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?
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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.
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Expertise in climate action
Members must be youth experts or a youth leaders on climate action, with relevant experience and/or credentials.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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Passion in climate action
Volunteers must be passionate about climate action and have some relevant experience or education on the topic.
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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.