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The Youth Ambassador for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights, Gender Equality and Bodily Autonomy (YASRHR) programme is a partnership between CHOICE for Youth & Sexuality and the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA). The program gives young people a voice and a platform to advocate for their sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) and for meaningful and inclusive youth participation (MIYP) in all areas of decision-making: national, regional and international. As YASRHR, you have a say in the MoFA's efforts in the field of SRHR and gender equality. You will ensure that the work of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is more in line with the reality of young people and use your role to promote SRHR, gender equality, and bodily autonomy for young people worldwide. You will build bridges between young people around the world and the MoFA, giving young people access to policy-making and enabling the Ministry to draw on the ideas, knowledge, and networks of young people and gain a better understanding of their experiences and perspectives.

As YASRHR, you will:
- Gather input from diverse youth in the Netherlands and abroad on SRHR and gender equality, through focus groups and direct conversations.

- Act as a bridge between young people and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, advising on policies, speeches, and strategies.

- Focus on one or two SRHR/gender equality themes and work toward concrete results.

- Represent youth perspectives at national and international events (e.g., UN conferences), in collaboration with the Ambassador for Women’s Rights and Gender Equality.

- Stay informed on global and national developments in SRHR, gender equality, and meaningful youth participation.

- Build and maintain networks with NGOs, activists, experts, and policymakers.

- Work together with the Ministry’s ambassadors and staff on youth participation, SRHR, and gender equality.

- Raise awareness and visibility of SRHR, gender equality, and youth participation via social media, events, and publications.

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You are between 18 and 27 years old. It is a requirement that you are available until the end of December 2026
for an average of 16 hours per week. You must live in the Netherlands until the end of December 2026 and have
a Dutch passport.

Required skills and competencies
• You are passionate about SRHR, gender equality, and freedom of choice
• You are interested in national and international politics and the work of the United Nations
• You can reflect on policy and your own actions
• You can collaborate with people from different (cultural) backgrounds
• You are a good and clear presenter and communicator
• You enjoy networking and meeting new people
• You speak and write English fluently

Required knowledge and experience
• You have basic knowledge of SRHR, gender equality, or freedom of choice and/or youth participation.
• You have experience or interest in working with young people from different backgrounds and
perspectives.
A passion for SRHR and gender equality is more important than a specific education or degree!