Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — October 9, 2025 — Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) has officially announced the winners of the World Youth Festival 2025, celebrating the creativity and innovation of young entrepreneurs from across the globe.
The international event took place from October 6–9, 2025, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and marked another milestone for global youth collaboration and leadership.
A Collaboration Between Indonesia and Malaysia
This year’s festival was jointly organized by Youth Break the Boundaries (Indonesia), Lepak Diplomasi, and Global Future Leaders Malaysia. The event brought together aspiring innovators and young professionals under the theme “Unlock Your Full Potential.”
Over four days, participants engaged in keynote sessions, cultural exchanges, and the highly anticipated Business Idea Competition — a platform that challenged youth to transform bold ideas into sustainable business solutions.
Recognizing Global Excellence
Through an official jury review process, YBB issued Decree No. 01.094/SK/YBB-WYF/X/2025, naming the outstanding achievers of the World Youth Festival 2025.
The competition featured two levels — High School and Professional/Senior — each showcasing innovation, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving skills.
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Winners of the World Youth Festival 2025
Best Presenter (High School Category)
- Male: Ahmad Mecca Cahya Sisworo
- Female: Levina Riski Ansanurullah
Best Presenter (Professional/Senior Category)
- Male: Muhammad Danial Iman bin Azlan Suhaimi
- Female: Putri Difa Zhafirah
Best Participant (High School Category)
Abizar Bachmid
Best Costume
Putri Difa Zhafirah
Best Group
Group 4: Rayna Nabila Pariza, Balqis Penelope Corio, Sheikha Mouzaya Husein, Lutfia Try Hapsari, Zahra Amelia Adibputri, Aulia Gestinea Laputri, Dzanareva Evrilliana Herman, Naila Aaqila Toengkagi, Selma Sadat Machrus
Business Idea Competition Winners
High School Level
- 1st Place – Group 1 (236 pts) Members: Abyan Ilmi Abrisam, Athayya Jawza Ramadhan, Syarif Annas Shofa Murahyono, Achmad Mecca Cahya Sisworo, Muhammad Fadhlan Fadhillah, Muhammad Naafil Arkaan Ramadhan, Muhammad Firas Irsyadan Rosmayadi, Muhammad Yuananda, Bagas Mika Dzulhilmi, Muhammad Faiz Akbar Kurniawan
- 2nd Place – Group 2 (187 pts) Members: Muhammad Aditya Akmal Maulana, Abizar Bachmid, Muchammad Rafhan Fatih, Atthaya Anakya Basuki, Muhammad Rayyan Fahmi, Muhammad Rafan Abiyyu Hadi, Rizal Akbar, M Raihan Rasyadiya Azkaya, Laits Ramadhan Achmad, Ghifari Achmad Raufikar
- 3rd Place – Group 3 (172 pts) Members: Levina Riski Ansanurullah, Naurah Tazkiyah Hamka, Zahwa Alifia Nadhif, Qory Sandioriva Sinaga, Nirbita Haifa Dilira, Raina Haidee Lavinia Musa, Carissa Atha Hermawan, Galvani Nazla Dewi Bangun, Nur Nabilla Alexa Chaliq
Professional/Senior Level
- 1st Place – Group 9 (212 pts) Members: Muhammad Danial Iman bin Azlan Suhaimi, Zafran bin Zakaria
- 2nd Place – Group 7 (176 pts) members: Rahilya Salsabila, Melani Dwi Agustini, Silvina Delizea Adolpha Islamey, Putri Difa Zhafira
The Business Idea Competition encouraged participants to design innovative business models aligned with sustainable development goals. Ideas ranged from technology-driven solutions to creative social enterprises, all reflecting a strong spirit of entrepreneurship.
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Empowered by Visionary Speakers and Global Partners
The festival featured international speakers from business, innovation, and leadership backgrounds. Their sessions inspired participants to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset and lead with impact.
Strategic partners from both Indonesia and Malaysia also played a key role in supporting the event, bridging education and innovation through regional collaboration.
Voices from the Festival
“The World Youth Festival 2025 represents the rise of young entrepreneurs who turn ideas into real solutions,” said Muhammad Aldi Subakti, Chairman of the World Youth Festival 2025. “This is more than a competition — it’s the start of a journey for future changemakers.”
“This event truly helped me unlock my potential — both in thinking and speaking,” shared Abizar Bachmid, winner of Best Participant and Second Place in the Business Idea Competition from Thursina IIBS Malang. “I’m grateful to Youth Break the Boundaries for this opportunity.”
Conclusion
The World Youth Festival 2025 successfully united young innovators from both Indonesia and Malaysia, showing how collaboration can turn passion into purpose. The festival served as a platform for aspiring leaders to share ideas, compete, and connect with global mentors.
As YBB continues to expand its international programs, the message remains clear — empowering youth means empowering the future.
