World Food Forum (WFF) Young Scientists Group 2027

The WFF Young Scientists Group (YSG) was launched in 2022 with the aim of providing scientific evidence and technical knowledge to the various activities of the WFF Youth Initiative. The YSG provides a mechanism through which emerging researchers and scientists can contribute technical knowledge, evidence and research perspectives to OYWs work and, where relevant, to wider FAO and partner initiatives connected to youth and agrifood systems transformation.

• Table of Content
• About World Food Forum (WFF)
• World Food Forum Young Scientists Group
• Requirements for World Food Forum Young Scientists Group Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for World Food Forum Young Scientists Group
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About World Food Forum (WFF)

Launched in 2021, the World Food Forum (WFF) is an independent, youth-led global network of partners facilitated by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). It aims to spark a global movement that empowers young people everywhere to actively shape agrifood systems to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and a better food future for all. The WFF serves as the premier global forum to harness the passion and power of youth to identify solutions and incite positive action for agrifood systems. It aligns with the ... continue reading

World Food Forum Young Scientists Group

Application Deadline	29 Jan 2027
Type	Training
Sponsor	World Food Forum (WFF)
Gender	Men and Women

Requirements for World Food Forum Young Scientists Group Qualification

• Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years of age as of 31 December 2028;
• Education: Must have graduated or be enrolled in a graduate degree programme (master's or PhD) by the time of application;
• English proficiency: Have demonstrated proficiency in spoken and written English;
• Commitment: Must be able to dedicate up to 20 hours per month; and
• Eligibility restrictions: Cannot be FAO employees or immediate family of FAO employees.

Interview date, Process and Venue for World Food Forum Young Scientists Group

The selection process consists of three rounds:

Round 1: The WFF Youth Initiative team will review applications and score candidates based on eligibility and experience;

Round 2: A selection committee composed of FAO experts from different areas of work will further assess applications and create a shortlist. Candidates advancing to this stage will be asked to submit a letter of recommendation and a two-minute video explaining how they would contribute to the YSG; and

Round 3: Top candidates will be invited to interviews, with final selections based on interview performance and overall ranking.

The selection process will seek to ensure an appropriate balance of scientific and technical expertise, geographical and gender diversity, and disciplinary perspectives relevant to FAOs priorities.

Documents Required for Application

 

Updated CV (should highlight major work or research/innovation initiatives carried out or contributions made, list of scientific publications and products, list of presentations at conferences and seminars, soft skills, additional volunteer and professional experiences and/or any previous international experiences); 

Check also:
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship to Study in UK 2027/2028
Mandela Washington Fellowship for Africans 2027 (Fully Funded to USA)

Application Deadline

January 29, 2027

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to World Food Forum (WFF) on youth.world-food-forum.org to apply

For more Information, visit WFF Young Scientists Group (YSG)