Call for Applications: African Union Youth SRH Ambassadors Initiative

AUDA-NEPAD Youth SRH Ambassadors:
Energizing Africa through Health, Wellbeing, and Youth Leadership for Africa’s Future

About the Initiative

Africa’s future depends heavily on its youth—over 400 million young people aged 15–35 make it the largest youth population in history. By 2050, nearly 40% of the world’s youth will live in Africa. To harness this demographic dividend, deliberate investments in youth empowerment, health, governance, and leadership are essential.

Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) is a key priority, foundational to Africa’s economic development and critical to achieving Agenda 2063 Goal 18: “Engaged and Empowered Youth and Children.”

The African Union Youth SRH Ambassadors Initiative places young Africans at the forefront of this transformation. Guided by the Energize Africa Framework, it empowers youth to be co-creators of change—leading advocacy, educating peers, and connecting grassroots realities to continental priorities.

What Ambassadors Will Do

• Amplify flagship AUDA-NEPAD programs like Energize Africa and A2DSRH
• Raise awareness about the African Youth Charter, Maputo Protocol, and Demographic Dividend Roadmap
• Ensure youth perspectives influence Africa’s future policies and programs
• Participate in training, mentorship, and empowerment programs
• Engage with leaders, policymakers, and youth networks at regional and continental levels

Who Can Apply?

• Young Africans aged 18–35 (including diaspora)
• Demonstrated commitment to SRH advocacy and youth empowerment
• Strong digital presence and influence via social media, content creation, and campaigns
• Ability to mobilize peers and communities
• Representation across regions, genders, languages, and marginalized groups
• Knowledge of Agenda 2063 and key SRH instruments is a plus

Benefits of Being an Ambassador

• Recognition as an AUDA-NEPAD Youth SRH Ambassador
• Opportunities to elevate youth voices in global SRH dialogues
• Advocacy and exposure at regional and continental platforms
• Participation in capacity-building and leadership development
• Contribution to Africa’s Demographic Dividend legacy
• Sponsored participation in AUDA-NEPAD SRH and youth-related events

Ambassadors serve voluntarily; while there is no financial remuneration, the role offers valuable experience, skills development, and impactful contribution opportunities.

How to Apply

Submit your application via the official online form:
Apply Here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=J9DCCBXtyEWBqDoj-6kz5Ma3hJ7X0BBOhnMk7PuXeXdUQzkzNjNSVFE1QkRZUVNLSzhBS0I2NFNOUi4u&route=shorturl/?utm_source=yeshub.ng

Application Deadline: July 17, 2026

Join the movement to energize Africa’s youth and champion sexual and reproductive health for a prosperous future!