National Network • 77 Municipalities
77 Municipal Ambassadors for Civic Leadership.
A grassroots civic presence in every municipality across Benin. 77 young civic champions bridging youth, local councils, and participatory governance.
1 lead ambassador per city
From Malanville to Cotonou
Official Board Certification
Female candidates encouraged
Grassroots Action at the Heart of Your Municipality
Municipal Ambassadors serve as YFC key liaisons, identifying local challenges and mobilizing youth around civic solutions.
1. Allô Citoyen Grassroots Relay
Host civic discussions in middle schools and craft workshops on road safety, gender-based violence prevention, and active citizenship.
2. Civic Watch & Municipal Dialogue
Gather priority community concerns (sanitation, public roads, civil registry) and represent youth during town hall consultation sessions.
3. Green Saturday Coordination
Organize youth squads for monthly environmental cleanups, plastic recycling drives, and community sanitation initiatives.
4. National Ambassador Assemblies
Participate in quarterly leadership summits, inter-municipal learning workshops, and co-authoring national policy advocacy recommendations.
All 77 Municipalities of Benin by Department
Whether you live in the Northern, Central, or Coastal departments, an Ambassador position is open for your municipality.
Alibori
6 citiesAtacora
9 citiesAtlantique
8 citiesBorgou
8 citiesCollines
6 citiesCouffo
6 citiesDonga
4 citiesLittoral
1 citiesMono
6 citiesOuémé
9 citiesPlateau
5 citiesZou
9 citiesEligibility & Requirements
The program welcomes motivated young women and men eager to make an active, tangible contribution to their local municipality.
- Must permanently reside in the target municipality (all 77 municipalities of Benin are eligible)
- Aged 18 to 35 with proven involvement in civic, student, or community organizations
- Fluent in French and at least one local dialect spoken in the community
- High moral integrity, active listening skills, and inclusive leadership ability
- Available 3 to 5 hours per week for grassroots community coordination
What You Gain as an Ambassador
Official Board of Directors Certificate
Official credential for your academic and career advancement.
Field Gear & Mission Allowance
Official ID badge, branded YFC t-shirt, toolkits, and mission allowances.
National Network & Leadership Coaching
Access to civic leadership workshops, municipal policy training, and national mentors.
Have a question about the Ambassadors Program?
Our volunteer coordination team is available to guide you and answer any questions regarding your application.