{"id":67264,"date":"2025-11-22T11:41:43","date_gmt":"2025-11-22T11:41:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=67264"},"modified":"2025-11-22T11:41:43","modified_gmt":"2025-11-22T11:41:43","slug":"fully-funded-youth-delegates-for-isp-cwp-2026-in-geneva-travel-funding-accreditation-open-rapid-deadline","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=67264","title":{"rendered":"Fully Funded Youth Delegates for ISP-CWP 2026 in Geneva: Travel Funding &#038; Accreditation Open (Rapid Deadline!)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"439\">Are you 35 or under and passionate about chemicals, waste, pollution and environmental justice? You can now apply to join the <strong data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"352\">First Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution (ISP-CWP P1)<\/strong> in Geneva, Switzerland \u2014 with <strong data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"438\">travel funding support available for selected youth<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"684\">This open call is coordinated by the <strong data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"523\">Chemicals and Waste Youth Platform (CWYP)<\/strong> and the <strong data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"581\">Youth Science-Policy Interface (SPI) Platform<\/strong> to ensure that young people are directly involved in shaping this historic new UN science-policy body.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"708\">Quick Overview<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"1275\">\n<li data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"831\">\n<p data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"831\"><strong data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"722\">Event:<\/strong> First Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution (ISP-CWP P1)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"864\">\n<p data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"864\"><strong data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"844\">Dates:<\/strong> 1\u20136 February 2026<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"949\">\n<p data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"949\"><strong data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"880\">Location:<\/strong> Geneva International Conference Centre (CICG), Geneva, Switzerland<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"1054\">\n<p data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"1054\"><strong data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"970\">Who can apply:<\/strong> <strong data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"999\">Youth aged 35 or younger<\/strong> (individuals and youth organisation representatives)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1190\">\n<p data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1081\"><strong data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1079\">Support available:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1190\">\n<li data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1128\">\n<p data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1128\">Accreditation (badge) only \u2013 self-funded<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1190\">\n<p data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1190\">Accreditation <strong data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1155\">plus<\/strong> travel funding support (limited)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1275\">\n<p data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1220\"><strong data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1218\">Application deadline:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1275\">\n<li data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1275\">\n<p data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1275\"><strong data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1273\">23 November 2025, 23:59 UTC (RAPID DEADLINE)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1449\">\n<p data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1449\">Because deadlines are set by UNEP \/ the ISP-CWP Secretariat, this opportunity has a <strong data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1388\">very short turnaround<\/strong>. If you\u2019re interested, you should apply as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1513\">Why This Plenary Matters \u2013 and Why Youth Must Be There<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1956\">At the fifth UN Environment Assembly (UNEA), governments agreed to create a new <strong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1650\">independent, intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel<\/strong> to support the <strong data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1741\">sound management of chemicals and waste and the prevention of pollution<\/strong>. Modeled on bodies like the <strong data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1778\">IPCC<\/strong> (for climate) and <strong data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1806\">IPBES<\/strong> (for biodiversity), this panel fills a critical gap in tackling the <strong data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1916\">\u201cthird planetary crisis\u201d \u2013 pollution.