National Level
The headline national leadership positions of the exercise.
- Chief Justice
- Chief of Staff
- Sector Ministerial Positions
- National Directors
- National Secretariat Positions
Youth Republic Ghana · Official Lobbying Exercise
Lobby for Leadership Positions — 2026
A non-partisan, youth-led movement is opening its doors. Youth Republic Ghana invites eligible young people to lobby for national, regional, local and legislative leadership positions across the country. Don't wait for permission to start leading — select your level and begin.
18–37Exercise eligibility · years
03Leadership levels
16Regions covered
2026Exercise year
About the Republic
A Nation Built by Young Leaders
Youth Republic Ghana (YRG) is a non-partisan, youth-led movement built on a simple belief: the next generation of Ghana's leaders shouldn't have to wait for permission to start leading. We exist to develop, empower, and mobilize young people aged 18–40 for leadership, innovation, and national development — not someday, but now.
We are not a political party, and we do not exist to serve one. We are a republic of our own making — a structured, democratic community where young people practice the leadership, governance, and civic responsibility this country will one day hand to them, while building real skills, real networks, and real opportunities along the way.
Our Vision
A prosperous, united, and self-reliant Ghana led by empowered young people.
Our Mission
To develop, empower, and mobilise young people for leadership, innovation, and national development through structured civic participation, education, and community-driven action across every region of Ghana.
What We Stand For
Democracy
Rule of Law
Accountability
Transparency
Integrity
Equality
Inclusion
Service
Eligibility
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility: young people between 18 and 37 years are eligible to take part in this lobbying exercise.
Select the level at which you wish to lobby — National, Regional, or Local & Legislative.
Proceed to the registration page to begin.
Exercise Age Range
18–37
Years
YRG membership is open to every young Ghanaian aged 18–40. This 2026 lobbying exercise is open to applicants aged 18–37.
Open Positions
Positions Open
Lobbying is open across three levels of leadership. Registration is made at the level of your choice.
Regional Level
Regional Ministerial positions across Ghana's 16 regions.
- 16 Regional Ministerial Positions
Local & Legislative Structures
Youth Members of Parliament and Metropolitan, Municipal & District Chief Executives (MMDCEs).
- Youth Members of Parliament
- MMDCEs
What We Do
Building Leaders, Practically
Four pillars carry the work of the Republic — from the classroom of governance to the community itself.
Leadership & Civic Education
Hands-on experience in governance, public speaking, and policy through our Institute of Leadership & Governance.
Elections & Representation
A genuine democratic process, from nomination to inauguration, so every member has a real path to leadership.
Skills, Certification & Employment
Practical training and pathways to real opportunity, built by and for our members.
Community Development
Youth-driven action on the issues affecting our communities, from civic engagement to volunteerism.
How We're Built
A real, functioning democratic system — within our own constitution and independent Electoral Commission.
Youth Republic Ghana mirrors the structure of the nation we're preparing to lead — deliberately. Members contest elections, hold office, debate policy, and are held accountable, gaining genuine practice in the governance this country will one day hand to them.
National Congress
The sovereign gathering of the Republic's members.
Governing & Executive Councils
Stewarding the Republic's direction and day-to-day leadership.
National Representative Assembly
275 elected delegates — debating policy and holding office.
16 Regions → Districts → Communities
Organised nationwide — leadership development isn't reserved for the capital.
Lead · Govern · Build · Together
Ready to Lobby for a Position?
Select your level — National, Regional, or Local & Legislative — and begin your registration.
Open to young people aged 18–37.Contact
Reach the Republic
For enquiries, support, projects and partnerships — write directly to the appropriate office.