Deadline: May 12, 2026
Applications are open for the World Literacy Foundations Youth Ambassador Program 2026. The World Literacy Foundation’s Youth Ambassador Program is a global community that is built on Youth Power for Literacy. They empower youth aged 16–25 to lead, connect globally, and take action.
They firmly believe that young people’s voices, vision, and drive are essential to tackling illiteracy. From June to September 2026, they will empower 1000 passionate young leaders from 60 countries to become local leaders for literacy and unite in a global effort to ensure every child has the opportunity for literacy.
Through dynamic, youth-led online modules, creative collaboration, and hands-on advocacy, these 1000 Ambassadors will become literacy advocates, activists, and community organisers in their own neighbourhoods and beyond. Each participant will discover what it truly means to spark meaningful change-on a local and global level.
Benefits
- Take on a volunteer role within a global organization to advocate for literacy
- Gain leadership, advocacy, communication, fundraising, and PR skills
- Make a positive impact on the education of vulnerable children
- Join a network of change-makers that are motivated to eradicate illiteracy
- Have your voice heard through WLF website, social media and mainstream media
- Provide innovative, creative solutions to combat illiteracy globally
Eligibility
They are looking for young people who meet the following criteria:
- Be 16-25 years old.
- Care deeply about literacy, education, human rights, and social impact
- Want to be part of a global community of young changemakers creating real impact
- Have access to a computer or smartphone and a reliable internet connection
- Are active on social media and excited to use their voice to advocate for literacy
- Can commit around 30 hours over the 3-month program to complete ambassador activities
- Are willing to support fundraising initiatives that help expand literacy programs worldwide
Application
Key dates of the program include:
- Applications Open: April 1, 2026
- Application Deadline: May 12, 2026
- Program Start Date: June 8, 2026
- Learning Modules: From June 15, 2026 to July 26, 2026
- Fundraising & Advocacy Activities: July 27 – Aug 30, 2026
- Celebration Week : August 31 – September 6, 2026
- Final Report Submission: Sep. 06, 2026
For more information, visit World Literacy Foundations Youth Ambassador Program.
