Max Thabiso Edkins Youth Ambassador Program

The Max Thabiso Edkins Youth Ambassador Program 2026 is a six‑month online leadership and climate action program that empowers young changemakers from around the world to learn, act, network, and engage on global development and sustainability challenges.

Benefits include:

• Learning from World Bank experts on energy, water, agribusiness, gender equality, health, tourism, and digital innovation
• Acting through campaigns like Health Works, Mission300, Empowering Women, and AgriConnect
• Networking with peers and professionals across regions
• Engaging in a global alumni community (600+ past ambassadors)

Strictly non‑monetary — no funding provided, focus is on knowledge, skills, and networks.

• Ages 20–30
• Studying, entering the job market, or building a career in relevant sectors
• Interest in advancing sustainable growth in energy, water, agribusiness, gender equality, health, tourism, or digital innovation
• Passion for sustainability, green jobs, and community impact
• Commitment to collaboration and global exchange
• Previous ambassadors and current World Bank Group employees not eligible
• AI‑generated application responses strictly prohibited
• Unspecified