World Food Forum Youth Policy Board for Young Leaders – Apply Now

The World Food Forum (WFF), an initiative associated with the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), has opened applications for its 2027–2028 Youth Policy Board.

It is inviting young leaders worldwide to contribute to global discussions on food security, sustainable agriculture and agrifood systems transformation.

The Youth Policy Board provides a platform for young people to influence policy priorities, represent youth perspectives in international forums and help shape strategies for building more inclusive, sustainable and resilient food systems.

Selected members will work with other young leaders and relevant stakeholders to develop policy recommendations, conduct youth consultations and advocate for greater youth participation in decisions affecting agriculture and food security.

Benefits of the Programme

Successful applicants will have opportunities to:

• Contribute to international policy discussions on agriculture and food security.
• Develop leadership, advocacy and policy research skills.
• Engage with policymakers, researchers and youth organisations worldwide.
• Represent young people’s perspectives at relevant international conferences and forums.
• Collaborate with stakeholders working to transform global agrifood systems.

The opportunity focuses on leadership and policy engagement; the published information does not specify a salary or stipend.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be between 18 and 35 years old as of April 30, 2027.
• Be a national of a member country of the FAO.
• Have completed secondary education and be enrolled in or have completed a bachelor’s degree programme.
• Demonstrate C1-level proficiency in spoken and written English. Knowledge of other FAO official languages is an advantage.
• Have relevant experience, knowledge or a strong interest in agrifood systems, policy advocacy and youth empowerment.
• Be available to attend at least one weekly meeting and commit approximately 25 hours per month to board responsibilities.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in an international, multicultural environment.

Current or former members of the WFF Youth Policy Board or Young Scientists Group are ineligible. FAO employees and their immediate family members are also excluded. Applicants should consult the official terms of reference for the full requirements. <Cite refs={[“turn146646search3″,”turn146646search5”]}/>

How to Apply

Interested candidates should review the official Youth Policy Board Terms of Reference and complete the online application form.

Application portal: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=aMQ6Frir0ESB_dnbFeOvlhmWuHR4GmBIt5yI-R-lnlFUQ0tRVTNNUjQ0RzJJTTQwVzVSNERCOVc1OC4u

Application deadline: November 30, 2026, at 23:59 Central European Time (CET/Rome time).

Final selection results are expected to be announced by April 2027.

For enquiries, contact youth-assembly@fao.org.

Young leaders passionate about food security, sustainable agriculture and youth policy advocacy are encouraged to apply and contribute to shaping the future of global agrifood systems.