Become a Voice for Agrifood Transformation: Apply to the WFF Youth Representatives Programme 2025

Application Deadline: August 10, 2025

The World Food Forum (WFF) Youth Representatives Programme is now accepting applications for its second 2025 cohort. This is an outstanding opportunity for passionate, young changemakers to take part in reshaping global agrifood systems through inclusive, youth-driven advocacy, innovation, and policy dialogue.

In an era where food security and climate resilience are at the forefront of global challenges, it’s critical to ensure meaningful youth participation in the development and implementation of agrifood policies. The WFF, through its Global Youth Action Initiative, is championing this cause by empowering youth across the world to contribute their voices and solutions.

Why the Youth Representatives Programme Matters

Through the WFF Youth Representatives Programme, selected individuals become a vital part of the WFF Youth Assembly—the central platform for youth engagement, policy input, and leadership in agrifood systems transformation. The programme amplifies youth voices at local, national, and global levels, ensuring that policy recommendations are grounded in real community needs and experiences.

The initiative is designed to:

• Foster youth leadership by positioning young representatives in decision-making spaces.
• Mobilize innovative, youth-led solutions for sustainable and inclusive agrifood systems.
• Promote equitable representation, with a focus on youth from underrepresented regions such as the Global South, Indigenous communities, smallholder farmers, and marginalized groups.

Youth Representatives actively engage in workshops, consultations, and events throughout the year, culminating in their participation at the WFF’s flagship global gathering from 10 to 17 October 2025.

What You’ll Gain as a WFF Youth Representative

Participants will:

• Contribute to global dialogues as panelists, discussants, and contributors, shaping key outcomes of the Youth Assembly.
• Influence youth-centric policies by drafting and reviewing policy statements and technical documents.
• Promote local impact by supporting community-level initiatives through WFF National Youth Chapters.
• Foster collaboration by connecting with youth across regions to address shared challenges in food, agriculture, and environmental sustainability.

Whether you are part of a youth-led organization, a student, a young farmer, or an advocate with lived experience, this programme equips you to take your activism to the global stage.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must:

• Be between 18 and 35 years old throughout their term.
• Be affiliated with a relevant youth network or community, or have a strong interest in agrifood systems, climate, or sustainable development.
• Show commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrate intercultural and international communication skills.
• Have experience in youth organizations, academic delegations, government representation, or community advocacy.

Special consideration is given to young women, Indigenous youth, and underrepresented groups. Current members of the WFF Young Scientists Group or Youth Policy Board are not eligible.

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Expectations and Responsibilities

WFF Youth Representatives are expected to:

• Participate in at least two regional consultations aligned with their region of expertise.
• Engage in two thematic sessions based on their knowledge areas.
• Contribute to youth reports and policy documents, providing timely and insightful feedback.
• Actively promote programme activities via social media.
• Engage with local WFF chapters to drive grassroots action.

After each engagement, participants must submit reflection statements to share insights and recommendations.

How to Apply

Applications are currently open until August 10, 2025. The selection process is led by the WFF Youth Assembly Secretariat, which evaluates applicants based on their experience, regional relevance, and commitment to inclusive advocacy.

Selected candidates will join the programme for a one-year term, with possibilities for continued engagement in WFF activities.

Take Action—Apply Now!

This is your opportunity to be part of a global movement shaping the future of food. If you are ready to raise your voice and take action for a fairer, more sustainable world, don’t miss your chance.

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