JCI European Conference 2028

The JCI European Conference 2028 (EC 2028) will take place in Angers, France, after the city was officially designated as host during the closing ceremony of the 2026 edition in Málaga. Organised by the Jeune Chambre Économique d’Angers et sa Région (JCEA), under the working name “Anjoy,” JCI EC 2028 is expected to welcome around 1,500 young leaders, entrepreneurs and changemakers from across Europe to the Centre de Congrès d’Angers for four days of leadership training, competitions and networking in June 2028.

Quick facts: EC 2028

What is the JCI European Conference?

The JCI European Conference is the largest annual gathering organised by Junior Chamber International (JCI) in Europe. Each year, a different national organisation hosts the event, bringing together young active citizens and young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 40 for leadership training, keynote sessions, public speaking and debate competitions, the Creative Young Entrepreneur contest, and a closing gala and awards ceremony. The conference typically draws well over 1,000 delegates from more than 30 countries, making it one of the key dates on the calendar for anyone active in JCI France, JCI Belgium or any other JCI national organisation in Europe.

EC 2028: Angers officially named host city

Angers was designated as the host city during the closing ceremony of the JCI European Conference 2026 in Málaga, held from 29 April to 2 May 2026. The announcement capped an 18-month bid process led by a small team of eight members from JCI Angers et sa Région, and confirmed that EC 2028 will return to France for the first time since Bruges hosted the Belgian edition of the conference in 2022.

With this designation, JCI France now looks ahead to organising the European movement’s flagship event on home soil, positioning Angers as the meeting point for young entrepreneurs from across the continent in 2028.

JCI Angers et sa région (JCEA): who is organising the EC 2028

Founded in 1959, JCI Angers et sa Région brings together young citizens aged 18 to 40 who want to create positive, lasting change in their region, often around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In 2024, the chapter received the JCI France award for Best International Program, recognising its “Sharing History” initiative and its twinning partnership with JCI Göteborg in Sweden – international work that also supported its candidacy to host the conference.

Why Angers for the EC 2028?

Angers, in the Pays de la Loire region of western France, will welcome delegates to the Centre de Congrès d’Angers, a purpose-built conference venue in the historic “city of King René.” For young entrepreneurs travelling from Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany and beyond, Angers offers strong rail connections into western France, alongside the cultural depth of a city built around a medieval castle and a long tradition of horticulture and events hospitality – a fitting stage for JCI’s community of young leaders.

What to expect at the JCI EC 2028

While the detailed programme is still to be published, past editions of the JCI European Conference offer a reliable preview of what young entrepreneurs attending Angers in 2028 can expect:

• Leadership workshops and official JCI training sessions led by European and global trainers
• Keynote speeches from entrepreneurs, policymakers and international changemakers
• Public speaking and debate competitions, including the European Debating Championship
• The Creative Young Entrepreneur (CYE) competition, showcasing high-impact member projects
• National delegation receptions, cultural exchange and networking across more than 30 countries
• A closing gala and awards ceremony recognising outstanding members, chapters and projects from across Europe

JCI France and the road to 2028

Hosting the European Conference is a multi-year commitment, and JCI France’s national community – including delegations such as JCEF, which sent more than 100 members to EC 2026 in Málaga – is expected to play a central role in preparing the 2028 edition. For young entrepreneurs across JCI France’s local chapters, Angers 2028 represents both a home-soil conference and a chance to showcase French chapters on the continent’s biggest JCI stage.

Stay updated on EC 2028

Full programme details, registration information and delegation plans for Angers will be released progressively, with more information expected to be shared at the JCI European Conference 2027 in The Hague. In the meantime, anyone who wants to be kept informed about EC 2028 can sign up via this short form to receive updates as they become available.

Not yet involved in JCI? Become a JCI member today, or read more about how JCI Belgium chapters build lasting partnerships through the JCI Twinning programme — the kind of international cooperation that helped JCI Angers et sa Région secure the host role in the first place.

Frequently Asked Questions about EC 2028

Where will the JCI European Conference 2028 take place?

It will take place in Angers, France, at the Centre de Congrès d’Angers. The event is organised by JCI Angers et sa Région (JCEA).

When is JCI EC 2028?

JCI EC 2028 is expected to take place in June 2028. Exact dates have not yet been confirmed and will be announced by the organising committee.

How was Angers chosen to host EC 2028?

Angers was chosen after an 18-month bid process led by a team from JCI Angers et sa Région. The host city was officially announced during the closing ceremony of EC 2026 in Málaga, Spain.

How many people are expected to attend EC 2028?

Around 1,500 young leaders, entrepreneurs and changemakers from across Europe are expected to attend, in line with recent editions of the conference.

How can I stay informed about JCI EC 2028?

You can sign up for updates through the official interest form, and expect further details to be shared around the JCI European Conference 2027 in The Hague.