Young innovators working to transform agrifood systems through bioeconomy solutions are invited to participate in a new global call for case studies launched by the World Food Forum (WFF) Youth Assembly in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

The initiative seeks to identify, document, and showcase youth-led projects that are contributing to sustainable agrifood systems while promoting innovation, environmental sustainability, economic growth, and social inclusion.

About the Call

The global survey is designed to gather evidence and experiences from young people who are leading projects related to the bioeconomy and sustainable agrifood systems. Insights collected through the initiative will help highlight the contributions of youth, particularly young women, in developing innovative solutions that support sustainable development.

Selected case studies will contribute to a broader analysis aimed at informing future policy recommendations for decision-makers at international, regional, and national levels.

Eligible Projects

Submitted initiatives should:

• Focus on bioeconomy solutions linked to agrifood systems
• Address areas such as agriculture, forestry, fisheries, aquaculture, biodiversity, One Health, or related value chains
• Demonstrate innovation, measurable impact, or potential for scaling
• Be currently active or completed within the past five years
• Be led by youth or youth-centered organizations

Applicants are encouraged to provide supporting materials such as reports, websites, videos, social media campaigns, publications, or policy documents where available.

Language Requirements

Submissions are accepted in all six official United Nations languages:

• Arabic
• Chinese
• English
• French
• Russian
• Spanish

Application Process

The application form consists of six sections and requires approximately 15–20 minutes to complete. Applicants will be asked to provide information about:

1. Organization or individual details
2. Project description
3. Project impact and outcomes
4. Challenges and barriers encountered
5. Lessons learned and future opportunities
6. Optional supporting documents and resources

Young leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and organizations working at the intersection of bioeconomy and sustainable agrifood systems are encouraged to submit their initiatives and contribute to shaping future global policy discussions.

Don't miss out on the application deadline which is 1 July 2026.

Scroll down for more details and click on the official link attached to apply now.