The Global Fund for Children (GFC) is currently accepting applications for its Youth Leadership Council (YLC). This volunteer opportunity brings together young changemakers from around the world to collaborate, provide strategic input, and advocate for child and youth-focused solutions in partnership with GFC.

About the Global Fund for Children

Global Fund for Children is a nonprofit organization that works with grassroots partners to promote the rights and well-being of children and youth around the world. Since its founding in 1997, GFC has directed over $51 million to more than 900 community-based organizations, positively impacting more than 11 million children and young people.

Youth Leadership Council Overview

The Youth Leadership Council serves as a dynamic, global platform for youth to help shape GFC’s strategies and practices. Council members offer input on various aspects of the organization’s work, including programming, communications, equity initiatives, and more.

Primary Roles of the YLC Include:

• Providing strategic feedback to help GFC decentralize power and foster youth-led action

• Promoting mutual learning and growth between young leaders and GFC staff

• Offering ideas and insights that inform and amplify GFC’s advocacy for children and youth

Position Details

• This is a volunteer role, not a paid position. However, financial assistance is available to support participation, and members will receive recognition as agreed with GFC.

• The standard term is two years, with flexibility to accommodate personal or professional schedules.

• Members are expected to dedicate approximately 5 hours monthly to Council activities.

Expected Commitment

• Council Meetings: Conducted every two months online (1.5 hours per session)

• Strategic Engagements: Quarterly meetings with GFC leadership to advise on organizational direction

• Involvement in Key Areas: Members contribute to specific areas within GFC’s operations, such as safeguarding, advocacy, or regional initiatives

Focus Areas for Member Engagement

Council members will collaborate in at least one area, selected based on personal interests:

• Communications and Campaigns: Working with GFC’s marketing team on messaging and outreach

• DEIA and Safeguarding: Supporting equity and safety in organizational practices

• Local and Regional Advocacy: Connecting with regional partners to uplift youth-led efforts

• Additional opportunities may arise throughout the term

🗓️ Application Period:

• Opens: June 6, 2025

• Closes: June 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM (UTC+5:45)

Scroll down below for more details and click  on the official link attached below to apply for this opportunity.