World Youth Festival (@wyffest)

Не боимся ночи с программой БРИКС+ #тренд #международныеотношения #тынебойсяночи #иностранец

You don't have to be born in Russia. Sometimes it's enough to learn a few unwritten rules people live by here 😉 In our new series, The Russian Way, we introduce you to the habits, traditions, and little quirks of everyday life in Russia. If you're visiting the country for the first time, this will…

“Gangnam Style” or the BRICS+ program? What if we do both? 😄 Our participants are proving that a mentoring program doesn’t get in the way of staying on trend. They learn from experts, come up with projects, pitch them, and still find time to film trends videos and dance. Because growing is easier…

How did the first day of the internship go for participants of the BRICS+ Youth Mentoring Program? 🟢 At the Agency for Strategic Initiatives, the 13 best participants from 9 countries presented their projects, ranging from a device for rescuing miners to Arctic research technologies and AI-powered…

I'm not me without you… 💔 When the internship program for participants of the BRICS+ International Youth Mentorship Program steals your heart. 🥰 We can already feel these days will stay with us for a long time!

☃️ It's snow crunching under your boots and a hot mug of tea in your hands. Windows fogging up from the warmth, the street smelling like tangerines, and Grandma shouting after you: "Put your hat on!" In winter, everything in Russia becomes a little more magical: lights on the Christmas trees, snow…

13 young talents from 9 countries have started their internship in Moscow ❤️ This became possible thanks to WYFD and the BRICS Women’s Business Alliance, who launched this one-of-a-kind program together. The most active participants were selected from those who had completed the online modules of…

Parks with wet leaves, trams with fogged-up windows, bakeries that make the whole street smell like fresh bread, and the first snow that makes everyone pull out their phones ❄️ Show us what your November looks like: send a photo or video in our DMs, and we'll put the best ones together in a…

A late-night text, a long voice note or a trip to visit a friend — international friendships make everyday moments special. A time difference becomes a reason to text, a new language brings you closer, and a holiday turns into a long-awaited reunion. 🔹🔹🔹Swipe through and see if you can relate. Do…

You’ve probably played Tetris at least once in your life! 🎮🧩 But did you know this legendary game was invented in Russia? 🖥 Back in 1984, Soviet programmer Alexey Pajitnov created Tetris in Moscow. What started as a simple puzzle game soon became a worldwide phenomenon, loved by millions of…

Mexico, you’re stealing our hearts already! 🇲🇽 Our WYFD delegation has received such a warm welcome from our Mexican friends, and the adventure is just getting started! 🌎 Next up: the 10th FELAPEREACU International Meeting in Puebla, meetings with our partners, and exciting discussions about…

Fall in Russia just hits different! 🍂🇷🇺 Golden leaves, cozy streets, and Moscow looking like something straight out of a movie! 🍁 We filmed this little autumn video just for you, so you can experience the beauty of Moscow in the fall! 👀 And if you look closely, you might even spot a few glimpses…

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🌌 Emerald-green auroras lit up the night sky above Borodino Field and Cheboksary, offering a spectacular sight across parts of Russia. ➡️📲 @Окно в Россию

When a Russian song makes everyone feel a little French! 🇫🇷🥐😂 “На мне французский le parfum” is going viral on Russian TikTok, inspiring hilarious memes about French stereotypes! And of course, we had to adapt this trend in our own style! 🇷🇺✨ How do you like our version? 👀

New trends dropping soon 🔥

21 Russian cities are competing for the title of the Youth Capital of Russia 2027! 🇷🇺 From St. Petersburg to Yakutsk, each city has its own culture, history, and unique vibe. But which one deserves the title? 🌍 Even if you’ve never been to Russia, you can show your support for the city you’d love…

POV: Autumn in Moscow hits different when Cheburashka is your travel buddy! 🍁 🧡 Golden leaves, cozy streets, and the last warm days of October. We’re making the most of every moment together! Who needs summer when you’ve got Cheburashka by your side? 💐

Can we go back to September 11? 🥹❤️ It’s been exactly one month since IFY–2026 ended in Ekaterinburg, and we’re still not over it! We miss those breakfasts together, running into friends from all over the world, the crazy energy at the Expo, the atmosphere at the UrFU campus, and those random…

This is the side of Russia you don’t usually see on TV! 🇷🇺❤️ The people, the friendships, the warm welcomes, and the unforgettable moments. Our IFY–2026 Regional Program participants are sharing their own experiences and showing Russia through their eyes! 🌍 Huge shoutout to everyone sharing their…

There are three things you can watch forever: fire burning, water flowing… and IFY–2026 participants from around the world watching a show made just for them 🥹 Thank you for sending us such genuine, touching videos. It's all about the moment — and you get that 🫶🏻 #ify2026 #wyf #russia #мфм2026 #rec

The Festival is over, but we’re just getting started! 🌍✨ The IFY–2026 brought the world together in Ekaterinburg. Now, it’s time to keep exploring it! 💡 From international opportunities and youth events to cultures, traditions and languages from around the world — we’ve got so much more to share…

We keep receiving thousands of thank-you messages in texts and videos 💌 Every one of them warms our hearts! One of these videos came from Kiambote Belandina, a participant of the IFY–2026. Thank you for sharing your emotions! 🩷 And today, we want to thank all of you too: everyone who came to…

Different on the outside, one rhythm inside 🎶 #MyIFY #ify2026 video by @натариус 💚🩷💛

Greetings for Vladimir Putin are still arriving from every corner of the world 🌏 IFY–2026 participants are recording heartfelt videos and sharing warm words. They say thank you for the chance to come to Ekaterinburg, meet new friends, and be part of something they will never forget ✨