Overview

The UNICEF Young Pasifika Wayfinders 2026 programme offers adolescent boys across the Pacific a unique opportunity to engage in youth advocacy and contribute to programmes that impact children and communities.

Eligibility

Open to adolescent boys aged 15 to 19 years.
Applicants must be from one of the following UNICEF Pacific Island countries: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, or Vanuatu.
Young people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Training and mentorship from regional experts in youth advocacy, public speaking, and leadership.
Workshops on key topics such as mental health, digital safety, gender equality, and social impact.
Participation in regional and national events, collaboration with youth networks, and contribution to wide-reaching campaigns.
All programme-related costs covered including travel, accommodation, meals, and visas for in-person workshops.
Opportunities to strengthen confidence, expand networks, and gain hands-on experience in advocacy and community engagement.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should review the programme details and eligibility criteria before completing the application form. Shortlisted candidates under the age of 18 will need to provide parental or guardian consent. Selected participants must commit to the full duration of the programme, which runs for approximately 18 months. Learn more and apply on the official UNICEF Pacific Islands website.