Applications are now open for the second cohort of the UN Food Systems Youth Leadership Programme (YLP).
If you are passionate about creating positive change and helping build more sustainable, equitable, and resilient food systems, you are encouraged you to apply.
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UN Youth Leadership Program empowers participants via training, networking, and mentorship to accelerate the transition toward sustainable, resilient global food systems.
In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.
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UN Youth Leadership Program Abstract
- Host: United Nation Food System Hub
- Category: Internships ||  Fellowships || Trainings Â
- Benefits: Full Scholarship
- Leadership Training
- Mentorship
- Networking
- Eligibility: All Countries
- Deadline: July 13, 2026
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UN Youth Leadership Program Details
The Youth Leadership Programme (YLP), led by the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub (the Hub) and supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), is seeking the next generation of young leaders committed to transforming food systems through systems leadership, collaboration, and innovation.
The YLP is more than a training programme. It is a leadership journey that equips participants with the skills, networks, and systems approaches needed to drive meaningful change within their communities, institutions, and countries.
Through peer learning, mentorship, collaboration with experts and UN partners, and practical leadership development, participants become part of a growing community working to shape more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient food systems.
UN Youth Leadership Program Benefits
For the UN Youth Leadership Program 2026,Participants will gain;
- Systems thinking and leadership skills
- Access to a global network of peers and experts
- Opportunities for collaboration and peer learning
- Practical tools to strengthen impact and influence
- Exposure to global food systems processes and partnerships
UN Youth Leadership Program Requirements
To be eligible for the UN Food Systems Youth Leadership Programme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Be proficient in English
- Be a national of a low- or middle-income country, particularly in Africa, Asia and the Pacific, or Latin America and the Caribbean
- Demonstrate experience in food systems, sustainable development, climate action, or related fields
- Have experience leading or contributing to initiatives within their community, organization, institution, or sector
- Be committed to participating fully in programme activities through 2028
Young farmers, entrepreneurs, policy advocates, researchers, science communicators, Indigenous and local community representatives, and civil society leaders are particularly encouraged to apply.
UN Youth Leadership Program 2026 Required Documents
While applying for the UN Food Systems Youth Leadership Programme (YLP) 2026, you will be required to submit the following documents;
- Your Passport Photograph
- Your CV and short biography
- Link to one relevant example of your work
- Referral letter containing the name, title, organization and email address of the referee who can speak to your work or engagement in food systems transformation.
How To Apply for UN Youth Leadership Program in Food System
To apply for the N Youth Leadership Program in Food System 2026, follow the instructions we have outlined below;Â
- Read the information we have provided on this webpage and ensure your eligibility
- Prepare the required documents
- Apply via the application form
- Apply before the deadline
Begin your application by clicking on the button below.
Deadline: July 13th, 2026
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