<\/strong> <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><span class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"><a class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.unep.org\/isp-cwp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"><span class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"><span class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\">UNEP &#8211; UN Environment Programme<\/span><span class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\">+1<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"2142\">In June 2025, countries formally agreed to establish the <strong data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2101\">Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution (ISP-CWP)<\/strong>. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><span class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"><a class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.unep.org\/news-and-stories\/press-release\/nations-come-together-establish-new-intergovernmental-science-policy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"><span class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"><span class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\">UNEP &#8211; UN Environment Programme<\/span><span class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\">+1<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2159\">The Panel will:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2569\">\n<li data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2228\">\n<p data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2228\">Scan for <strong data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2190\">emerging risks<\/strong> from chemicals, waste and pollution<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2358\">\n<p data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2358\">Conduct large-scale <strong data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2277\">scientific assessments<\/strong> and identify <strong data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2318\">science-based solutions<\/strong> <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><span class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"><a class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.unep.org\/isp-cwp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"><span class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"><span class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\">UNEP &#8211; UN Environment Programme<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2435\">\n<p data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2435\">Support <strong data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2392\">information sharing<\/strong> across disciplines and knowledge systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2569\">\n<p data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2569\">Help strengthen <strong data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2490\">capacity in developing countries<\/strong>, including data and monitoring systems <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><span class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"><a class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.genevaenvironmentnetwork.org\/resources\/updates\/developing-a-global-science-policy-body-on-chemicals-and-waste\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"><span class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"><span class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\">genevaenvironmentnetwork.org<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2672\">However, <strong data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2617\">key questions are still undecided<\/strong> and will be taken up at this first plenary, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"3126\">\n<li data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2770\">\n<p data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2770\">Final wording of foundational documents (scope, objectives, functions, operating principles)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2771\" data-end=\"2806\">\n<p data-start=\"2773\" data-end=\"2806\">Financial procedures and budget<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"2968\">\n<p data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2968\">How ISP-CWP will collaborate with existing instruments (WHO, Global Framework on Chemicals, Basel\u2013Rotterdam\u2013Stockholm Conventions, Minamata Convention, etc.)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"3022\">\n<p data-start=\"2971\" data-end=\"3022\">Rules of procedure and <strong data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"3020\">observer participation<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3023\" data-end=\"3078\">\n<p data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3078\">How the work programme and deliverables are decided<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3079\" data-end=\"3126\">\n<p data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3126\">The Panel\u2019s <strong data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3117\">conflict of interest<\/strong> policy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3128\" data-end=\"3286\">These are structural decisions that will shape how the panel works for years to come \u2014 which is why <strong data-start=\"3228\" data-end=\"3274\">youth voices are essential in the room now<\/strong>, not later.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3348\">Why Chemicals, Waste and Pollution Are a Youth Issue<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3350\" data-end=\"3620\">Young people already face climate change and biodiversity loss. On top of that, <strong data-start=\"3430\" data-end=\"3452\">chemical pollution<\/strong> is now recognized as a global crisis in its own right, with major implications for health, justice and sustainable development. