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Germany Launches Youth Advisory Board to Reshape Health Communication

Want to change how health messages reach young people? Germany's new advisory board gives teens and young adults a voice—and a paycheck. Deadline looms.

The image shows a group of people standing around a table with a banner that reads "Youth Care" on...
The image shows a group of people standing around a table with a banner that reads "Youth Care" on it. There is a person sitting in a chair in the center of the group, and a podium with a microphone in front of them. On the left side of the image, there is a wooden wall with papers pasted on it, and pipes running along the wall.

Germany Launches Youth Advisory Board to Reshape Health Communication

A new Youth Advisory Board is being formed to advise Germany's Bundesinstitut für Öffentliche Gesundheit (BIÖG). The board will bring together 15 to 20 young people aged 16 to 26 from across the country. Members will help shape health communication for their generation over a two-year term.

The institute is looking for applicants who want to influence health policies and messaging. Successful candidates will work closely with experts, attend regular video conferences, and join in-person workshops. Their input will guide strategies, projects, and communication formats aimed at young people.

In return, members will receive compensation and the opportunity to leave a lasting mark on public health outreach. The BIÖG will oversee the board's work for the first two years, providing support and structure.

Applications are now open and will close on March 15. Interested young people can apply via an online form at www.bioeg.de.

The Youth Advisory Board will start its two-year term with a clear mission: to improve how health information reaches young audiences. Through collaboration and feedback, members will directly impact policies and campaigns. The institute expects the board to play a key role in shaping future health communication.

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