Saturday 11 November 2023
Panel
Their Future, Their Voice: the power of youth in tackling today’s challenges
According to the United Nations Population Fund, the world is home to 1.8 billion young people, that is, the largest generation of youth in history (UNFPA, 2019). Faced with today’s global challenges, their massive mobilization whether it be through education, technology, entrepreneurship or activism demonstrates the power they hold in raising awareness in their communities, promoting more sustainable lifestyle changes and solutions for the future and advocating for the rights of vulnerable groups. The recent creation of a United Nations Youth Office represents a chance to pilot a new model of youth leadership in the UN, allowing the participation of young people at the highest level. This session featuring initiatives from all over the world will discuss how to boost youth-led and youth-inclusive solutions on the ground and how to place meaningful youth engagement and empowerment at the heart of decision-making processes.
Pierre Siankowski
Managing Editor, Brut
Moderator
Heela Yoon
Founder and Director, Afghan Youth Ambassadors for Peace Organization / 2022 UN SDG Young Leader
Speaker
Marlène Harnois
Olympic Athlete and Representative of the Champions for Peace Club, Peace and Sport
Speaker
Roberto Hernández Juárez
Climate Activist-Researcher, Founder of Youth Building The Future Global (YBTFG)
Speaker
Benjamin Mwape
Youth and Partnerships Expert, AU-EU Youth Cooperation Hub
Speaker
Pleun Vaartjes
Swiss Youth Representative to the United Nations
Speaker
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