1. First Name:2. Last Name:3. Email ID:4. Gender:MaleFemaleOthers5. Age:18 – 25 years25 – 35 years6. Country:7. Affiliation (Organisation/University/School Name):8. Designation:StudentWorking within cooperative sectorWorking outside cooperative sector9. Have you previously attended the Asia Pacific Cooperative Youth Summit (APCYS)?YesNo10. What is your motivation for participating in APCYS 5.0?To learn how AI and digital technologies can strengthen cooperativesTo learn about incubation/ coop entrepreneurship models across Asia-Pacific regionTo present or develop an idea for a youth-led digital/cooperative initiativeTo contribute to policy and advocacy discussions on youth, AI, and cooperativesTo network, build partnerships and explore collaboration opportunities11. The Coop Pitch Competition, organised as a part of APCYS 5.0, is designed for young cooperators to present new and sustainable cooperative enterprise ideas. Would you like to make a pitch?NoYes
12. Team Name:13. Team Size (All team members must be between 18 and 35 years of age):
a. Name (First Name, Last Name):b. Age:c. Email Details:d. Gender:MaleFemaleOtherse. Nationality:f. Affiliation (Organisation/University/School Name):15. Briefly describe your cooperative pitch idea, including the problem you aim to address. (Max 150 words):16. What relevance does Cooperative Identity play in your proposed cooperative pitch idea? (Max 150 words):17. What kind of mentoring support will you need to prepare effectively for the final pitch? (Select all that apply):Business model refinement supportTechnical guidance on integrating AI/digital toolsOne-on-one mentoring with experts from the cooperative, technology, or start-up ecosystemSupport in developing pitch deck & presentation narrativeFinancial planning & budgeting guidance
Note: only up to 2 pax per shortlisted team will be allowed to travel and make a pitch.
18. Which of the following policy challenges are you most interested in discussing during the event (Select any 2)AI EthicsPlatform RegulationYouth Inclusion19. Are you associated with youth cooperative enterprise?YesNo20. If Q19 is YES, will you be interested in sharing your cooperative journey with others during the event?YesNo21. If Q20 is YES, tell us more about your enterprise.
22. How did you hear about APCYS5.0?ICA-AP Social MediaICA-AP Newsletter/WebsiteICA-AP Member Community (website/ emails/ social media)International Youth Networks/Platforms, Specify23. Are you aware that you are expected to pay/ arrange sponsorship for your travel to Hangzhou, China and participate in person for all four days of the summit (1-4 September 2026)?YesNo24. Do you need assistance to procure a visa for China? (Note: It is the sole responsibility of the attendee to take care of his/her visa requirements. Participants who require an entry visa must allow sufficient time for the application procedure. The APCYS 5.0 hosts/ organizers will not directly contact embassies and consulates on behalf of visa applicants. However, we will issue letters of invitation to facilitate visa procurement for you.) YesNo25. In your opinion, what role can the youth and cooperatives play in AI and digital economies space? (Max 150 words)26. What are your expectations from the APCYS 5.0? (Max 150 words)
Disclaimer: I have read and agree with the terms & conditions pertaining to the Asia-Pacific Cooperative Youth Summit 5.0 being held in Hangzhou, China, from 1 – 4 September 2026.
ICA-AP reserves the right to approve registrations for participation in the Summit and Coop Pitch.
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We are very pleased with your interest and would love to have you join us in Hangzhou. Please note that ICA-AP reserves the right to approve registrations for participation in the Summit. Once your participation is approved, you will be notified via email at your registered email address.
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