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><span class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"><a class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.unep.org\/isp-cwp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"><span class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"><span class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\">UNEP &#8211; UN Environment Programme<\/span><span class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\">+1<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3622\" data-end=\"3678\">Some reasons this panel is especially relevant to youth:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3680\" data-end=\"4548\">\n<li data-start=\"3680\" data-end=\"4083\">\n<p data-start=\"3682\" data-end=\"3726\"><strong data-start=\"3682\" data-end=\"3724\">Health impacts across the life course:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3729\" data-end=\"4083\">\n<li data-start=\"3729\" data-end=\"3939\">\n<p data-start=\"3731\" data-end=\"3939\">Children and adolescents are more vulnerable to hazardous chemicals because of their developing bodies and higher exposure per kilogram of body weight (more air, water and food consumed relative to adults).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3942\" data-end=\"4083\">\n<p data-start=\"3944\" data-end=\"4083\">Some chemicals can <strong data-start=\"3963\" data-end=\"3989\">alter genetic material<\/strong> or be passed from mother to foetus, raising serious <strong data-start=\"4042\" data-end=\"4071\">intergenerational justice<\/strong> concerns.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4085\" data-end=\"4320\">\n<p data-start=\"4087\" data-end=\"4120\"><strong data-start=\"4087\" data-end=\"4118\">Inequity between countries:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4123\" data-end=\"4320\">\n<li data-start=\"4123\" data-end=\"4320\">\n<p data-start=\"4125\" data-end=\"4320\">Many <strong data-start=\"4130\" data-end=\"4166\">low- and middle-income countries<\/strong>, which host a large share of the world\u2019s youth, have the <strong data-start=\"4224\" data-end=\"4242\">least capacity<\/strong> to manage chemicals and waste safely. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><span class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"><a class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.genevaenvironmentnetwork.org\/resources\/updates\/developing-a-global-science-policy-body-on-chemicals-and-waste\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"><span class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"><span class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\">genevaenvironmentnetwork.org<\/span><span class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\">+1<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4322\" data-end=\"4548\">\n<p data-start=\"4324\" data-end=\"4358\"><strong data-start=\"4324\" data-end=\"4356\">Planetary boundary concerns:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4361\" data-end=\"4548\">\n<li data-start=\"4361\" data-end=\"4548\">\n<p data-start=\"4363\" data-end=\"4548\">Scientists warn that chemical pollution has likely <strong data-start=\"4414\" data-end=\"4446\">crossed a planetary boundary<\/strong>, adding to the risks posed by climate change and nature loss. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><span class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"><a class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" href=\"https:\/\/enb.iisd.org\/science-policy-panel-chemicals-waste\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"><span class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"><span class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\">IISD Earth Negotiations Bulletin<\/span><span class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\">+1<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4550\" data-end=\"4746\">The ISP-CWP is one of the main spaces where these <strong data-start=\"4600\" data-end=\"4618\">knowledge gaps<\/strong> can be addressed and where <strong data-start=\"4646\" data-end=\"4696\">youth can help shape science-policy priorities<\/strong> to better protect present and future generations.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4753\" data-end=\"4785\">Who Is Behind This Open Call?<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"4787\" data-end=\"4832\">Chemicals and Waste Youth Platform (CWYP)<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4834\" data-end=\"4976\">The <strong data-start=\"4838\" data-end=\"4876\">Chemicals and Waste Youth Platform<\/strong> is the world\u2019s largest youth network focused on <strong data-start=\"4925\" data-end=\"4969\">hazardous chemicals, waste and pollution<\/strong>. CWYP:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4978\" data-end=\"5492\">\n<li data-start=\"4978\" data-end=\"5058\">\n<p data-start=\"4980\" data-end=\"5058\">Connects young people and youth organisations working on chemicals and waste<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5059\" data-end=\"5233\">\n<p data-start=\"5061\" data-end=\"5099\">Engages in global processes such as:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5102\" data-end=\"5233\">\n<li data-start=\"5102\" data-end=\"5154\">\n<p data-start=\"5104\" data-end=\"5154\">Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5157\" data-end=\"5191\">\n<p data-start=\"5159\" data-end=\"5191\">Minamata Convention on Mercury<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5194\" data-end=\"5233\">\n<p data-start=\"5196\" data-end=\"5233\">Global