As summer starts winding down, YCI is busy dreaming up and planning out our 2026 adventures with impact – and we have a feeling some of you might want to join in on the magic. \ud83c\udfd4\ufe0f\u2728<\/p>\n
Check out the TWO Summit for Impact events<\/strong>\u00a0we have in store for 2026 – \u00a0in Tanzania and in Peru! Both deadlines to register are October 1, 2025. <\/strong><\/p>\n Read more below and boost this opportunity by sending this link to other passionate people who are ready to hike with purpose.<\/p>\n By signing up for a YCI Summit for Impact event, you not only are joining an adventure of a lifetime with an incredible group of passionate people, but you’re also making a real contribution to youth empowerment and gender equality around the world. Fundraising from the events goes directly to YCI\u2019s global mission of accelerating youth innovation for good<\/strong>. This includes our\u00a0HerStart Catalyst Fund,<\/strong> which provides critical funding for women-led social enterprises. The fund builds pathways for women to create sustainable businesses and a lasting economic ripple effect in their families and communities.<\/p>\n Get to know YCI<\/a>\u00a0<\/a>and our mission, read more about the HerStart program<\/a> and explore YCI impact stories\u00a0on The Feed<\/a> to be inspired by the incredible entrepreneurs, partners and volunteers shaping a better future with us. Sign up for a 2026 event below to become part of this momentum. \ud83d\ude80<\/p>\n April 2026: 7 Day Experience, 5 Day Trek<\/em><\/p>\n Hike with purpose as you complete the Salkantay Trek to the mesmerizing Machu Picchu with YCI. This 5 day trek will take us through stunning lakes, mountains, cloud forests and jungle. In the middle of the mountains, we will stay in unique, eco-friendly accommodations (like sky camp igloos and jungle domes) while enjoying delicious Peruvian food. Experienced guides will teach us about the history and nature of the region as we go. One night before and after the trek will be organized for the group in a hotel in the very cool city of Cusco.<\/p>\n Fun facts:<\/strong>\u00a0Machu Picchu\u00a0is one of the 7 wonders of the world and National Geographic ranks the Salkantay Trek as one of the top hike on Earth.<\/p>\n<\/h2>\n
What does ‘Summit for Impact’ mean? \ud83d\udca1<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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YCI\u2019s Summit for Impact: Peru \ud83c\uddf5\ud83c\uddea<\/strong><\/h2>\n