Call for Applications: Youth Human Rights Hub – Second Cohort: Apply Before 31 January 2026
The Youth Center for Dialogue and Peace (YCDP) is pleased to announce the call for applications for the second cohort of the Youth Human Rights Hub, an initiative designed to equip young leaders with the knowledge, skills, and networks needed to advance human rights and social justice within their communities and beyond.
At a time when fundamental freedoms, equality, and human dignity face growing challenges worldwide, the role of young people in defending and promoting human rights has never been more critical. The Youth Human Rights Hub responds to this need by offering a structured, supportive, and action-oriented platform for youth aged 18 to 35 who are committed to driving meaningful and lasting change.
About the Youth Human Rights Hub
The Youth Human Rights Hub is a dynamic learning and advocacy programme that aims to inspire, educate, and empower emerging human rights advocates. Through a combination of training, mentorship, and hands-on advocacy opportunities, the Hub supports participants in developing the capacity to address human rights challenges at local, national, and global levels.
The programme is grounded in the principles of dignity, equality, inclusion, and justice. It recognises young people not only as beneficiaries of human rights frameworks, but as essential actors and leaders in shaping more just and equitable societies.
What the Programme Offers
Participants selected for the second cohort will benefit from a comprehensive experience designed to strengthen both knowledge and practical skills.
Key components of the Youth Human Rights Hub include:
- Education and Training
- Interactive workshops and seminars on core human rights principles
- Learning sessions on advocacy strategies, policy engagement, and civic participation
- Capacity-building activities focused on leadership, communication, and ethical activism
- Mentorship and Networking
- Guidance from experienced human rights practitioners and experts
- Opportunities to connect with a diverse network of youth activists, civil society actors, and professionals
- Peer learning and collaboration across regions and backgrounds
- Advocacy and Action Opportunities
- Participation in youth-led advocacy campaigns
- Engagement in digital advocacy and awareness-raising initiatives
- Collaborative projects addressing real-world human rights issues
Key Focus Areas
The Youth Human Rights Hub centres its work on priority thematic areas that reflect pressing global and community-level challenges:
- Social Justice
Advancing equality, fairness, and inclusion across societies - Gender Equality
Promoting gender equity, challenging discriminatory norms, and supporting the rights of women and gender-diverse individuals - Freedom of Expression
Defending the right to speak freely, access information, and participate in public discourse - Access to Education
Advocating for inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all - Refugee and Migrant Rights
Upholding the dignity, protection, and fundamental rights of refugees and migrants
Participants are encouraged to explore these themes through an intersectional lens and to develop advocacy approaches that are context-specific and community-driven.
Who Should Apply
The Youth Human Rights Hub welcomes applications from motivated and committed young people aged 18–35 from diverse backgrounds and regions.
Ideal candidates include individuals who:
- Demonstrate a strong interest in human rights and social justice issues
- Are eager to learn, grow, and actively engage in advocacy work
- Seek to strengthen their leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
- Are committed to contributing to more equitable and inclusive societies
- Value dialogue, diversity, and peaceful approaches to social change
Prior professional experience in human rights is not mandatory; passion, commitment, and a willingness to engage meaningfully are key selection criteria.
Application Process and Deadline
Interested applicants are invited to submit their application through the official application link. Applications will be reviewed based on motivation, commitment to human rights values, leadership potential, and diversity of perspectives.
Selected participants will be notified following the evaluation process and provided with further details regarding programme structure and timelines.
About the Youth Center for Dialogue and Peace (YCDP)
The Youth Center for Dialogue and Peace (YCDP) is a Geneva-based non-governmental organisation dedicated to empowering young people to address global challenges through dialogue, education, and collaborative action. YCDP works internationally to promote youth leadership in peacebuilding, human rights, and sustainable development, with a strong emphasis on inclusion and youth-led solutions.
The Youth Human Rights Hub offers a unique opportunity to become part of a growing global community of young advocates committed to defending human dignity and advancing justice. Through shared learning and collective action, participants will contribute to shaping a more rights-based and equitable future.
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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the seeking organization. For any inquiries, please contact the responsible organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
