WTO Announces Selected Candidates for 2024 Young Trade Leaders Programme

The eight candidates, selected from a pool of nearly 2,000 applicants, represent six continents and bring a range of experiences and expertise to the programme.

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has unveiled the eight exceptional individuals chosen for its inaugural Young Trade Leaders Programme, set to commence on August 7, 2024. This new initiative is designed to enhance young people's understanding of the WTO's role in international trade and to foster a global network of emerging trade leaders.

Programme Overview

The Young Trade Leaders Programme aims to bridge the gap between young talent and the world of international trade. By engaging young leaders from diverse backgrounds, the programme seeks to cultivate a deeper appreciation of the WTO's work and promote innovative perspectives on trade.

Selected Participants

The eight candidates, selected from a pool of nearly 2,000 applicants, represent six continents and bring a range of experiences and expertise to the programme. The chosen participants are:

Eric Andrew (Nigeria): Founder and team lead at the agricultural non-profit AgrofixiNG

Phoebe Britten (Australia): Youth advocate and Founder and CEO of Inspire Tomorrow Education

Hugh Jones (Canada): Young lawyer specializing in international trade

Yassine Krouk (France): Bachelor’s student in political science at Sciences Po Lille

Sunny Li (China): Young professional in international relations

Florencia Mastrorilli (Argentina): Young lawyer specializing in international trade

Nasubila Ng'ambi (Malawi): Researcher in international trade law

Elina Sultanbekova (Kyrgyz Republic): Bachelor’s student in international relations

Programme Benefits

Participants will gain access to specialized training courses organized by the WTO, receive guidance from WTO Secretariat members, and have the opportunity to support WTO-related activities in their home countries. Additionally, they will attend the 2024 WTO Public Forum in Geneva, where they will engage in a workshop and various Forum activities.

For further details on the programme and the participants, please visit the WTO’s official website.