Care About Climate Launches NDC Youth Ambassador Program Spring 2026 with Stipend Support
Care About Climate invites young leaders from selected countries to join the Spring 2026 NDC Youth Ambassador Program. Participants will analyze national climate commitments and receive a $100 stipend. Deadline: 1 April 2026.
Introduction
Care About Climate has opened applications for its Spring 2026 NDC Youth Ambassador Program, an initiative designed to empower young people to actively participate in global climate policy discussions. The programme offers selected youth the opportunity to analyze their country’s climate commitments under the Paris Agreement while contributing to a broader effort to include intergenerational and gender perspectives in climate decision-making.
The programme will run from 6 April to 11 May 2026, and successful applicants will receive training and a $100 USD stipend for their participation. Applications close at 5:00 PM GMT on 1 April 2026, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
About the NDC Youth Ambassador Program
The NDC Youth Ambassador Program is designed to strengthen youth participation in climate governance. Countries that are signatories to the Paris Agreement submit Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), which outline their commitments to reducing emissions, adapting to climate impacts, and supporting climate finance.
While many institutions evaluate these NDCs, fewer initiatives analyze them from a youth and feminist perspective. Care About Climate seeks to address this gap by involving young people directly in the review process. The programme promotes inclusive climate governance by incorporating intergenerational insights and gender considerations into policy evaluation.
Participants will be tasked with reviewing their own country’s NDC and providing analysis that reflects youth priorities and perspectives. This ensures that local voices are amplified in global climate conversations.
Programme Duration and Commitment
Selected ambassadors will commit approximately five weeks to the programme. During this period, participants will:
- Attend training sessions on NDC analysis
- Review their country’s climate commitments
- Apply a gender and intergenerational lens to the analysis
- Submit their findings by the programme deadline
The structured timeline allows participants to gain meaningful experience while balancing other responsibilities.
Stipend and Training
To support participation, Care About Climate offers:
- A $100 USD stipend upon completion
- Training on analyzing NDCs
- Guidance on gender and youth-focused policy review
- Access to a global youth climate network
These benefits aim to make participation accessible while building participants’ policy analysis skills. 🌍
Eligible Countries
Applicants must be from or currently living in one of the following locations:
- Dominican Republic
- Liberia
- European Union
- Colombia
- Turkey
- Switzerland
- Mexico
- Thailand
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Mali
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Vanuatu
- Costa Rica
- Australia
- El Salvador
- Ukraine
- Philippines
- China
- Tuvalu
- Republic of Korea
- Nepal
Participants may only analyze the NDC of the country where they reside or originate from. This ensures authenticity and local knowledge in the evaluation process.
Who Should Apply
The programme is ideal for young individuals who:
- Are interested in climate policy and advocacy
- Want to influence national climate commitments
- Are passionate about youth representation in decision-making
- Seek experience in policy analysis
- Can commit to the full programme timeline
Importantly, prior experience in climate policy is not required. While knowledge of climate action is helpful, the training provided ensures accessibility to participants from diverse backgrounds.
Programme Requirements
To participate successfully, applicants must:
- Be from one of the listed countries
- Commit to attending training sessions
- Complete the NDC analysis within the programme timeframe
- Submit original work (AI-generated content is not permitted)
The programme emphasizes authenticity and encourages applicants to contribute their own perspectives.
Why This Programme Matters
Youth participation in climate policy remains limited, despite young people being among the most affected by climate change. The NDC Youth Ambassador Program creates an avenue for youth voices to influence national commitments.
By incorporating gender and intergenerational perspectives, the initiative promotes more inclusive climate strategies. Participants gain valuable policy analysis experience while contributing to meaningful global climate action. 🌱
The programme also connects ambassadors to an international network of young climate leaders, strengthening collaboration and knowledge sharing across regions.
Application Deadline and Contact
- Application Deadline: 1 April 2026 (5:00 PM GMT)
- Programme Dates: 6 April – 11 May 2026
- Contact Email: [email protected]
- Additional Information: NDCEquityTracker.org
Applicants are encouraged to review the programme timeline carefully before applying to ensure full participation.
Conclusion
The Spring 2026 NDC Youth Ambassador Program by Care About Climate offers a unique opportunity for youth to engage directly in climate policy evaluation. With training, stipend support, and global networking opportunities, participants will gain valuable experience while contributing to more inclusive climate governance. Eligible candidates should submit their applications before 1 April 2026 to join this impactful initiative.
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