Submissions should align with one of the following thematic tracks:

1. AI & Emerging Technologies
*Generative AI and youth creativity
*Responsible and inclusive AI
*Machine learning applications for social impact

2. Digital Innovation for Entrepreneurship
*Business model development for startups
*Investor-readiness and tech financing
*Digital product design and market entry

3. Tech for Inclusion & Empowerment
*Women, persons with disabilities, and marginalized youth in digital transformation
*Digital skills for employability
*Inclusive education and tech

4. The Future of Work
*AI and automation in the workplace
*Upskilling youth for new economy careers
*Remote work, freelancing, and tech-enabled job creation

5. Cybersecurity, Data Ethics
*Youth engagement in digital safety
*Data governance and privacy
*Ethical tech leadership

Abstract Guidelines

• Abstracts should be 250–300 words
• Include a clear title and summary of your idea, research, or project
• Indicate the preferred thematic track
• Provide the author’s name, affiliation, bio (max 100 words), and contact details

Note: Full papers are optional but highly encouraged for research-focused submissions.
Accepted papers will be requested to be presented and published in the GYTS 2025 Summit and Digital Proceedings.

Who Should Submit

• University & tertiary students
• Senior high school tech clubs (through guidance)
• Early-career professionals
• Young startup founders & digital creators
• Researchers, educators, and NGO practitioners
• Women in STEM and persons with disabilities

Phase Date

Call for Abstracts Opens—July 1, 2025
Submission Deadline—September 20, 2025
Notification of Acceptance—October 25, 2025
Summit Date —November 8–9, 2025