diff --git a/.gitea/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature-request.md b/.gitea/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature-request.md
index efd3a6ad03..3708f2514e 100644
--- a/.gitea/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature-request.md
+++ b/.gitea/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature-request.md
@@ -14,6 +14,9 @@ title: "[FEAT] "
    take a moment to check that your feature hasn't already been suggested.
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+## Needs and benefits
+<!-- Please describe the needs this feature intends to address and the benefits it brings. -->
+
 ## Feature Description
 <!-- Please describe the feature you would like to see added as clearly and succinctly as possible. -->