Framework on Chemicals (GFC)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5234\" data-end=\"5492\">\n<p data-start=\"5236\" data-end=\"5301\">Has been consistently active in the ISP-CWP process, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5304\" data-end=\"5492\">\n<li data-start=\"5304\" data-end=\"5339\">\n<p data-start=\"5306\" data-end=\"5339\">Providing inputs since UNEA 5.2<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5342\" data-end=\"5408\">\n<p data-start=\"5344\" data-end=\"5408\">Participating in preparatory meetings and webinars (2022\u20132024)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5411\" data-end=\"5492\">\n<p data-start=\"5413\" data-end=\"5492\">Sending youth representatives to OEWG sessions in Nairobi, Bangkok and Geneva<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"5494\" data-end=\"5543\">Youth Science-Policy Interface (SPI) Platform<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5545\" data-end=\"5602\">The <strong data-start=\"5549\" data-end=\"5571\">Youth SPI Platform<\/strong> is a cross-cutting space that:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5604\" data-end=\"5994\">\n<li data-start=\"5604\" data-end=\"5682\">\n<p data-start=\"5606\" data-end=\"5682\">Supports \u2018knowledge\u2019 activities of multiple youth constituencies in the UN<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5683\" data-end=\"5756\">\n<p data-start=\"5685\" data-end=\"5756\">Mobilises young scientists, practitioners and policy-interested youth<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5757\" data-end=\"5852\">\n<p data-start=\"5759\" data-end=\"5852\">Strengthens communication and knowledge sharing between youth and wider science communities<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5853\" data-end=\"5994\">\n<p data-start=\"5855\" data-end=\"5994\">Plays a key role in youth engagement in the <strong data-start=\"5899\" data-end=\"5992\">UN Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the SDGs (STI Forum)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5996\" data-end=\"6189\">Together, CWYP and the Youth SPI Platform are coordinating youth participation in this first ISP-CWP plenary to ensure <strong data-start=\"6115\" data-end=\"6159\">meaningful and informed youth engagement<\/strong>, not symbolic representation.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"6196\" data-end=\"6244\">Paths to Participate: Two Application Options<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6246\" data-end=\"6338\">There are <strong data-start=\"6256\" data-end=\"6268\">two ways<\/strong> to request an ISP-CWP badge and, if needed, apply for travel support.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"6340\" data-end=\"6387\">Option 1 \u2013 Accreditation Only (Self-Funded)<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6389\" data-end=\"6478\">This path is for you if you <strong data-start=\"6417\" data-end=\"6457\">already have, or can secure, funding<\/strong> to travel to Geneva.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6480\" data-end=\"6716\">\n<li data-start=\"6480\" data-end=\"6530\">\n<p data-start=\"6482\" data-end=\"6530\">Complete <strong data-start=\"6491\" data-end=\"6504\">Section 2<\/strong> of the application form<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6531\" data-end=\"6661\">\n<p data-start=\"6533\" data-end=\"6661\">Indicate clearly <strong data-start=\"6550\" data-end=\"6576\">how you will self-fund<\/strong> your travel and stay in Geneva (this helps organisers allocate badges efficiently)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6662\" data-end=\"6716\">\n<p data-start=\"6664\" data-end=\"6716\">Submit the form by <strong data-start=\"6683\" data-end=\"6714\">23 November 2025, 23:59 UTC<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"6718\" data-end=\"6872\">You will be considered for <strong data-start=\"6745\" data-end=\"6772\">accreditation (a badge)<\/strong> to attend ISP-CWP P1 as a youth delegate, but <strong data-start=\"6819\" data-end=\"6840\">no travel funding<\/strong> is requested under this option.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"6879\" data-end=\"6932\">Option 2 \u2013 Accreditation + Travel Funding Support<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6934\" data-end=\"7004\">This path is for you if you <strong data-start=\"6962\" data-end=\"6988\">need financial support<\/strong> to participate.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"7006\" data-end=\"7452\">\n<li data-start=\"7006\" data-end=\"7056\">\n<p data-start=\"7008\" data-end=\"7056\">Complete <strong data-start=\"7017\" data-end=\"7030\">Section 3<\/strong> of the application form<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7057\" data-end=\"7183\">\n<p data-start=\"7059\" data-end=\"7088\">You will be considered for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"7091\" data-end=\"7183\">\n<li data-start=\"7091\" data-end=\"7124\">\n<p data-start=\"7093\" data-end=\"7124\">Accreditation (badge) <strong data-start=\"7115\" data-end=\"7122\">and<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7127\" data-end=\"7183\">\n<p data-start=\"7129\" data-end=\"7183\"><strong data-start=\"7129\" data-end=\"7155\">Travel funding support<\/strong> (limited and competitive)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7184\" data-end=\"7452\">\n<p data-start=\"7186\" data-end=\"7267\">Shortlisted applicants will be <strong data-start=\"7217\" data-end=\"7259\">registered for ISP-CWP by the deadline<\/strong>, but:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"7270\" data-end=\"7452\">\n<li data-start=\"7270\" data-end=\"7334\">\n<p