WYSE Travel Confederation is a global not-for-profit membership organisation dedicated to promoting and developing opportunities for the youth, student and educational travel industry.

As the world's most powerful network of youth and student travel professionals, connecting key industry players with decision makers and government officials is what we do best.

Trusted members of WYSE Travel Confederation are recognised in their market as leaders in youth, backpacking, educational and student travel. Their activities are consistent with our strict codes of conduct.

60 Years of Promoting Youth Travel

After having the same mission for the past 60 years, in March this year the mission was updated "to contribute to the personal and professional growth of students and young people and positively impact our global community by fostering international understanding, responsible international travel, cultural exchange and education". 

Our founding organisations - the Federation of International Youth Travel Organisations (FIYTO) and the International Student Travel Confederation (ISTC) - were formed just after World War II to inspire young people through international travel and to help remove cultural barriers.

This mission remains just as vital and relevant today. More than ever before, young people must equip themselves with the international skills necessary for today's global economy. Affordable access to work, study and travel opportunities is a vital part of their education and personal development.

WYSE Travel Confederation was formed in 2006 when FIYTO and ISTC merged to create a stronger united body to represent the global youth travel industry. The Confederation is therefore built on decades of industry experience and is bound together by a trusted global community.