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20 November 2017 | Youth
This is the slogan of the 13th Conference of Youth (COY13). It combines one of the most important ambitious of young climate activists with a Fijian term that carries its very own spirit – Talanoa Mada describe a process of inclusive, participatory…
23 October 2017 | Youth
“After learning about the SDGs, I cannot ignore them and I want to play my part in achieving them. And I will begin the change from myself and my surroundings,” said one participant.
In July and August 2017, the United Nations Office (UNO) in…
28 September 2017 | Youth
In many corners of the world, youth are becoming increasingly vulnerable to violent extremism. In some cases children or young people become radicalised and commit violent acts. In other places, a violent environment profoundly affects the lives of…
18 September 2017 | Youth
Youth are amongst the most affected by the pressing matters of our world, such as climate change, sustainable development or conflict prevention, the subject of this article. They must be engaged in these issues because the future belongs to them.…
07 August 2017 | Ageing, Youth
Youth and older persons are more vulnerable to social exclusion than others. Many young people live in unfavourable socio-economic environments, where they are unable to find a job and are at risk of being excluded in the labour force. Later in life…
07 August 2017 | Ageing, Youth
Youth and older persons are more vulnerable to social exclusion than others. Many young people live in unfavourable socio-economic environments, where they are unable to find a job and are at risk of being excluded in the labour force. Later in life…
02 August 2017 | Youth
In countries affected by conflict and violence, young people are commonly perceived as either perpetrators or victims. Turmoil and instability – including in recent years with the Arab Spring – are often explained by countries having large youth…
15 June 2017 | Youth
Digital disruptions are untapping the power of technology and unleashing economic value across countries and sectors. They are creating employment opportunities that increasingly rely on the digital skills available, the labour intensiveness of…
07 June 2017 | Youth
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Around the world, in economies at all stages of development, profound changes in the nature of work are underway. Recognizing the pressing need to begin marshalling global expertise to make the future of work the one we…
07 June 2017 | Youth
On 7-8 June, Europe’s leading forum on international cooperation and development will launch its eleventh edition, which will include 21 high level panels, 55 lab debates, 32 project/report labs, 16 brainstorming sessions, 76 “Global Village” stands…
01 June 2017 | Youth
The Workshop on Evidence-based Policies on Youth Development in Asia, and the Workshop on Promoting the Sustainability of the Youth Policy Toolbox in Asia-Pacific were held in Bangkok at the UNCC from 29 May to 1 June 2017. These workshops were…
01 May 2017 | Youth
Indigenous youth are integral stakeholders of decision making processes at a local, national and global level. On the occasion of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII), the UN Focal Point on Youth (UNDESA/DSPD) co-…