Young Humanitarians: Your Free Handbook for Taking Action

Are you a young person who is currently involved in humanitarian work or wants to make a difference in times of crisis? This handbook is for you. We are excited to offer “The Young Humanitarians Handbook” as a free, essential resource designed to guide you on your journey.

Published by the Compact for Young People in Humanitarian Action, this guide provides clear, step-by-step answers to the big questions you may have as you navigate the humanitarian sector.

What’s Inside the Handbook?

This guide is structured to help you ( young humanitarians ) build your skills and confidence effectively. It is broken down into five key chapters that provide practical guidance on:

• How to deliver services to those most in need in your community.
• How to get your voice heard when important decisions are being made.
• How to grow your skills and technical knowledge on humanitarian action.
• How to access the resources you need to support your work.
• How to look after yourself and keep safe as a humanitarian.

The handbook is also filled with inspiring stories from other young humanitarians around the world, as well as crucial guidance on well-being and self-care.

Who Is This Handbook For?

This handbook has been designed for all young people (defined as adolescents and youth ages 10-24 ) who are taking part in or wish to take part in humanitarian action. Whether your community has been affected by a crisis, you want to help people seeking refuge, or you have specific skills you want to volunteer, this guide will provide valuable insights.

Based on Global Standards

This resource was developed to support the implementation of the IASC Guidelines on Working with and for Young People in Humanitarian Action. The Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) is the longest-standing and highest-level humanitarian coordination forum of the United Nations system, ensuring the information is credible and aligned with global best practices.

Download your free copy today and take the next step in your journey as a young humanitarian leader.