data-start=\"7272\" data-end=\"7334\">Final decisions on funding will be made in <strong data-start=\"7315\" data-end=\"7332\">December 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7337\" data-end=\"7452\">\n<p data-start=\"7339\" data-end=\"7452\">Registration <strong data-start=\"7352\" data-end=\"7374\">does not guarantee<\/strong> a travel grant \u2014 you are only confirmed once notified by the selection team<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"7454\" data-end=\"7519\">Deadline for this option is also <strong data-start=\"7487\" data-end=\"7518\">23 November 2025, 23:59 UTC<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"7454\" data-end=\"7519\"><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScjYUE2QR2Us1h6vsDnegs3EC1HqOQKlmBEkmM8fmoFxxBT5g\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">APPLY NOW<\/a><\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"7521\" data-end=\"7681\">\n<p data-start=\"7523\" data-end=\"7681\"><strong data-start=\"7523\" data-end=\"7531\">Tip:<\/strong> If you are eligible for both self-funding and funding support, be transparent. This helps the team stretch limited funds to those who need them most.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 data-start=\"7688\" data-end=\"7721\">Eligibility and Ideal Profiles<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7723\" data-end=\"7745\"><strong data-start=\"7723\" data-end=\"7745\">Basic eligibility:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"7747\" data-end=\"7951\">\n<li data-start=\"7747\" data-end=\"7800\">\n<p data-start=\"7749\" data-end=\"7800\">Aged <strong data-start=\"7754\" data-end=\"7771\">35 or younger<\/strong> by the time of the plenary<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7801\" data-end=\"7877\">\n<p data-start=\"7803\" data-end=\"7877\">Able to participate in English-language discussions (formal or informal)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7878\" data-end=\"7951\">\n<p data-start=\"7880\" data-end=\"7951\">Available to attend from <strong data-start=\"7905\" data-end=\"7926\">1\u20136 February 2026<\/strong> in Geneva, Switzerland<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"7953\" data-end=\"7986\"><strong data-start=\"7953\" data-end=\"7986\">Ideal candidates may include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"7988\" data-end=\"8528\">\n<li data-start=\"7988\" data-end=\"8136\">\n<p data-start=\"7990\" data-end=\"8136\">Youth advocates working on <strong data-start=\"8017\" data-end=\"8134\">environmental health, climate, waste, chemicals, air and water quality, circular economy or environmental justice<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"8137\" data-end=\"8299\">\n<p data-start=\"8139\" data-end=\"8299\">Young scientists, early-career researchers and students working on <strong data-start=\"8206\" data-end=\"8297\">chemicals, toxicology, public health, pollution, data and monitoring, or related fields<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"8300\" data-end=\"8415\">\n<p data-start=\"8302\" data-end=\"8415\">Youth leaders from communities <strong data-start=\"8333\" data-end=\"8364\">disproportionately impacted<\/strong> by chemical exposure, waste dumping or pollution<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"8416\" data-end=\"8528\">\n<p data-start=\"8418\" data-end=\"8528\">Representatives of <strong data-start=\"8437\" data-end=\"8487\">youth-led organisations, networks or movements<\/strong> engaged in policy or grassroots action<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"8530\" data-end=\"8758\">You do <strong data-start=\"8537\" data-end=\"8544\">not<\/strong> need to be a technical expert already. Youth delegates bring diverse perspectives \u2014 from lived experience to academic or advocacy backgrounds \u2014 and can help <strong data-start=\"8702\" data-end=\"8758\">bridge gaps between communities, science and policy.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"8765\" data-end=\"8811\">What Will Youth Delegates Do at ISP-CWP P1?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"8813\" data-end=\"8842\">As a youth delegate, you may:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"8844\" data-end=\"9307\">\n<li data-start=\"8844\" data-end=\"8933\">\n<p data-start=\"8846\" data-end=\"8933\">Join <strong data-start=\"8851\" data-end=\"8871\">plenary sessions<\/strong> where foundational decisions about the panel are negotiated<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"8934\" data-end=\"9006\">\n<p data-start=\"8936\" data-end=\"9006\">Participate in <strong data-start=\"8951\" data-end=\"8988\">regional and stakeholder meetings<\/strong> and side events<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"9007\" data-end=\"9073\">\n<p data-start=\"9009\" data-end=\"9073\">Help shape <strong data-start=\"9020\" data-end=\"9071\">youth statements, interventions and submissions<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"9074\" data-end=\"9194\">\n<p data-start=\"9076\" data-end=\"9194\">Network with government negotiators, UN agencies, scientists, civil society, and other major groups and stakeholders<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"9195\" data-end=\"9307\">\n<p data-start=\"9197\" data-end=\"9307\">Strengthen your own understanding of <strong data-start=\"9234\" data-end=\"9305\">UN negotiations, science-policy interfaces and chemicals governance<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"9309\" data-end=\"9468\">Your presence helps ensure that discussions about \u201clong-term\u201d risks and \u201cfuture generations\u201d are <strong data-start=\"9406\" data-end=\"9467\">informed