The 2012 Women's Junior World Handball Championship was the 18th edition of the tournament and took place in the Czech Republic from 1 to 14 July.

Sweden won the title for the first time after defeating France 29–22 in the final.

[1] The pots were announced on April 11, 2012.

[2] The draw was held on April 18, 2012 in Ostrava, Czech Republic.

Chosen by team officials and IHF experts: IHF.info Source: [ http://www.ihf.info/files/competitiondata/726b3ef8-d159-4124-b10e-e2ad52e12cfa/pdf/TOPSCORER.pdf ihf.info] Source: ihf.info