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Youth Policy Board

The Youth Policy Board (YPB) ensures that the Youth Assembly remains truly youth-led.  This independent group of changemakers, selected by young people, provides strategic direction for the WFF's Youth Initiative’s policy-related activities. This year the cohort has 34 young leaders.

Representing diverse regions and backgrounds, YPB members shape youth policy positions and recommendations on critical agrifood issues. They lead regional initiatives and advocate for youth voices at global policy fora. Their work spans key topics including biodiversity conservation, climate-resilient agrifood systems, sustainable land and water management, bioeconomy, desertification, forestry, livestock, fisheries, aquaculture, nutrition and SDG 2 (Zero Hunger).

YPB members play a pivotal role in developing policy recommendations for the WFF, informed by inclusive global and regional consultations. These recommendations are compiled into policy compendia, guiding year-round youth-led advocacy efforts.

We are excited to welcome the 2025-2026 cohort of young leaders, who will drive meaningful change in agrifood systems. Stay tuned for updates on their initiatives and impact.

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Listen to the Members of the YPB

Youth Policy Board: Solutions in Action – Part 1

In this episode, Youth Policy Board members Andile Mnguni, Joko Tri Rubiyanto, Mikayla Hyland-Wood, Mohammed A. Mahjoub and Nada Zammel discuss the Global Youth Action Plan 2025-2026, discussing regional priorities and their vision for transforming agrifood systems.

Youth Policy Board: Solutions in Action – Part 2

In this episode, Youth Policy Board members Marilena Bachmeier and George Platt, along with David Giles from the WFF Youth Team, discuss the Global Youth Action Plan 2025–2026, focusing on regional priorities and their vision for transforming agrifood systems.

News

WFF Youth Initiative welcomes the fourth cohort of the Youth Policy Board
30/06/2025

In May 2025, the World Food Forum (WFF)'s Global Youth Action Initiative (Youth Initiative) officially welcomed the fourth cohort of its Youth Policy...

Meet the Youth Policy Board Selection Committee
30/06/2025

In December 2024, the World Food Forum (WFF)'s Global Youth Action Initiative (Youth Initiative) launched its annual application call for young leaders...

Planting hope in the time of crises: Youth reclaim the future of food
27/06/2025

The World Food Forum (WFF) Global Youth Action Initiative (Youth Initiative) is pleased to share a reflection by Youth Policy Board (YPB) member Elif...

Intergenerational policy dialogue on empowering young women in agrifood systems
26/06/2025

The World Food Forum (WFF)'s Youth Assembly is extending an invitation for youth worldwide, interested in gender equality and women's empowerment, to...