Track Leaders
Use your training skills to deliver exciting content to the participants
Track Leaders design and deliver the educational content at the YES. They are in direct contact with a group of about 20 students and take them on a journey throughout the event. With interactive activities based on the principles of experiential learning and non-formal education, they spark the interest and curiosity of students, help develop their critical thinking, and create opportunities for personal development and self-expression.
About your role
To ensure a smooth process of developing educational sessions, Track Leaders commit to participating in the designing of track sessions and completing a virtual orientation program in the months leading up to the YES. Throughout this period, Track Leaders work alongside their Heads of Track (HOTs), who guide them and help whenever needed.
We want to emphasize a hands-on approach and interactivity in the educational content at the YES. The goal is to move away from tracks loaded with theory or facilitator’s input, and to offer a new exciting and practical way to look at the YES theme. The motto for the YES tracks is quality over quantity.
Each track will offer one session per day, each building on the previous day(s), and exploring the track topic and incorporating the YES theme through different lenses and methods. We are looking for 10 Track Leaders. Track Leader applicants select their preferred tracks during the application stage. If chosen for the role, they’re assigned to a specific track and a Head of Track.
Your tasks
In addition to the general volunteer requirements at the YES, prospective Track Leaders should:
have experience in facilitating interactive educational activities for students,
be familiar with the basics of non-formal learning and session design,
be comfortable facilitating sessions alone in English,
have sufficient time to work with the team in the months leading up to the YES 2025,
commit to active participation.
Additional requirements
Track Descriptions
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This track explores topics of inclusion, discrimination, and social justice through artistic creation.
Participants will have the opportunity to create projects with their hands, connected to social equality topics. Each session will give participants space to use their artistic voices to advocate for equality and amplify diverse perspectives. During the sessions, we aim to spark valuable conversations using the thought-provoking, expressive art made on the spot.
This track warmly welcomes people who like social discussions, artsy projects or have a “different style of thinking”, that they are happy to share.
As a track leader you either have specific artistic skills (clay art/painting/photography) or are knowledgeable on equality topics
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In this track, participants will engage in a simulated climate conference, taking on roles as representatives from various nations to negotiate fair solutions for climate action.
Through this experience, they will gain insight into the disparities between high-income and low-income countries in addressing SDG challenges and learn how to incorporate the perspectives of less advantaged groups who are often more strongly affected by climate change.
By navigating complex discussions and finalizing agreements, participants will build their understanding of international collaboration, diplomacy, and the urgent need for collective action on climate change (SDG 13 & 17).
The track promotes empathy, critical thinking, and strategic communication, empowering participants to become advocates for equitable and impactful climate solutions.
If you want to take MUN and make it about climate, if you are interested in delving into the reasons that made the recent COP29 so difficult and understand which actors acted how and why, this is the track for you. Together we will define the three core areas (likely along the lines of security, equality & poverty, decarbonisation & diversity of species) as well as the stakeholders and gather material to draft an initial position for the students to expand on.
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Were you the kind of kid who loved building things, whether it was Lego, sandcastles, or creative experiments with whatever materials you had on hand? If working with your hands sparks your creativity, this track is for you.
As a track leader, you’ll take on the challenge of designing a hands-on experience where, in just 7 hours, participants will not only learn sustainable building techniques but also work together to create something real.
The task isn’t simple: finding and preparing the right sustainable materials available, be it waste, earth, clothes or innovative ideas—will push us to think critically about resources and their impact.
Along the way, you’ll guide participants to discover the power of collaboration, communication, and leadership while building, leading it to a stronger feeling of community. If you’re ready to take on this challenge, bring creativity, and build a high-quality track, step up and join us. Let’s create!
As a track leader, you ideally have some experience, knowledge or interest related to journalism, philosophy, research or experience in communication or debates. You should also thrive for communication and dialogue between different ideas!
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This track explores how media can be a powerful tool for driving development.
We will examine critical topics like capitalism, patriarchy, and inequality through media, gaining insights into how cinematic narratives shape our understanding of environmental, economical and social issues. The sessions will also cover strategies for effective change management, innovative communication techniques, and the role of technology in promoting sustainability.
By analyzing successful innovations and engaging in hands-on media projects, participants will learn how small actions and creative storytelling can inspire significant societal shifts, contributing to the achievement of SDG Goal 9.
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This track invites participants to step into the experiences of others through performative arts and theater, fostering a deeper understanding of diverse identities and perspectives.
By embodying different roles and scenarios, participants will challenge stereotypes and explore the impact of inequality, promoting empathy and inclusivity. The sessions will also delve into global citizenship, identity, and intersectionality, highlighting how these concepts relate to youth participation in civil societies and advocacy for the rights of marginalized groups such as migrants and refugees.
Anchored in SDGs 10 and 16, this track empowers young people to actively contribute to building more equitable and just societies.
We are looking for 10 Track Leaders.