by the people who will actually live that future<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"9475\" data-end=\"9490\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n<ol data-start=\"9492\" data-end=\"10325\">\n<li data-start=\"9492\" data-end=\"9672\">\n<p data-start=\"9495\" data-end=\"9562\"><strong data-start=\"9495\" data-end=\"9523\">Read this call carefully<\/strong> and decide whether you\u2019ll apply for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"9566\" data-end=\"9672\">\n<li data-start=\"9566\" data-end=\"9620\">\n<p data-start=\"9568\" data-end=\"9620\"><strong data-start=\"9568\" data-end=\"9581\">Option 1:<\/strong> Accreditation only (self-funded), or<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"9624\" data-end=\"9672\">\n<p data-start=\"9626\" data-end=\"9672\"><strong data-start=\"9626\" data-end=\"9639\">Option 2:<\/strong> Accreditation + travel funding<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"9674\" data-end=\"9805\">\n<p data-start=\"9677\" data-end=\"9805\"><strong data-start=\"9677\" data-end=\"9715\">Access the online application form<\/strong> (youth registration and travel funding form) provided by CWYP and the Youth SPI Platform.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"9807\" data-end=\"9949\">\n<p data-start=\"9810\" data-end=\"9849\"><strong data-start=\"9810\" data-end=\"9847\">Complete the relevant section(s):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"9853\" data-end=\"9949\">\n<li data-start=\"9853\" data-end=\"9897\">\n<p data-start=\"9855\" data-end=\"9897\">Section 2 for <strong data-start=\"9869\" data-end=\"9884\">self-funded<\/strong> applicants<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"9901\" data-end=\"9949\">\n<p data-start=\"9903\" data-end=\"9949\">Section 3 for <strong data-start=\"9917\" data-end=\"9936\">funding support<\/strong> applicants<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"9951\" data-end=\"10250\">\n<p data-start=\"9954\" data-end=\"9982\">Prepare to describe briefly:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"9987\" data-end=\"10250\">\n<li data-start=\"9987\" data-end=\"10035\">\n<p data-start=\"9989\" data-end=\"10035\">Your <strong data-start=\"9994\" data-end=\"10008\">motivation<\/strong> for attending ISP-CWP P1<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"10039\" data-end=\"10156\">\n<p data-start=\"10041\" data-end=\"10156\">Your <strong data-start=\"10046\" data-end=\"10072\">experience or interest<\/strong> in chemicals, waste, pollution, environmental health, or related policy processes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"10160\" data-end=\"10250\">\n<p data-start=\"10162\" data-end=\"10250\">How you plan to <strong data-start=\"10178\" data-end=\"10206\">bring the knowledge back<\/strong> to your community, organisation or region<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"10252\" data-end=\"10325\">\n<p data-start=\"10255\" data-end=\"10288\"><strong data-start=\"10255\" data-end=\"10286\">Submit your application by:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"10292\" data-end=\"10325\">\n<li data-start=\"10292\" data-end=\"10325\">\n<p data-start=\"10294\" data-end=\"10325\"><strong data-start=\"10294\" data-end=\"10325\">23 November 2025, 23:59 UTC<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"10327\" data-end=\"10432\">Because this is a <strong data-start=\"10345\" data-end=\"10363\">rapid deadline<\/strong>, consider blocking time immediately to complete and submit the form.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"10327\" data-end=\"10432\"><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScjYUE2QR2Us1h6vsDnegs3EC1HqOQKlmBEkmM8fmoFxxBT5g\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">APPLY NOW<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"10439\" data-end=\"10502\">Want to Help Select Youth Delegates? Join the Selection Team<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"10504\" data-end=\"10696\">If you are <strong data-start=\"10515\" data-end=\"10531\">not applying<\/strong> for a funded spot but would like to support the process, you can apply to join the <strong data-start=\"10615\" data-end=\"10633\">Selection Team<\/strong> that will review applications and help choose youth delegates.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"10698\" data-end=\"10736\">To express interest, send an email to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"10738\" data-end=\"10855\">\n<li data-start=\"10738\" data-end=\"10779\">\n<p data-start=\"10740\" data-end=\"10779\"><strong data-start=\"10740\" data-end=\"10750\">Email:<\/strong> <a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"10751\" data-end=\"10777\">chemicals.admin@unmgcy.org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"10780\" data-end=\"10855\">\n<p data-start=\"10782\" data-end=\"10855\"><strong data-start=\"10782\" data-end=\"10799\">Subject line:<\/strong> <code data-start=\"10800\" data-end=\"10853\">Join Selection Team for ISP-CWP Youth Travel Grants<\/code><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"10857\" data-end=\"10865\">Include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"10867\" data-end=\"10939\">\n<li data-start=\"10867\" data-end=\"10889\">\n<p data-start=\"10869\" data-end=\"10889\">Your <strong data-start=\"10874\" data-end=\"10887\">full name<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"10890\" data-end=\"10911\">\n<p data-start=\"10892\" data-end=\"10911\"><strong data-start=\"10892\" data-end=\"10909\">Date of birth<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"10912\" data-end=\"10939\">\n<p data-start=\"10914\" data-end=\"10939\"><strong data-start=\"10914\" data-end=\"10937\">Contact information<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"10941\" data-end=\"11065\">This is a great way to contribute to <strong data-start=\"10978\" data-end=\"11027\">youth governance and fair selection processes<\/strong>, even if you cannot travel to Geneva.