AYFICE COP31 Youth Delegate Program 2026

The AYFICE COP31 Youth Delegate Program invites young Australians to participate in the UNFCCC COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye, by providing financial support, mentorship, networking opportunities, and capacity-building activities. Selected delegates will represent AYFICE and contribute to climate action discussions, complete an associated COP31 project, and access on-the-ground mentoring from AYFICE and other climate leaders. The program includes funding for travel, accommodation, insurance, a daily stipend, and professional development opportunities before, during, and after the conference.

Financial assistance to attend COP31, return airfare, accommodation, travel insurance, daily stipend, mentorship, professional development, and opportunities to present or shadow negotiators.

Applicants must be Australian citizens aged 18-35 and must be able to attend COP31 for at least one week; previous climate-related work or volunteering is desirable but not mandatory.

Applicants must complete the AYFICE application form with personal, travel and eligibility information and long-answer responses.