ASEAN-Japan Young Environmental Leaders Network (AJYELN) 2.0 – Open Recruitment 2026

The ASEAN-Japan Centre (AJC) is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the ASEAN-Japan Young Environmental Leaders Network (AJYELN) 2.0 for 2026.

AJYELN is a regional initiative that brings together youth from the 10 ASEAN Member States and Japan to collaborate on addressing environmental challenges, particularly plastic pollution in their local communities.

About the Program

AJYELN aims to empower young people to become agents of change through community-based environmental projects. The program is supported by regional partners such as the ASEAN Secretariat, ASEAN Youth Organization, and Climate Youth Japan.

Building on the success of last year’s program, AJYELN 2.0 continues to foster youth-led solutions for sustainable development.

Theme for 2026

“Youth for a Plastic-Resilient Region: Action. Innovation. Transformation.”

Program Details

• Eligibility: Youth aged 18–25 years old
  (Citizens of ASEAN Member States or Japan)
• Activities:
  • Community-based environmental projects
  • Leadership and project management training
  • Capstone Symposium (final project presentation)
• Application Deadline: April 30th, 2026

How to Apply

• Application form: https://bit.ly/join_AJYELN2026
• More information: https://www.asean.or.jp/en/event-info/20260306

Information

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AJYELN
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajyeln/

If you are passionate about environmental issues and eager to make a real impact at the regional level, AJYELN is the perfect opportunity to develop your ideas, collaborate with like-minded peers, and drive meaningful change.

Let’s work together to build a more sustainable future!