- Organized by the Arab Youth Center in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates.
- 100 Global Youth Water Envoys will be selected.
- Programme duration: September–December 2026.
- Expected commitment: 3–4 hours per week.
- Includes foundational and specialized training in water governance.
- Participants will join one of the six thematic interactive dialogue tracks of the 2026 UN Water Conference.
- Provides direct engagement with policymakers, international organizations, and sector experts.
- Selected participants may have the opportunity to participate in the 2026 United Nations Water Conference in Abu Dhabi, subject to programme arrangements.
- Applications must be completed in English.
Publish Date
8/1/2026
Application Deadline
8/13/2026
Opportunity Type
Fellowships
Publisher
Foras Khadra
Available Countries
All World, The Arab World, Palestine, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Yemen, Egypt, Sudan, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Mauritania, Djibouti, Somalia, Comoros
Description
The Global Youth Water Envoys Program is a global leadership, capacity-building, and diplomatic engagement fellowship launched by the Arab Youth Center in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates in preparation for the 2026 United Nations Water Conference, co-hosted by the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Senegal.
The programme aims to select and prepare 100 young water leaders from around the world to actively contribute to global water governance. Through specialized training, advanced learning pathways, and direct engagement with government delegations, international organizations, and decision-makers, participants will strengthen their leadership skills and contribute to the United Nations Water Conference and its interactive dialogues on the future of global water policy.
Details
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be 18–35 years old.
- Proficiency in English is required, as it is the working language of the programme.
- Demonstrated interest or experience in one or more of the following fields:
- Water governance
- Public policy
- Climate action
- Sustainability
- Innovation
- Finance
- Any other water-related field
- Commitment to actively participate throughout the programme.
- Willingness to represent youth voices within their communities.
- Selection is merit-based, with priority given to applicants from water-stressed regions, including Africa, the Arab region, and Asia-Pacific.
Opportunity Benefits
- Become part of a global network of 100 Youth Water Envoys.
- Receive training and mentorship from leading international experts in the water sector.
- Contribute to the development of the Global Youth Water Statement.
- Network with policymakers, international organizations, and global water leaders.
- Opportunity to participate in the 2026 United Nations Water Conference in Abu Dhabi.
- Join an international alumni network offering future collaboration and leadership opportunities.
- Gain practical experience in water diplomacy, global water governance, and international policymaking.
