The Migration Youth & Children Platform (MYCP) is a global organization that empowers young people to actively participate in shaping migration policies at the United Nations and beyond.
As a youth-led initiative, MYCP provides a platform for young individuals to contribute to the development, assessment, and implementation of migration policies. It plays a crucial role in governance processes related to migration on local, regional, and international levels, across all continents.
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MYCP focuses on advocating for policies, encouraging youth involvement, and building capacity in migration and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The organization also emphasizes collaboration with the Global Compact for Migration and the Global Forum for Migration and Development.
Activities eligible for support include grassroots advocacy, digital campaigns, legal assistance, mentorship for displaced individuals, climate adaptation projects, job training programs, health services for women and girls, public awareness campaigns, and initiatives promoting team well-being and mental health.
Priority is given to projects that already exist but require additional funding. Applications must be submitted in English and must be complete. AI-generated submissions are discouraged.
To be eligible for support, projects must be led by individuals under the age of 30, focus on displaced persons, operate in eligible regions, be community-driven, realistic, and have a significant impact. Recipients must be able to receive funds in Euros and provide basic reporting.
Eligible countries for support include those in Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa, South West Asia & North Africa (MENA), and the Asia-Pacific region.
Application Closing Date: 30th April, 2025