Run for a Top Leadership Role in the Baltic Sea Region Youth Forum Elections 

If you are 16-29 and live or are from the Baltic Sea Region, you are invited to run for a top leadership position in the Baltic Sea Region Youth Forum (BSRYF), a platform enabling young individuals to shape their future. Registration for the third election cycle is now open. Young individuals and aspiring young leaders can apply until 6 April 2025, with elections taking place online on 24 April 2025.  

“Joining BSRYF is an exciting side quest to whatever you’re already achieving. It not only allows you to meet incredible and dedicated people but also gives you the opportunity to discuss topics you never thought you could share your perspective on.”
Simona Jakaite, the current Chair of the Committee of Youth Representatives

The elections will fill seats in two main bodies of the BSRYF: the Committee of Youth Representatives (CYR), the Forum’s legislative body with up to 20 members, where young voices engage in meaningful discussions and propose innovative policies; and the Steering Group (SG), the executive body responsible for guiding the Forum’s activities and ensuring the implementation of its initiatives. 

The online elections are scheduled for 24 April 2025, from 15:00 to 17:00 CEST (Stockholm time).   

The links to the online election meeting will be distributed via the CBSS Youth newsletter and to the members of the BSRYF. Voting is open to all BSRYF members, so all individuals and groups should ensure they are registered as simple BSRYF members as well. To become a regular member of the BSRYF, register here. 

How to apply for the CYR and SG elections 

• To the Committee of Youth Representatives (CYR): To join this open and youth-led legislative body of BSRYF, the most important criterion for applicants is to be between 16 and 29 years of age and be a resident of one of the 10 CBSS Member States (or have the nationality of one). Motivation and time are also essential for any BSRYF member, especially CYR. Passion for youth advocacy and the Baltic Sea Region is what all CYR members share. Skills and experience are always welcome, but the CYR is also a place where members grow and develop skills that they desire. New members of the CYR will be elected during the elections on 24 April 2025 at 15:00 CEST (Stockholm time). It is possible to be elected in absence, but online presence at the elections is encouraged. Individuals can apply here. 

• To the Steering Group: This is the executive body of BSRYF and is comprised of five members: two youth-orientated organisations and three individuals elected to the CYR. The elections for Steering Group individual members will be held after the CYR is elected. Individuals wanting to be in the Steering Group have to become CYR members first. The elections for Steering Group organisations will be held together with the CYR elections on 24 April 2025 at 15:00 CEST (Stockholm time).  

• Note to organisations applying to the SG and voting in the elections: To participate in the elections, an organisation must have applied by 6 April 2025. Organisations eligible to vote in the BSRYF election can submit a vote delegation form by 23 April 2024 at 15:00 CEST (Stockholm time). This will allow their representative to cast three votes on behalf of the organisation. Organisations can apply here. 

Additional information 

• Info sessions: Online info session will be held for both interested individuals and organisations on 21 March 2025 at 16:00 CET (Stockholm time). The link for the info session will be distributed on the day of the event. To receive the link, please register here. 

• Additional information about the BSRYF can be found on the CBSS website and on the Baltic Sea Youth website. 

• Do you still have questions? Please reach out to our youth team at the CBSS who will be happy to help: [email protected]