Who are the youth of today? Generation unlimited We have approached several young people to understand their vision and how they look at the society they live in and make it their own, from each one perspective
Global youth are facing a generational mental health crisis, with economic, social and environmental issues putting them under unprecedented pressure.
Increasing youth participation to address climate change One of the most important ways in which UNICEF helps young people participate in climate action is by giving them the opportunity to engage with leaders at events like the 2019 United Nations Youth Climate Summit in New York City.
UNGA represented a landmark moment for youth leadership at the UN, with progress in embedding institutional youth participation and youth-led innovations.
The bulk (95%) of youth-focused budgets are for education and skills development, with youth economic empowerment and leadership and participation programmes receieving an average of less than a tenth of the total youth-focused budgets.
Youth-led climate action initiatives are driving solutions for a sustainable future with cutting-edge tech and circular economic models.
South Asia's greatest strength is its youth; its young people are rising through adversity and rewriting the region’s story. On International Youth Day, we spotlight stories of young changemakers across South Asia. The region’s long-term growth and stability depends on investing in unlocking sustainable opportunities for young people.
In Zambia, adolescents and youth face significant challenges that hinder their development and potential. With over 50% of the population under the age of 18, youth are at the heart of our nation’s future. However, they grapple with issues such as high rates of unemployment, limited access to quality education, sexual and reproductive health services and increasing vulnerability to violence ...