OIC Youth Entrepreneurship Conference 2026 in Türkiye | International Startup & Innovation Conference

Applications and participation opportunities are now open for the OIC Youth Entrepreneurship Conference 2026 in Istanbul, Türkiye. The international conference aims to empower young entrepreneurs, strengthen startup ecosystems, and connect innovators, investors, and policymakers across the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) region.

The conference is organized as part of broader youth empowerment initiatives supported by the Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum (ICYF), an affiliated institution of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).

Conference Details

• Host Country: Türkiye
• City: Istanbul
• Event Name: OIC Youth Entrepreneurship Conference 2026
• Venue: Istanbul Finance Center, Ziraat Bankası Event Hall
• Conference Duration: 3–4 June 2026
• Organized By: Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum (ICYF) and partners

About the Conference

The OIC Youth Entrepreneurship Conference 2026 is designed to create an international platform where:

• Innovative startups
• Investors
• Policymakers
• Entrepreneurs
• Financial institutions
• Youth leaders

can collaborate to strengthen entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems across OIC member states.

The conference focuses on promoting youth entrepreneurship, cross-border collaboration, startup financing, and innovation-driven economic development in the Muslim world.

Who Can Participate?

The conference welcomes participants from different sectors, including:

Startups

Young entrepreneurs and startup founders seeking:

• Investment opportunities
• International exposure
• Mentorship
• Strategic partnerships

Investors

• Venture capital firms
• Angel investors
• Investment funds
• Financial institutions interested in emerging markets and youth-led innovation.

Policymakers

Government representatives and institutions responsible for:

• Innovation policies
• Startup ecosystem development
• Youth entrepreneurship initiatives

Conference Highlights

Participants will have opportunities to:

• Attend international panel discussions
• Participate in startup showcases
• Join networking sessions
• Meet investors and founders
• Explore collaboration opportunities
• Learn from successful entrepreneurs and industry experts

The conference agenda includes multiple high-level sessions covering entrepreneurship policy, startup growth, investment readiness, and innovation ecosystems.

Key Discussion Topics

Major themes of the conference include:

• Building an OIC-wide entrepreneurial ecosystem
• Startup scaling across borders
• Investment opportunities for youth ventures
• Innovation financing
• Inclusive entrepreneurship and women entrepreneurs
• Technology and startup development

Featured Speakers

The conference will feature entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem leaders from different countries and organizations, including representatives from:

• SKSEED
• Value Makers Studio (VMS)
• Globist Ventures
• Doha Business Consulting
• Arz Portföy

Why This Conference Matters

The OIC region includes more than 1.6 billion Muslims, with a significant youth population. ICYF initiatives such as the OIC Youth Entrepreneurship Conference aim to create stronger collaboration, solidarity, and innovation opportunities among young people across member states.

The event also supports broader OIC Youth Capital and youth development initiatives focused on entrepreneurship, education, leadership, and cultural exchange.

Benefits of Attending

Participants can gain:

• International networking opportunities
• Exposure to investors and startup ecosystems
• Entrepreneurship knowledge and mentorship
• Collaboration opportunities with global innovators
• Access to policy discussions and innovation strategies

About ICYF and OIC Youth Initiatives

The Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum (ICYF) is an international youth institution affiliated with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). It organizes programs aimed at youth empowerment, intercultural dialogue, entrepreneurship, leadership development, and international cooperation among Muslim youth worldwide.

The OIC Youth Capital initiative, launched in 2014, also supports year-long youth-focused activities in selected cities across OIC member countries.