Junior Optimist International Summit
Junior Optimist International Summit

The JOI Summit is an educational and inspirational 3-day program at Saint Louis University! The Saint Louis University Center for Global Citizenship hosts events aimed at helping the SLU community view the world from a more global perspective.

Key highlights include interactive peer focus groups, empowering young leaders through dynamic leadership and communication workshops, fostering community involvement and civic engagement, and building essential professional skills. Participants will also enjoy on-campus housing, participate in an off-site community service project, and engage in exciting team-building activities designed to inspire collaboration and personal growth.

The Summit will be held at the Center for Global Citizenship at Saint Louis University in conjunction with the Optimist International Oratorical World Championships! Attendees will have the exclusive chance to attend the Oratorical World Championships on Friday, July 18, 2025.



2025 Junior Optimist International Summit
Saint Louis University - Center for Global Citizenship
St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Event: Thursday, July 17, 2025 to Sunday, July 20, 2025
Online Registration: Friday, February 7, 2025 to Tuesday, June 17, 2025

JOI Summit Online Registration
JOI Summit Schedule
JOI Medical Consent Form
JOI Summit Code of Conduct Rules
Running for International Office

Application for International Office
Qualifications for JOI Director & President



Questions
If you have any questions, please send them to junioroptimist@optimist.org or call (314) 881-1318.