World University Service of Canada (WUSC) Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) 2026

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About WUSC Youth Advisory Committee

Pathways to Scale (P2S) is a five-year young women-focused program of the Mastercard Foundation, implemented in partnership with WUSC and supported by Seedstars.

• Sponsor Organisation: World University Service of Canada (WUSC - EUMC)

Benefits of WUSC Youth Advisory Committee

Although the committee role is voluntary, selected members will receive:

• A modest honorarium
• Data stipends for virtual participation
• Professional development opportunities
• Exposure to regional and international development networks
• Opportunities to influence a major multi-country entrepreneurship initiative

Travel and accommodation expenses for approved in-person meetings will also be covered

WUSC Youth Advisory Committee Requirements

WUSC is seeking applications from 7 to 9 young women leaders aged between 18 and 35 years from:

• Ethiopia
• Ghana
• Nigeria
• Rwanda

Applicants should have entrepreneurial experience and demonstrate a strong commitment to women’s economic empowerment and youth development.

To qualify for the Youth Advisory Committee, applicants must:

• Be a young woman aged 18–35 throughout the committee term
• Have experience running a business individually or within a group setting
• Preferably operate within or support rural communities
• Demonstrate interest and experience in entrepreneurship and youth development
• Possess strong communication and collaboration skills
• Show the ability to advocate effectively for peers and communities

Application Date and Process

• Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

12 May, 2026

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