Looking forward Vision and priorities for 2025 and beyond As 2025-2026 approaches, the Global Shapers Community enters an exciting new chapter – one defined by scaling impact, deepening collaboration and reimagining how intergenerational leadership can shape the future. With the community’s 15th anniversary in 2026, the year ahead will be both a celebration of our journey and a launchpad for greater ambition.Together, these priorities mark the next chapter of youth leadership – more visibility in our communities, more embedded in global systems, more meaningfully engaged across generations and stronger as a connected network. As we celebrate 15 years of the Global Shapers Community, we accelerate forward with the courage, creativity and collaboration needed to shape a more inclusive and sustainable future for all. Amplifying our mission In the spirit of the Forum’s multistakeholder model, the Global Shapers Community will mark its 15-year milestone with a global campaign to raise visibility and strengthen local partnerships. From city mayors and business leaders to grassroots organizers and youth networks, hubs will host “meet the leader” dialogues to spotlight the next generation’s priorities and pioneer new forms of grassroots organizing. Advancing intergenerational leadership The Global Shapers Community will test new models of shared leadership across generations. The community will test more inclusive governance structures by creating opportunities where young experts and experienced stakeholders lead together – not in parallel. This will start at Forum meetings, creating more opportunities for Global Shapers to co-design sessions, lead dialogues and contribute to thought leadership to bring next-generation perspectives into decision-making processes. This is about moving beyond inclusion to meaningful engagement.Scaling our impact The next chapter will see Global Shapers further embedded in the work of the Forum’s centres and initiatives. By prioritizing flagship campaigns – from climate resilience to the future of work, from AI governance to health equity – Global Shapers will continue to deliver youth-led pilots and scalable solutions for the global agenda. At the same time, expanded collaborations with strategic partners will extend the reach of youth innovation. Strengthening our network Finally, we will invest in the long-term strength of the community itself. By reinforcing hub governance, leadership pipelines and peer support, Global Shapers will continue to thrive in safe, inclusive and sustainable spaces. In 2025-2026, this includes launching a body of experts – a platform to elevate community knowledge and scale best practices – and expanding the Community Champions programme, which provides mentorship and continuity across hubs. Global Shapers Community: Annual Report 2024-2025 20

Global Shapers Community Annual Report 2024 2025