Speak for Future at the United Nations
This event is aiming to select young individuals aged 6-15 from around the world to voice their opinions on the United Nations stage.
Contest Timeline
Get ready to shine! Here’s your path to the United Nations!
Jun 1–30
Registration
Open
Registration
Open
Complete the form and upload your intro & speech video to apply.
Jul 1-9
Video
Selection
Video
Selection
Judges review all submissions and select national finalists.
Jul 10–15
Finalists
Announcement
Finalists
Announcement
Public announcement of students who made it into the final.
Aug 1–31
National
Competitions
National
Competitions
1-2 top finalists will earn the chance to speak at the United Nations.
Nov 16–21
Speech at
UN
Speech at
UN
Students deliver their speeches at the UN COP30 Summit in Belém, Brazil.
Registration Open
Jun 1–30
Complete the form and upload your intro & speech video to apply.
Video Selection
Jul 1-9
Judges review all submissions and select national finalists.
Finalists Announcement
Jul 10–15
Public announcement of students who made it into the final.
National Competitions
Aug 1–31
1-2 top finalists will earn the chance to speak at the United Nations.
Speech at UN
Nov 16–21
Students deliver their speeches at the UN COP30 Summit in Belém, Brazil.
Contest Rules
Who can apply
Who can apply - Age: 6–12 years
- Open to nationals of Thailand, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Turkey
How to Apply
How to Apply - Submit your application via the official event website (one entry per participant)
- Complete all required fields accurately
- Upload a 1–3 minute English video, including a self-introduction
- Submission period: June 1 (00:01) – June 30 (23:59)
(Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered)
The Requirements of Video
The Requirements of Video - Language: English
- Format:Landscape (horizontal), up to 3 minutes
- Speaker’s face must be clearly visible throughout
- Content must be original, relevant to the assigned topic, and created exclusively for this competition
- Memorized speeches and direct camera engagement are encouraged for better fluency scores
How We Evaluate Videos
How We Evaluate Videos - Fluency & Coherence – 40 pts
- Content & Creativity – 35 pts
- Body Language & Eye Contact – 25 pts
How to Check Shortlist Results
How to Check Shortlist Results The shortlisted participants will be announced on:
• This official event website
• The Facebook pages of 51Talk Thailand, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Turkey (please check the relevant page for your country)
Join the Selection Now!
Show your voice and win the chance to speak at the United Nations!
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FAQs
This event is open to children aged 6 to 15 who meet the nationality or regional eligibility requirements listed on the official event page. Please check the rules carefully before applying.
Click “Apply Now / View Registration” on the official event website, complete all required information, and upload your English intro & speech video before the deadline.
The registration period is shown on the official event website. Please complete your application before the deadline. Late or incomplete submissions may not be considered.
No. The application is completely free.
Your video should include a self-introduction and an English speech related to the assigned topic. The content should be original and created specifically for this event.
Please submit a landscape / horizontal English video. The speaker’s face should be clearly visible, and the audio should be clear. The video should be within the required length stated on the registration page.
Yes. If a participant submits more than one application, only the latest submission will be considered as the final entry.
Videos will be reviewed based on English communication, topic relevance, confidence, and overall presentation. The goal is to find young speakers who can express meaningful ideas clearly and confidently.
Shortlisted participants and finalists will be announced through the official event website and/or the official 51Talk social media pages for each country or region. Please check the relevant channels regularly.
If you have questions about registration, video upload, eligibility, or any other issue that cannot be solved immediately, please contact the local 51Talk Course Consultant or Student Success for assistance. If you're not sure whom to contact, can send e-mail to [email address]
