HOW TO JOIN THE FORUM

HOW TO JOIN THE FORUM

Current Vacancies

Join the Youth Climate Diplomacy Forum as a Communications & PR Member!

Are you passionate about climate action and skilled in communication?

Your responsibilities would include:

  •  Support the development and implementation of communication strategies.

  •  Create and manage social media content to promote YCDF’s activities.

  •  Assist in building relationships with stakeholders and media outlets.

  •  Contribute to drafting press releases and responding to media inquiries.

  •  Help monitor and analyze communication metrics to refine strategies.

  •  Write articles to be published in the Forum's website 

Commitment:

  • Approx. 8 hours monthly, with flexibility for key moments.

  • Committing to a two-year apprenticeship

  • Attending monthly online meetings to discuss progress, issues, and initiatives.

  • Preparing and presenting updates on individual or group projects during the monthly meetings.

  • Collaborating with other forum members to design and implement cross-border awareness campaigns on climate change.

  • Contributing ideas and strategies for effective campaign execution, targeting diverse audiences across borders.

Join the Youth Climate Diplomacy Forum as a Policy & Advocacy Member!

Are you passionate about shaping climate policy and advocating for sustainable solutions?

Your responsibilities would include:

  • Assist in the development and implementation of policy and advocacy strategies.

  • Research and identify areas of weakness in existing climate and youth policies.

  • Support the creation of impactful advocacy campaigns and messaging.

  • Contribute to YCDF Policy Position Papers and write articles for the Forum’s website.

  • Monitor policy developments and trends relevant to YCDF’s mission.

  • Collaborate with other forum members to promote policy changes and design cross-border awareness campaigns.

  • Share opportunities for advocacy within national decision-making frameworks.

Commitment:

  • Approx. 8 hours monthly, with flexibility for key moments.

  • Commit to a two-year apprenticeship.

  • Attend monthly online meetings to discuss progress, issues, and initiatives.

  • Prepare and present updates on individual or group projects during meetings.

  • Work collaboratively on strategies targeting diverse audiences across Southeast Europe.

Who can become a Member?

  • Climate action experts aged 18-35

    To be eligible to participate, applicants must fall within the age range of 18-35 years of age at the time of the application.

  • Expertise in climate action

    Members must be youth experts or a youth leaders on climate action, with relevant experience and/or credentials.

  • Originate or be a citizen of an SEE economy

    Volunteers must originate from or be citizens of any of the following economies: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, and Turkey.

  • Have support of a Governmental Institution/NGO/ University

    You must be backed or supported by a recognised Governmental Institution, NGO, or University in order to take part.

FAQs: Member Responsibilities

How long is the membership for?

Committing to a two-year apprenticeship

Do I have to attend meetings? What would these look like?

Yes, you have to attend monthly online meetings with the national board to discuss progress, issues, and initiatives. Your responsibilities include:

  • Ensuring active participation and contribution to discussions during the monthly meetings.

  • Preparing and presenting updates on individual or group projects during the monthly meetings.

Can I work on more than one team/thematic?

Yes, one of your responsibilities with other forum members to design and implement cross-border awareness campaigns on climate change.

How can I contribute as a member?

Your responsibilities would include:

  • Contributing ideas and strategies for effective campaign execution, targeting diverse audiences across borders.

Can I attend the Annual Forum?

It is mandatory for all members to attend the Annual Forum, as well as:

  • Taking part in the planning and organization of the annual conference, including proposing topics, speakers, and activities.

  • Sharing insights and experiences gained from the annual conference with fellow forum members and the national board.

How does the Forum operate and how can I contribute?

We operate based on our Annual Plan (our strategic priorities for the year). You must contribute to this in the following ways:

  • Preparing and presenting the annual plan and report from the national board to the transnational board.

  • Ensuring that the annual plan aligns with the goals and objectives of the Youth Forum and addresses key priorities identified by the transnational board.

  • Providing comprehensive updates on the progress, achievements, challenges, and lessons learned during the implementation of the annual plan.

  • Collaborating with the transnational board to address any issues or concerns raised during the presentation of the annual report.

Who can become a Volunteer?

  • Climate action enthusiasts aged 18-35

    To be eligible to participate, applicants must fall within the age range of 18-35 years of age at the time of the application.

  • Passion in climate action

    Volunteers must be passionate about climate action and have some relevant experience or education on the topic.

  • Originate or be a citizen of an SEE economy

    Volunteers must originate from or be citizens of any of the following economies: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, and Turkey.