WFF National Youth Chapter
Spain
About the WFF Spain Youth Chapter
Spain is a country deeply rooted in agriculture. Its diverse geography and climate enable rich agricultural production, making the sector a key part of the national economy. With a population of 48 million, the country faces both opportunities and pressing challenges from rural depopulation and climate change to recurring droughts that impact its agrifood systems.
The WFF Spain Youth Chapter was established to respond to these realities by empowering young people to lead the transformation of Spain's agrifood systems. Through collaborations, education and advocacy, the Chapter works closely with institutions, ministries and national stakeholders to drive sustainable change.
Vision
To build an inclusive, united platform where youth from across Spain can innovate, collaborate and lead agrifood systems transformation.
Objectives
- Empower youth action by increasing engagement across the agrifood systems value chain.
- Support young leaders in addressing agrifood systems challenges through collective action.
- Host inclusive national dialogues, like the Spanish Youth Food Forum, to reflect youth perspectives in global processes.
- Build strategic partnerships at national and international levels to strengthen youth-led solutions.
The WFF Spain Youth Chapter Team
The Chapter brings together young professionals from diverse fields across the country to lead the transformation of agrifood systems. Working in collaboration with key institutions and partners, the Chapter focuses on action, advocacy and youth empowerment. The Polytechnic University of Madrid has been instrumental in the Chapter's formation and continues to play a key role in driving its activities.
The team is structured into four working groups: Education, Policy and Advocacy, Partnerships, and Communication.
Presidency
The Presidency provides strategic direction and ensures the Chapter stays aligned with its mission. Focused on fostering collaboration and accountability, it coordinates internal processes, facilitates open dialogue and supports teamwork across all working groups.
Introducing the Presidency:
Education
The education group works with schools, universities and Model United Nations programmes to raise awareness about sustainable agrifood systems. Through workshops and tailored materials, it equips students with the knowledge to understand and act on food security, agricultural innovation and sustainability.
Introducing the Education working group leader:
Policy and Advocacy
The policy and advocacy group represents youth voices in national and international platforms, such as the Committee of the Parties (COP), the Spanish Youth Council and the WFF flagship event. It advocates for youth-inclusive policies and contributes to shaping national strategies.
Introducing the Policy and Advocacy working group leader:
Partnerships
The partnership group forges connections with other WFF National Youth Chapters, universities and organizations like the International Association of Students in Agriculture and Related Sciences (IAAS) and NextGen Ag Impact Network (NGIN). It collaborates with research institutions, farming organizations and private stakeholders to bridge the gap between theory and practice.
Introducing the Partnerships working group leader:
Communication
The communication group leads awareness campaigns and develops digital content to spotlight sustainable agrifood systems solutions. By showcasing local innovators and promoting youth-led initiatives, it amplifies youth voices and drives engagement across digital platforms.
Introducing the Communication working group leader:
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