The Federal Youth Authority (FYA), in collaboration with Executive Councils across various emirates, has launched the applications process for membership in the eighth cycle of the Local Youth Councils for the 2027-2029 term.
The process forms part of the Authority’s ongoing efforts to broaden youth’s participation in the national development journey, engage young Emirati talents in developing initiatives and programmes, support the achievement of the National Youth Agenda 2031’s objectives, and strengthen Youth Councils’ role in developing leadership skills and enhancing social responsibility.
Local Youth Councils aim to empower young talents and enhance their contribution to achieving the objectives of the National Youth Agenda 2031. They seek to engage young people in designing and implementing youth initiatives and programmes, develop their capabilities in leadership and local and international representation, and enhance communication and cooperation between them and national authorities. This, in turn, facilitates the exchange of knowledge and expertise, enabling the development of innovative solutions that serve the community.
Criteria for applying for Local Youth Councils membership require the applicant to be a UAE national aged between 18 and 35. They must hold at least a high school diploma, possess distinct personal skills and capabilities, and be proficient in both Arabic and English.
Conditions also require that applicants have experience with being involved in impactful community contributions, along with broad general knowledge and an active interest in youth issues at both the local and international levels.
The Federal Youth Authority invites Emirati youth who meet the application criteria to register for Local Youth Councils membership for the 2027-2029 term using the official dedicated link (linktr.ee/emiratesyouth) by 23 October 2026. Doing so enables them to benefit from this national experience, where their ideas and capabilities contribute towards developing initiatives that serve the community and support the UAE’s development journey.
