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Youth Skills Hub
Youth Skills Hub

The Youth Skills Hub is a platform to provide youth with the necessary knowledge, skills and confidence to get into the workforce and actively shape agrifood systems to optimize human and planetary health.

YSH in spotlight

The Youth Skills Hub is structured around three complementary pillars:

The Online Library pillar provides a curated collection of resources to deepen technical knowledge on various aspects of agrifood systems. Featuring knowledge hubs, e-learning materials and the latest publications, it serves as a comprehensive one-stop shop for learning. Whether you are a student, researcher, or lifelong learner, this platform offers valuable tools to expand your expertise and stay informed. Users can access a diverse range of resources tailored to support their educational and professional growth.

Organizations are invited to submit resources by filling out this form. This space is intended for the submission of resources (e.g., recent publications, articles, books etc.) that align with the YSH guidelines and relevant career opportunities.

 

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Ready to explore exciting career opportunities within agrifood systems? This section connects job seekers with organizations that are actively hiring and provides valuable career insights from industry experts. Discover volunteer roles, internships and job openings with leading organizations, offering opportunities to apply your skills and advance your career in this dynamic and growing field.

Organizations are invited to submit career opportunities by filling out this form. This space is intended for the submission of resources (e.g., recent publications, articles, books etc.) that align with the YSH guidelines and relevant career opportunities.

 

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The Masterclasses pillar offers skill-oriented sessions throughout the year, providing guidance from experts on applying various skills to tackle global challenges. Covering topics such as FAO's "Four Betters" and more, these masterclasses feature experts from FAO and beyond. Participants gain new skills through interactive, hands-on and live learning experiences.

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