The Organizing Committee for the 2026 Malawi National Youth Summit is thrilled to announce a call for volunteers to support the delivery of this flagship event. As Malawi’s largest youth policy platform, established in 2024 to drive youth development, the Summit will bring together approximately 1,000 delegates, including young people, policymakers, development partners, and private-sector representatives. Together, they will deliberate on issues affecting Malawian youth; assess the performance of youth-related policies and programmes; examine the state of youth empowerment, engagement, and development across economic sectors; and identify actionable pathways—including policy options—to accelerate youth empowerment and maximize young people’s contribution to national socio-economic transformation in alignment with Malawi 2063, the national vision.

This year’s Summit, held under the theme “Accelerating Progress: Reflecting on Impact, Expanding Prospects for Youth Development in Malawi,” will take place from August 18–20, 2026, at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe.

The programme features a rich array of sessions, including an opening ceremony, keynote presentations, panel discussions, workshops, high-level roundtables, mentorship sessions, exhibitions, and a closing ceremony. Additional highlights include the Youth Impact and Leadership Awards, the International Youth Day Commemoration, and immersive Youth Experience Activation activities.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking passionate and committed individuals who meet the following criteria:

• Malawian youth or foreign residents aged 10–35.
• Residents of Lilongwe, preferably living near BICC, who will be available for pre-event preparations and on-site activities.
• Enthusiasm for volunteering and development work, particularly youth engagement, empowerment, and programming.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluency in both Chichewa and English.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure with a positive, service-oriented attitude.
• A team-oriented approach, with a strong sense of responsibility and reliability.
• An energetic, proactive, and dependable character.
• Ownership of a smartphone for digital engagement purposes.
• Good conduct and willingness to abide by our code of conduct, including our safeguarding policy.

Note: First-time National Youth Summit volunteers who meet the above requirements will have an added advantage.

Volunteer Responsibilities

Selected volunteers will be trained and assigned to various Sub-Committees of the 2026 National Youth Summit. Responsibilities may include supporting:

Key areas of support

• Verification and registration of delegates.
• Distribution of Summit materials.
• Venue setup and management.
• Coordination of the Summit programme.
• Provision of information and assistance to delegates.
• Media engagement.

Volunteer Support

The Organizing Committee, through its Secretariat—the National Youth Council of Malawi—will provide training and logistical support and will implement recognition and appreciation measures for all volunteers.

• Verification and registration of delegates.
• Distribution of Summit materials.
• Venue setup and management.
• Coordination of the Summit programme.
• Provision of information and assistance to delegates.
• Media engagement.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluency in both Chichewa and English.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure.
• Positive, service-oriented attitude.
• Team-oriented approach.
• Sense of responsibility and reliability.
• Energetic, proactive, and dependable character.
• Ownership of a smartphone.
• Good conduct.
• Willingness to abide by code of conduct and safeguarding policy.

• Malawian youth or foreign residents aged 10–35.
• Residents of Lilongwe, preferably living near BICC.
• Available for pre-event preparations and on-site activities.
• Enthusiasm for volunteering and development work, particularly youth engagement, empowerment, and programming.