2026 Youth Leadership Council for FIFA World Cup Host Cities

The Centre for Sport and Human Rights, in collaboration with UNICEF USA, is worked up to announce the opening of functions for the 2026 Youth Leadership Council (YLC). This initiative is related to the upcoming FIFA Men’s World Cup 2026 (FWC26) and goals to interact passionate youth from host cities throughout Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

What is the Youth Leadership Council?

The Youth Leadership Council is a singular alternative for younger folks aged 15–17 who reside in FWC26 host cities to take part in shaping the legacy of the event. The council empowers youth to:

• Advocate for systemic change in sport
• Connect with fellow youth leaders throughout North America
• Provide suggestions for their communities

Who Should Apply?

The YLC is wanting for younger people who:

• Have demonstrated management expertise and ambitions
• Are passionate in regards to the intersection of sport and human rights
• (Preferred however not required) Have expertise serving on a youth council or comparable management group

What Will YLC Members Do?

Council members will:

• Attend a half-day on-line coaching workshop in Fall 2025
• Meet quarterly (just about) by Summer 2026
• Engage with metropolis leaders to study FWC26 planning and share youth views
• Host at the least one group outreach occasion of their metropolis to assemble native youth voices
• Present findings and experiences to the YLC and host metropolis officers
• Provide enter on a closing report of suggestions for host cities and occasion organizers

Why Join?

YLC members will obtain:

• A $500 USD stipend
• Leadership growth coaching
• Networking alternatives with Generation 2026 Athlete Ambassadors
• The probability to attend CSHR’s Advisory Council conferences that includes international consultants
• Coverage by Generation 2026 Youth Media Forward reporters
• Opportunities to construct lifelong friendships with friends throughout the three host international locations

How to Apply

Nominations should be submitted by metropolis leaders through the hyperlinks under:

Deadline: June 30, 2025

Eligible Host Cities

United States:
Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle

Mexico:
Guadalajara, Mexico City, Monterrey

Canada:
Toronto, Vancouver

📄 Download the flyer for extra data in English and Spanish.

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