In order for our sport to reach new heights, we need to take into consideration the health and development of young athletes. As a result, the IJRU Board of Directors has established the Youth Development Commission.  

This group will look into the development of young athletes and will advise the Board and other IJRU committees about rules, events, programming and more. This includes the establishment of grass roots, organized and educational programming that focuses on the principles of Long-Term Athlete Development. This commission is tasked with the growth strategy of our youth and to bring our sport to youth around the world. 

Apply today 

Are you interested in joining the Youth Development Commission? Do you have a passion for athlete development and youth programming? Please complete the Youth Development Commission Application and submit it by email to IJRU at info@ijru.sport by July 15. 

As a member of this group, you will be expected to attend meetings and complete tasks between meetings as assignment by the Commission Chair. 

Minimum Qualifications 

Below are the minimum qualification for the Youth Development Commission. Please only submit an application if you meet the minimum qualifications. In order to sit on the Youth Development Commission, you need to: 

• Belong to an IJRU member country  

• Be at least 18 years of age 

• Be able to read and write in English 

We will give priority to those applicants with work or educational experience in: 

• Developing youth programs 

• Youth education 

• Organizational leadership 

• Education in health sciences, medicine or education 

Please note  

Youth Development Commission members do not represent their National Governing Body as a delegate. They are IJRU official representatives from a particular country. 

Selection process 

The Board of Directors will review all nominations and make a final decision at our board meeting on August 15. We will take all applications we receive into consideration when appointing members to the Commission.  

All successful applicants will receive a letter of appointment by August 19 and the Youth Development Commission will begin meeting in September.  

Youth Development Commission Charter 

Review the Youth Development Commission Charter for full details about the objectives and mandate of the Youth Development Commission. 

We would like to thank all of those who apply. Only those who have been selected for appointment will be contacted.