Department: Health Diplomacy Youth Network
Location: Remote
Designation: Health Diplomacy Youth Network (HDYN)- Member
Type of Employment: Voluntary (Unpaid)
Term: One year (renewable, subject to performance and continued relevance)
About the Health Diplomacy Youth Network (HDYN)
The Health Diplomacy Youth Network (HDYN) is a youth-led platform established to empower youth and enable their meaningful participation in health diplomacy at local, regional, and global levels.
The Network serves as a platform for young leaders to contribute to governance, policy formulation, and initiative development related to health diplomacy, global health, public health, human rights, and sustainable health solutions. HDYN promotes youth-led and youth-informed approaches to health equity, advocacy, and political commitment for health improvement, ensuring that young voices help shape the future of health.
Role Overview
HDYN members are youth representatives from diverse backgrounds, such as health, international relations, and environmental studies, who are interested in contributing their expertise, perspectives, and energy to advancing health diplomacy initiatives. Members participate in collaborative, policy-oriented, and advocacy-focused activities while upholding the values of inclusivity, neutrality, integrity, and non-discrimination.
Membership in HDYN is individual and voluntary.
Responsibilities
As an HDYN member, you will be expected to:
- Actively contribute to HDYN discussions, meetings, and activities (virtual and/or in-person as applicable)
- Support the development, implementation, and advocacy of youth-led health diplomacy initiatives and policies
- Provide youth perspectives on health equity, human rights, and sustainable health solutions
- Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including youth organizations, civil society, academia, governmental bodies, and international agencies
- Participate in working groups, consultations, or task teams established by the Network
- Promote the mission, values, and work of HDYN within your professional and community networks
- Uphold the principles of neutrality, integrity, inclusivity, and non-discrimination in all Network-related activities
- Maintain active engagement and meet agreed commitments during the membership term
Eligibility and Age Range
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Age Range: 18–35 years old at the time of application
- Graduated in international relations or a current student enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD program in international relations
- Demonstrated interest, commitment, or experience in health diplomacy, global health, public health, health policy, human rights, or related fields
- Open to youth from all geographical regions. We are an inclusive organization and welcome applications from people of all gender identities, abilities, with particular encouragement for those from underrepresented or vulnerable communities
Eligible individuals may be affiliated with (but are not limited to):
- Youth-led or youth-focused organization
- Educational or research institutions
- Non-governmental or community-based organizations
- Governmental bodies or parliaments
- International agencies or bodies
- Professional associations
- Philanthropic institutions
- Private sector entities with a commitment to advancing health
- Individuals may apply in their personal capacity or as designated representatives of organizations
What to Expect
- A collaborative, youth-driven, and international working environment
- Opportunities to contribute to real-world health diplomacy initiatives and policy discussions
- Professional development through exposure to global health and diplomacy processes
- Networking with youth leaders, experts, and institutions across sectors and regions
- A voluntary role with flexible time commitments, requiring consistent engagement and accountability
- A one-year membership term, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and continued relevance
Values and Conduct
HDYN members are expected to:
- Respect diversity of perspectives and experiences
- Avoid involvement in activities that conflict with health improvement or human rights
- Refrain from discrimination, exploitation, violence, or actions that undermine the values of the Network and the Alliance
- Maintain professional and ethical conduct at all times
Applications will be reviewed by the Bureau and the Advisory Committee on a rolling basis, and selected members will be appointed for a one-year term.