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World Food Forum Young Scientists Group 2027-2029 (FAO)

Young researchers can join FAO's World Food Forum Young Scientists Group to advise on food and agriculture policy and co-write a report on youth in agrifood systems.

Offered by World Food Forum (FAO) · Posted by SocialAct

About this opportunity

The Young Scientists Group is part of the World Food Forum, run by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) through its Office of Youth and Women. Members give research-based advice, review evidence, join technical consultations and help write a report every two years on youth in agrifood systems. They connect science with policy discussions. The role is voluntary and takes about 20 hours a month for two years (2027 to 2029). The deadline is 29 January 2027. Read the Terms of Reference on the World Food Forum website before applying.

When
2027 to 2029
Time needed
About 20 hours a month

What you get

  • Advise FAO on youth, science and food policy
  • Co-author a global report on youth in agrifood systems
  • Skills in science communication and policy work
  • A network of young scientists worldwide

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How to apply

Applications are handled by the organizer, World Food Forum (FAO). SocialAct doesn't make selection decisions.

Fill in the Young Scientists Group application form on the World Food Forum website before 29 January 2027.

  1. Check you qualifyUse the checklist above.
  2. Fill in the organizer’s formIt opens on youth.world-food-forum.org.
  3. Hear back from World Food Forum (FAO)They review applications and contact people they select.
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