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"11072\" data-end=\"11107\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"11109\" data-end=\"11359\"><strong data-start=\"11109\" data-end=\"11158\">1. Is this opportunity open to all countries?<\/strong><br data-start=\"11158\" data-end=\"11161\" \/>Yes. Youth from <strong data-start=\"11177\" data-end=\"11192\">all regions<\/strong> are encouraged to apply, with particular interest in ensuring participation from <strong data-start=\"11274\" data-end=\"11359\">developing countries and communities heavily affected by chemicals and pollution.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"11366\" data-end=\"11678\"><strong data-start=\"11366\" data-end=\"11409\">2. Does travel funding cover all costs?<\/strong><br data-start=\"11409\" data-end=\"11412\" \/>Funding is <strong data-start=\"11423\" data-end=\"11434\">limited<\/strong>. Selected applicants for travel support will receive further details directly from the organisers on what costs can be covered (for example, international travel and some in-country expenses). Registration alone <strong data-start=\"11647\" data-end=\"11669\">does not guarantee<\/strong> funding.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"11685\" data-end=\"12054\"><strong data-start=\"11685\" data-end=\"11749\">3. I\u2019m new to chemicals and waste issues. Can I still apply?<\/strong><br data-start=\"11749\" data-end=\"11752\" \/>Yes. While relevant experience or interest is helpful, youth delegates bring many strengths \u2014 from <strong data-start=\"11851\" data-end=\"11874\">grassroots activism<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"11879\" data-end=\"11903\">community organising<\/strong> to <strong data-start=\"11907\" data-end=\"11927\">student research<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"11932\" data-end=\"11973\">youth-led communication or journalism<\/strong>. If you are committed to learning and contributing, you are encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"12061\" data-end=\"12378\"><strong data-start=\"12061\" data-end=\"12133\">4. Do I need institutional backing (e.g., from a university or NGO)?<\/strong><br data-start=\"12133\" data-end=\"12136\" \/>You may apply as an <strong data-start=\"12156\" data-end=\"12185\">individual youth advocate<\/strong> or as a <strong data-start=\"12194\" data-end=\"12247\">representative of a youth organisation or network<\/strong>. If you are affiliated with an organisation, it can be helpful to indicate how you will <strong data-start=\"12336\" data-end=\"12359\">share outcomes back<\/strong> to that community.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"12385\" data-end=\"12592\"><strong data-start=\"12385\" data-end=\"12420\">5. What if I miss the deadline?<\/strong><br data-start=\"12420\" data-end=\"12423\" \/>Unfortunately, due to official UN processes and registration deadlines, <strong data-start=\"12495\" data-end=\"12545\">late applications cannot usually be considered<\/strong>. If you cannot apply in time, you can still:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"12593\" data-end=\"12761\">\n<li data-start=\"12593\" data-end=\"12668\">\n<p data-start=\"12595\" data-end=\"12668\">Join CWYP or Youth SPI activities around chemicals, waste and pollution<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"12669\" data-end=\"12761\">\n<p data-start=\"12671\" data-end=\"12761\">Follow ISP-CWP developments and contribute to future consultations, reviews and panel work<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"12768\" data-end=\"12786\">Take Action Now<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"12788\" data-end=\"13028\">The First ISP-CWP Plenary is a <strong data-start=\"12819\" data-end=\"12838\">historic moment<\/strong> in global environmental governance. Decisions taken in Geneva in February 2026 will influence <strong data-start=\"12933\" data-end=\"13027\">how the world understands and responds to chemical pollution and waste for decades to come<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"13030\" data-end=\"13164\">If you are 35 or under and ready to speak up for a <strong data-start=\"13081\" data-end=\"13142\">future free from hazardous chemicals, waste and pollution<\/strong>, this is your chance:<\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"13166\" data-end=\"13318\">\n<p data-start=\"13168\" data-end=\"13318\"><strong data-start=\"13168\" data-end=\"13318\">Apply by 23 November 2025, 23:59 UTC and help ensure that youth are not just spoken about \u2014 but are actually in the room where decisions are made.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"13168\" data-end=\"13318\"><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScjYUE2QR2Us1h6vsDnegs3EC1HqOQKlmBEkmM8fmoFxxBT5g\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">APPLY NOW<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"13168\" data-end=\"13318\"><strong>Source:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScjYUE2QR2Us1h6vsDnegs3EC1HqOQKlmBEkmM8fmoFxxBT5g\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScjYUE2QR2Us1h6vsDnegs3EC1HqOQKlmBEkmM8fmoFxxBT5g\/viewform<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you 35 or under and passionate about chemicals, waste, pollution and environmental justice? 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