WTO Young Trade Leaders Program: Are you interested in learning about the world’s international trade?
The World Trade Organization is inviting young individuals to apply for its 2025 WTO Young Trade Leaders Program for an opportunity to learn about the organization’s work and play a role in advancing its mission.
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In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.
WTO Young Trade Leaders Program Abstract
WTO Young Trade Leaders Program Details
The Young Trade Leaders Programme aims to foster a better understanding of the WTO’s work and international trade among young people by creating a network of “Young Trade Leaders” around the world.
Young Trade Leaders will be exceptional young people who have a clear understanding of how trade can be of benefit to people and planet.
They will bring new perspectives and ideas about the role of trade and the WTO while also having the opportunity to learn about the organization’s work and play a role in advancing its mission.
Individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who have a strong interest in international trade are encouraged to apply.
WTO Young Trade Leaders Program Benefits
Selected WTO Young Trade Leaders will have the opportunity to:
- gain a greater understanding of the workings of the WTO and international trade
- publish articles, blogs, podcasts and social media content on trade-related topics
- attend an in-person one-day training programme at the WTO in Geneva
- contribute to and/or coordinate a session at the Public Forum 2024
- benefit from existing WTO training programmes
- benefit from WTO Secretariat advice and mentoring
- receive support when organizing WTO-related activities in their home countries.
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2025 WTO Young Trade Leaders Program Requirements
To be eligible for the 2025 WTO Young Trade Leaders Program, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
- be between the ages of 18 and 30 on the closing date for applications with a strong interest in international trade
- be a citizen of a WTO member
- neither currently affiliated with the WTO, nor have a relative who is currently WTO-affiliated
- able to demonstrate a good level of written and spoken English – knowledge of a second WTO working language (French or Spanish) is an asset
- attuned to the need for diplomacy, show a willingness to respect diverse perspectives, willing to foster understanding of trade issues and promote constructive dialogue
- committed to participate fully throughout the one-year programme (July 2024-June 2025).
Required Documents for WTO Young Trade Leaders Program
While applying for the 2025 WTO Young Trade Leaders Program, you will be required to submit the following documents;
- CV (no more than two pages)
- 2-3 minute video in which they briefly introduce themselves, express their interest in the programme and explain the impact they hope to have as a Young Trade Leader
- a written contribution (max. 300 words) answering the following question: What does trade mean for you?
How To Apply for WTO Young Trade Leaders Program
To apply for the WTO Young Trade Leaders Program, follow the instructions we have outlined below;
- Read all the details we have provided on this webpage
- Gather all required documents and name them accordingly
- Send your application by email to YTL@wto.org
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