S&YFAP
Are you ready?
Covid-19 made everything a bit weird, but thankfully we’re getting back to a bit of normality now. This means we’re getting to recruit our newest bunch of NFU Student & Young Farmer Ambassadors
WHAT IS IT?
This Student & Young Farmer Ambassador Programme is a year-long series of events designed to give young people the opportunity to engage with the work of the NFU and to put their own stamp on the future of British farming.
WHY TAKE PART?
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This is an opportunity to become an influential member of the UK’s biggest farming membership organisation Network with like-minded individuals from different locations around the country and farming sectors Experience new aspects of the agriculture industry, supply chain, other sectors and politics Foster a culture of inclusivity and kindness in the farming community It will be an amazing asset to add to your CV and a way to engage with NFU boards and forums It’s an opportunity to promote yourself, your college or your business locally and nationally Receive writing and media training
WHAT’S THE APPLICATION CRITERIA?
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Be an NFU Student & Young Farmer member (It’s free! Sign up at NFUonline.com/student) Aged between 18 and 26 years To be located in England or Wales Have a vested interest in farming and rural affairs Available to attend all events with confirmed dates (see timetable, right) Have an interest in speaking to the media or writing content for various NFU publications Be committed to promoting the values of inclusivity and kindness in the industry
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S&YFAP INCLUSIVITY PLEDGE
We believe the more diversity within agriculture, the more innovative and sustainable the future of farming will be. In line with the NFU’s value of inclusivity, the Student & Young Farmer Ambassador Programme has always welcomed applicants from different cultures, backgrounds and perspectives. We especially welcome applications from people who feel their community has, so far, been underrepresented in the agriculture industry or in the S&YFAP group, be that in relation to (but not limited to) their race, colour, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression.
September 2021
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