[Munich /Hong Kong] November 6, 2025 – One Young World, the global community for young leaders, and the China-United States Exchange Foundation (CUSEF), a non-governmental organization committed to building trust between the world’s two largest economies, announced their 2025 cohort of CUSEF x One Young World Scholars today.
These four young leaders were selected to join the One Young World Community and attend the One Young World Summit in Munich, Germany, from November 3-6, 2025.
The program advances mutual understanding between the two leading global economies by elevating the work of young leaders committed to tackling global challenges through East-West cooperation.
The Scholars, chosen from a competitive pool of global candidates, have demonstrated a proven positive social impact in fields such as climate change, legal policy, and cultural understanding. The CUSEF-endowed scholarship will leverage the expertise of One Young World to enhance each participant's leadership skills and expand their worldview.
The Scholars attending the Summit include:
● Eliane Johanna Maria Schweers (Germany): A law student at Humboldt University of Berlin, Eliane is a legal policy specialist committed to advancing legal frameworks that promote social inclusion and responsible governance. She has supported legislative research for a Member of the German Parliament and led food assistance programs through Rotaract.
● Jiaxuan (Norah) Zhang (China): A Climate Policy Analyst at NewClimate Institute in Berlin, Norah focuses on tracking climate mitigation and the link between climate policy and sustainable development. She is a passionate advocate for just transitions from coal and has represented youth voices at high-level forums including UN Climate Conferences.
● Jing-Jing Hu (Germany): A German-born Chinese entrepreneur, Jing-Jing is the founder of Chumi Studio, an illustration and gifting brand that promotes cultural understanding through products that blend East and West. She is also the creator and host of the podcast, You Rice Me Up, which features Asian Europeans from all walks of life.
● Junlong Wang (China): A student of International Relations at Johns Hopkins University (SAIS) in Italy, Junlong is the founder of the Bridge Cultural Exchange Academy. BCEA is a youth-led initiative that empowers citizen diplomats globally through exchange, dialogue, and narrative, and has engaged over 3,000 students worldwide.
Scholars will participate in four transformative days of speeches, panels, networking, mentorships and workshops at the One Young World Summit. They also have the opportunity to deliver keynote speeches alongside global leaders, with the international media covering the event.
The CUSEF scholars will meet distinguished international figures, with past guests having included Queen Rania of Jordan and Professor Muhammad Yunus, connect with like-minded individuals from across the globe, and expand their knowledge to advance their work in creating positive social impact.
This year, the Summit will take place at Messe Munich, with the Opening Ceremony held at Olympic Park – a vibrant recreational and cultural venue for world-class events, built for the 1972 Summer Olympics.
James Chau, President of CUSEF, says: “We are proud to welcome this new generation of young leaders who embody our shared mission of dialogue and global well‑being. Their work, from climate action and legal reform to cross‑cultural understanding, illustrates how the imagination and courage of youth can redefine what is possible. Building on last year’s success, we continue to invest in changemakers who are transforming challenges into opportunities and shaping a more peaceful, connected world.”
Ella Robertson McKay, Managing Director of One Young World, says: “Our partnership with CUSEF is vital for strengthening ties between the US and China, especially in today's global context. We look forward to welcoming this new cohort of CUSEF delegates to Munich to foster collaboration with our global network of young leaders and internationally renowned, impact-driven experts.”
About CUSEF
The China-United States Exchange Foundation (CUSEF) is an independent nonprofit with a mission to serve as a platform for exchange among the peoples of China, the United States, and the world they shape together. Through open dialogue, mutual learning, and a commitment to shared responsibility, it builds trust, understanding, and relationships for enduring peace. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Hong Kong, it has established a global reputation as a leader in U.S.-China relations. Every November, CUSEF hosts the U.S.-China Hong Kong Forum, its annual flagship event and a landmark gathering of leaders. This year's Forum, themed "Circles of Peace," will take place on November 17, 2025. Individuals can register their interest in attending here.
About One Young World
One Young World is the largest global network of young people who are making positive change across communities and businesses. Its mission is to empower young people with the ideas, inspiration, network, and skills they need to lead and deliver tangible positive change.
Made up of more than 18,500+ Ambassadors from 196 countries, the One Young World community focuses on making the world a better place. Member-led initiatives are improving access to global health and education, campaigning for equal opportunity in the workplace, and pushing forward the circular economy. Collectively, the network has generated in excess of $4 billion worth of social impact in the last three years alone.
Many of the world's most prominent political, social, humanitarian and business leaders support the work of One Young World through its annual Summit. These include HM Queen Rania, the late Kofi Annan, Sir Bob Geldof, Professor Muhammad Yunus, Maria Ressa, President Mary Robinson, Sir Richard Branson, and CEOs from the world’s biggest businesses.
To date, Summits have taken place in London (2010,2019), Zurich (2011), Pittsburgh (2012), Johannesburg (2013), Dublin (2014), Bangkok (2015), Ottawa (2016), Bogota (2017), The Hague (2018), Munich (2021), Manchester (2022), Belfast (2023), Montréal (2024), and Munich (2025). The next Summit will take place in Cape Town in 2026.
Winners of the 2025 CUSEF Scholarship: Junlong Wang (1st R), Eliane Johanna Maria Schweers (2nd R), Jiaxuan (Norah) Zhang (3rd R), and Jing-Jing Hu (C).