Founded in 2011, the Global Shapers Community is a global network of hubs developed and led by young people between the ages of 18 and 30, who are exceptional in their potential, their achievement, and their drive to catalyse positive change in their communities. The network’s city-based structure ensures that Global Shapers can contribute to improving the state of the world - one community at a time. Today, the Community has 500 city-based hubs with over 11,000 Global Shapers and 8,000 active alumni worldwide.
The Community’s mission is to inspire, empower, and connect young leaders to reach their full potential, amplify emerging voices in decision-making, and positively shape their communities around the world. This mission is built on two strategic objectives:
1. Self-organising for impact: creating and working in self-organised teams to spur innovative solutions to challenges in Shapers’ local communities and the world.
2. Amplifying the voice of young people: working with all stakeholders to ensure that young leaders have opportunities to shape local, regional, and global agendas.
From environmental protection to social justice, the Global Shapers Community is leading youth-led action across the world.