Applications are now being accepted for the WTO’s Young Trade Leaders Program, which aims to build a global network of Young Trade Leaders and improve youth awareness of the WTO’s role in international trade. The World Trade Institution (WTO) is the only worldwide organization that oversees international trade regulations between nations. Its fundamentals are WTO Agreements which are discussed, signed, and then adopted by parliaments in the majority of the trading states worldwide.
The primary objective of the WTO youth forum is to facilitate smooth and unrestricted trade flow. This WTO leadership program in Europe is a great opportunity for outstanding young people who know how trade can help people and the environment. Along with having the chance to learn about the organization’s activities and promote its objective, Young Trade Leaders will also contribute new perspectives and thoughts concerning the importance of trade and the WTO.
WTO Young Leaders Program will invite participants to attend WTO Public Forum which is a one-day in-person training program in Geneva in September. Young Leaders can benefit from the current training initiatives of WTO. They will get support from the WTO for organizing trade-related activities in their home countries. Participants can get guidance and mentorship from the WTO Secretariat. Learning and getting connected to prestigious organizations like the WTO is inspired by many young leaders. If you are one of them, apply now to grab this golden chance before the deadline approaches.
WTO Young Trade Leaders Program:
Host Country:
•Geneva, Switzerland.
Host Organization:
•WTO (World Trade Organization)
Program Location:
•Geneva
Duration of the Program:
•1 Year.
Benefits of the WTO Young Leaders Program in Geneva:
Selected participants will have a chance to:
•Acquire greater knowledge of international trade and the operations of the WTO.
•Post material on social media, blogs, podcasts, and articles about trade-related subjects.
•Participate in a one-day in-person training session at the WTO Public Forum located in Geneva in September.
•Participate in, lead, or oversee a session during the program.
•Get benefits from the WTO’s current training initiatives.
•Seek guidance and mentorship from the WTO Secretariat.
•Obtain assistance in planning WTO-related events in their home countries.
Eligibility Criteria for the Young Trade Leaders Program in Switzerland:
Applicants applying must:
•Be between the ages of 18 and 30 till the application deadline and should possess a keen
interest in global/international trade.
•Be a citizen of a country that is a member of WTO.
•Not be affiliated with himself/herself or any relative with WTO.
•Have good written and spoken English. (Knowing French or Spanish will be a plus point).
•Be aware of the importance of diplomacy.
•Demonstrate a readiness to accept different viewpoints.
•Be eager to increase awareness of trade-related issues and encourage constructive interaction.
•Be dedicated to completing the training program of 1 year from July – June.
Documents Required for the Young Trade Leaders Program:
•Updated CV of 2 pages only.
•Briefly introduce yourself, tell your interest in the program, and the impact you think to have as a Young Trade Leader in a video of 2-3 minutes.
•Answer the question “What does trade mean for you?” in not more than 300 words.
•Applications after the deadline will not be accepted.
•Valid passport to travel to Geneva.
