Youth Contest Program (YCP)

Youth members from IARU Region 1 member societies are invited to take part in a contest from so called “Top-Gun” stations. These young HAM’s will learn how to operate the contest station, improve their contest skills and will aim for the best results together as a team. Further, get to know the host country and meet up with local ham radio operators. Make new friends, network amongst each other, share knowledge and have a great time.

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Participating Stations in IARU Region 1 since its start in 2013:

  • 4O3A | Montenegro
  • 9A1A | Croatia
  • A44A | Oman
  • DM9EE | Germany
  • EA8URL | Canary Islands
  • EC2DX | Spain
  • ES5TV / ES9C | Estonia
  • F6KOP | France
  • LX7I / LX2A | Luxembourg
  • LZ5R | Bulgaria
  • OZ5E | Denmark
  • SK3W | Sweden
  • More stations upcoming!

 

Rules:
  • Young people aged ≤ 25 years
  • Participant should be member of IARU R1 member society
    -> 1 or 2 participants per IARU R1 member society
  • Any level of contest experience accepted
    -> Basic knowledge about contesting and using a transceiver
  • Group of ~6 international youths and ~6 domestic youths
  • Participants are asked to fund their own travel costs
    -> All other costs will be covered by IARU Region 1 Youth Commitee

 

Become a host station for the YCP

Are you part of an active contest station? Join YCP to bring new young operators into the world of contesting!

By hosting one or more youngsters into your team during a major contest you’ll share your knowledge, build the next generation of contesters and contribute to the future of amateur radio.

Why join?

  • IARU R1 Youth Committee helps you connect with young and motivated contest operators of all experience levels, from beginners to experts, from all around the world.
  • We support hosts by offering financial assistance to cover food, accommodation and other related expenses
  • Gain visibility as a YOTA partner station
  • Help grow the community of skilled contesters, some may become official members of your contest team!

 

Do you have further questions about the Youth Contest Program (YCP)?

Drop us an email at info@ham-yota.com.