perspectives.

    4. Engage in creative activities designed to explore the topic in innovative ways.

    5. Connect with like-minded people from around the world and join a global network of youth advocates for nuclear disarmament.

  • The summit is taking place because the threat of nuclear warfare is very real, and the need for a comprehensive understanding and commitment to nuclear disarmament is more urgent than ever.

“These weapons are not a necessary evil; they are the ultimate evil.”

– Setsuko Thurlow (Nobel Peace Prize Lecture, ICAN, 2017)