JA Worldwide Launches World Youth for Action

June 23, 2026

Young people are already shaping their communities. World Youth for Action aims to help them shape the systems and policies that affect their future. JA Worldwide's new flagship, multi-year youth advocacy initiative will equip youth ages 16–29 with the skills, networks, and opportunities to become effective advocates and changemakers at the local, national, and global levels.

Applications are now open for the first Youth Advocate Certification Program, a six-week virtual learning experience for 50 participants worldwide. Youth will build advocacy, communication, and leadership skills, earn a credential, gain opportunities to contribute on a global stage, and become eligible to apply for a full-ride scholarship to attend the World Youth for Action Summit in New Delhi, India, this November. Learn more and apply at worldyouthforaction.org.