Call for Applications: UNICEF Youth Reference Group Membership

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UNICEF Kosovo, recognizing the vital role of young people in shaping their future, is inviting motivated adolescents and youth aged 15-24 to join the UNICEF Youth Reference Group (YRG). This group acts as a crucial bridge between young people and UNICEF, fostering dialogue, collaboration, and positive change in Kosovo.

Kosovo boasts the youngest population in Europe, with over 53% of its people under 25. While this youthful demographic presents significant opportunities for growth, it also faces challenges such as high youth unemployment and limited avenues for active citizenship. UNICEF in Kosovo is committed to providing inclusive platforms for youth engagement and empowerment, advocating for increased involvement in policy development, and supporting sustainable growth and personal advancement.

As a member of the YRG, you will play a pivotal role in amplifying the voices of young people within UNICEF Kosovo's internal processes and articulating youth concerns to relevant institutions. Your engagement will contribute to various domains relevant to UNICEF's programmes and initiatives, aligning with the institutional framework in Kosovo. Specific objectives of the YRG include:

1. Gathering insights from beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries of UNICEF programmes to inform programme development.
2. Identifying and representing the specific needs of vulnerable youth and advocating for their inclusion in UNICEF programmes.
3. Advocating for policy changes and reforms at local and national levels to address the needs and rights of young people, particularly those from marginalized backgrounds.
4. Facilitating collaboration and cooperation among UNICEF programmes through internal meetings and follow-up processes.
5. Engaging in outreach activities to raise awareness about UNICEF's work and mobilize support for youth-related initiatives.
6. Strengthening the youth agenda among public, private, and youth organizations to plan, prioritize, and address the needs of young people.
7. Identifying potential gaps and proposing adjustments to UNICEF programmes and partners.
8. Serving as positive role models for youth through active participation in various UNICEF activities.

If you are passionate about being the voice of your peers and contributing to youth advancement alongside UNICEF, we encourage you to apply.

To apply, fill out the UNICEF Youth Reference Group Application Form (google.com) by May 17, 2024.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages all adolescents and youth, irrespective of gender, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply. Former UNICEF youth programme beneficiaries (youth reference group members, youth-led project leaders, project team members, volunteers, and interns) are also encouraged to apply!

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