RAYS ASEAN Access Fund Application

RAYS ASEAN Access Fund Application

Important Before You Start

Please ensure that you have read the RAYS ASEAN Access Fund application details on our website before submitting your application.

You cannot save your progress during application. Your application must be completed in full in one session to be submitted successfully. Once you begin, please ensure you complete the entire process.

What You’ll Need to Apply

To apply smoothly, please have the following information ready:

Your personal details (as per your passport)
Your nationality
Your passport copy
Your contact details
Your background information
Your responses to the application questions

Use of AI Tools

We understand some applicants may use AI tools to help organise their thoughts or improve their language. However, your answers should reflect your own story, voice and lived experience. Please do not submit fully AI-generated responses.

Note from RAYS

There are no right or wrong answers. We care most about your story, your community, and your hopes for the future.

Are you able to attend the full RAYS 2026 in person (24–26 June 2026)? *

Yes

Are you a citizen of an ASEAN member country? *

ASEAN countries include Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Viet Nam

Yes

Are you born between the year of 1996 to 2008? *

Yes

Personal & Background Information

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Title

Personal Email Address

Verify Personal Email Address

Mobile

Institution / Organisation

ASEAN Nationality

Year of Birth

Age

Gender

Passport Upload

Website or other URL

What is your current status / career stage? *

Self Identification List

Select any that describe you. You do not have to select any if none apply to you. There are no right or wrong answers.

Remote Community — You live in a place that is far from major cities or is difficult to travel to and from

Indigenous Community — You belong to a traditional or customary community with strong cultural heritage and ancestral roots

Rural area or small town — You live outside large cities, in a village, farming, fishing, or small-town community

Low-income household — Travel and accommodation costs are a major barrier for you

Climate-affected area — Your community is affected by floods, wildfires, earthquakes, storms or rising sea levels

Displaced or refugee community — You or your family have had to leave your home because of conflict, disaster or instability

Person with disabilities — You have a physical, learning, sensory or mental health condition that affects daily life or travel

Under-represented youth leader — You come from a community that is rarely included in global or regional leadership spaces

Other

Have you attended RAYS before? *

Yes

Have you purchased a RAYS 2026 Ticket/Pass? *

Yes

About You & Your Purpose

Why do you want to be a part of RAYS 2026? *

Tell us what draws you to the summit.

What do you hope to learn, experience or take home from the summit? *

This could be anything that would support your journey.

What change do you hope to create in your community, country or region? *

Share the issues that you care about most and how being at RAYS 2026 could help you take action when you return home.

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your journey. *

You can share about where you come from, what you care about, any work you are involved in or what shaped your passion for people, planet or culture.

Travel Information

Country of Departure *

City of Departure *

Terms & Conditions *

Agree

By submitting this application, I confirm that I have read and agree to the Terms & Conditions, and that all information provided is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that any false or misleading information may result in an unsuccessful application.

Thank you

Thank you for your application submission. We appreciate your interest and the time taken to complete the application form. Your application will be reviewed, and we will be in touch once the review process is complete.