Be a Hunger Hero!

Friday, March 25, 2022, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Join the World Food Prize’s2022 New York Youth Institute at Cornell University!

The New York Youth Institute(NYYI) is a career development experience hosted at Cornell University for New York high school students to spend a day engaging with leading experts on critical global challenges, join in educational activities, and explore exciting ways to make a difference in New York and around the world.

Ninth through twelfth grade students are eligible to participate.
Students research a global issue and write a paper under the guidance of a mentor (e.g., teacher, coach, parent).

Step-by-step paper instructions provided

Registration and participation are free; travel to Cornell University is not covered by the NYYI.
Participants explore global problems; collaborate with other passionate youth on solutions; meet world-class experts; grow professional networks; gain research and public speaking experience; earn recognition as Borlaug Scholars; and qualify for internships and further opportunities.
Online registration and paper submission are due Monday, February 21

Share our 2022 NYYI flyer and learn more at www.worldfoodprize.org/newyork.

Final Note: We’re seeking the support of faculty, staff, graduate students, and other local professionals to provide the NYYI high school participants feedback on their paper presentations during roundtables at the March 25^th event. Interested folks may volunteer to be one of our roundtable expert panelists.

Please reach out to NYYI Coordinator Polly E. Holmberg peh58@cornell.edu with your interest and questions.