FAW Youth Conference
What is the FAW Youth Conference?
At the Football Association of Wales, we believe in the power of young people. Young people aren’t just the leaders of the future but have the drive, skills and ideas to make a positive change in football today.
What to Expect
The FAW Youth Conference is an opportunity to challenge yourself and expand your leadership potential in football while developing your skills and knowledge through a range of workshops, activities, and talks. The conference will provide a great networking opportunity to meet like-minded ambitious young people who aim to positively impact the game in their community and obtain a job in football in the future.
The 2025 FAW Youth Conference will take place both in South and North Wales on Wednesday 6th August at Colliers in Wrexham and Wednesday 13th of August at Dragon Park in Newport. Applications are open to young people aged between 11-18 years old.
The Youth Conference is FREE to attend; further information, including how to apply, is provided below
What are the Benefits of Attending?
There are a range of benefits that result from attending the FAW Youth Conference, these can include some of the below.
Develop your Skills & Knowledge
Hear from experts on a range of topics to develop your skills and knowledge.
Network & Share
Connect and engage with participants and special guests in meaningful conversations.
Certificate of Attendance
Obtain a certificate of participation.
Expand your Leadership Potential
Acquire the skills needed to unlock leadership potential.
Be a Part of the Future of Welsh Football
Find out about career and volunteer opportunities in football.
Agenda
| 9am | Arrival & Registration |
| 9.30 – 9.45am | Welcome & Overview |
| 9.45 – 10.00am | Guest Speaker |
| 10.00 – 10.30am | Icebreaker Activity |
| 10.30 – 11.15am | Workshop 1: Hidden Roles in Football |
| 11.15 – 11.30am | Break |
| 11.30 – 12.30pm | Workshop 2: Youth Leadership & Sustainability (FAW Youth Council) |
| 12.30 – 1.30pm | Lunch, Networking & Stalls |
| 1.15 – 2.15pm | Panel Discussion: Leading the Game “Youth Voices & Leadership in Football” |
| 2.30 – 4.30pm | Football and Esports (Practical) |
| 4.30 – 4.45pm | Close |
Sign-Up
Registration
Please note that spaces are limited and you are eligible to attend if you can answer yes to the following requirements:
- Are currently involved in football in Wales or have ambitions to become involved (e.g. Player, Coach, Official, volunteer).
- Will be aged 11-18 as of the 6th of August 2025 (Wrexham YC) / 13th August 2025 (Newport YC).
- You have permission to attend from parents/guardians if aged between 11-17.
Please complete the registration form via the link below to apply to attend either the FAW Youth Conference at Wrexham (6th Aug) or Newport (13th Aug).
The application window is now CLOSED. The application window for the 2026 Youth Conference will open again next year.
If you require accessibility support or have any questions about the Youth Conference please contact PAWB@faw.cymru
The FAW Youth Conference has been organised in collaboration with the FAW Youth Council.
The FAW Youth Council aims to provide a platform for children and young people to influence change and decision-making in Welsh football while developing themselves as young leaders and ambassadors of the game.
