#Youth Engagement

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Celebrating Pledge of Allegiance Day

Hello, everyone! December 28th is a special day for us to honor and reflect on the words that unite our nation – it’s Pledge of Allegiance Day. Have you ever wondered why we stand up, place our hands over our hearts, and recite these powerful words? Let’s explore the significance together. The Pledge of Allegiance is more than just a series of words; it is a heartfelt expression of our loyalty…

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Message from UN-Habitat Executive Director Anacláudia Rossbach on World Habitat Day 2024

"This World Habitat Day, we celebrate you – the young, the brave, and the changemakers of today and tomorrow. You are the heartbeat of our cities, the force driving us toward a better future.

Housing is the foundation of sustainable development – it impacts everything from poverty reduction and gender equality to climate action. And it empowers you, the youth, to build the future you deserve."

Message from UN-Habitat Executive Director Anacláudia Rossbach on World Habitat Day 2024.

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(Part 1) Celebrating the Future with Localization of SDGs, Culture, Youth and Digital Innovation.

Expected Outcomes:

Strengthened collaboration between youth, local communities, and global partners.

Enhanced digital innovation and data integration for SDG localization.

Increased awareness of cultural initiatives and their role in climate action and sustainable development.

Networking opportunities for stakeholders to explore future partnerships and initiatives.

This event serves as a significant precursor to the UN Summit of the Future 2024, setting the stage for impactful discussions and actions toward achieving global goals.

This conference, held just before the UN Summit of the Future 2024, focuses on engaging youth, promoting digital innovation, and localizing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It brings together various stakeholders to explore creative solutions and governance innovations, essential for a sustainable future.

Watch (Part 1) Celebrating the Future with Localization of SDGs, Culture, Youth and Digital Innovation.

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Dr. Ajoy Kumar Distributes Cricket Kits to Young Athletes in Jamshedpur

Former MP emphasizes the importance of sports and education for national progress. In Jamshedpur, former MP and senior Congress leader Dr. Ajoy Kumar distributed cricket kits to around 180 young athletes, stressing the importance of sports and education. JAMSHEDPUR – Dr. Ajoy Kumar, former MP and senior Congress leader, distributed cricket kits to approximately 180 young athletes on Monday,…

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Happy World Day for International Justice! ⚖️

Celebrate World Day for International Justice! ⚖️ Honor the importance of human rights, the rule of law, and accountability. Advocate, support global justice, and educate others to build a just world for all.

July 17th marks the World Day for International Justice, a day dedicated to recognizing the crucial role of human rights, the rule of law, and accountability in our global society. This day is a call to action for individuals, organizations, and governments worldwide to advocate for and support global justice. By educating ourselves and others about the importance of these principles, we can…

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(Panel Session 1) 6th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue.

"The Role of Education and youth engagements in Combating Xenophobia and Discrimination"

Keynote speaker:

Mr. Firudin Gurbanov, Deputy Minister of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Moderator: 

Prof. Alpaslan Özerdem, Dean of the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution, George Mason University, USA

Panelists:

Prof. Fethi Mansouri, Founding Director, Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalization, UNESCO Chairholder, Cultural Diversity and Social Justice

Dr. Fanta Aw, President, and CEO of the NAFSA-Association of International Educators, USA

Mr. Joaquim Llimona Balcells, Director of the Diplomatic School of Barcelona

Prof. Feng Peng, Dean of School of Arts, Peking University, China

Dr. Fariz Ismayilzada, Vice-Rector of ADA University, Azerbaijan

H.E. Hamed Al Hamami, Ambassador, Permanent Delegate of the Sultanate of Oman to UNESCO

Related Sites and Documents

6th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue website Baku Process Home Page

Watch (Panel Session 1) 6th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue!

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COP28 boosts youth engagement in climate action: Nigerian Minister of Youth Development

Dr. Jamila Ibrahim, Minister of Youth Development in Nigeria, emphasised the vital role of young people in the ongoing United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) held in Dubai. She highlighted the potential for groundbreaking innovation in climate action and mitigation strategies when youth actively engage in the process. In her remarks to on the sidelines of the COP28 meetings in Dubai,…

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i absolutely love teenagers. i told a group of them about my work and asked them what their demands for the united nations would be and they debated among themselves and told me to "tell them to make doner kebab three euros again". yeah man i'll ask

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Strategies for Building Cultures of Peace with Youth.

Young people should be at the forefront of global change and innovation. Empowered, they can be key agents for development and peace. If, however, they are left on society’s margins, all of us will be impoverished. Let us ensure that all young people have every opportunity to participate fully in the lives of their societies. kofi annan ⸪ To tie all of our learning together, we created a theory of change according to how the youth participants believe violence transformation and peacebuilding can occur. This theory of change was based on the work of Anderson (n.d.) who uses backward mapping, beginning with the goal and working outward toward the strategies. We explored the ingredients or building blocks required to build cultures of peace within our communities. We also identified the indicators, which would reveal our successes and failures in this effort. During this process the youth reflected on their past public engagement1 work and reflected on how they regularly developed strategies without considering the building blocks or the indicators of peace explicitly, a practice they hoped to include in future planning.

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On Thursday, Governor Tim Walz sat down for an interview with author Glennon Doyle, her partner Abby Wambach, and her sister Amanda Doyle during a taping of the We Can Do Hard Things podcast. The conversation touched on key election issues such as abortion and gun violence. However, midway through the podcast, the discussion shifted to queer youth, specifically transgender kids. Rather than shying away from the topic, Walz delivered a passionate, several-minute-long defense of LGBTQ+ rights, including transgender healthcare. He outlined his vision for the administration’s role in protecting these rights.

The question came from Abby Wambach, who turned to the topic after discussing Walz’ founding of a Gay-Straight Alliance at his high school in the mid-90s. Wambach asked, “Well, thank you Governor Walz so much for protecting even in the late ’90s queer kids. And so I have to ask, what will a Harris-Walz administration do to protect our queer kids today?”

Walz discussed positive legislative actions, such as codifying hate crime laws and increasing education, while emphasizing the importance of using his platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. He then addressed the role of judges in safeguarding medical care for queer youth: “I also think what Abby, your point is on this, and I was just mentioning, we need to appoint judges who uphold the right to marriage, uphold the right to be who you are, making sure that’s the case, uphold the right to get the medical care that you need. We should not be naive. Those appointments are really, really important. I think that’s what the vice president is committed to.”

He didn’t stop there. Instead, he directly pivoted to calling out national anti-transgender attack ads which have flooded the airwaves across the United States, often airing besides NFL football games and other major sporting events. The Trump administration has spent upwards of $20 million on such ads, with outside organizations spending $80 million on various races.

“We see it now; the hate has shifted to the trans community. They see that as an opportunity. If you’re watching any sporting events right now, you see that Donald Trump’s closing arguments are to demonize a group of people for being who they are,” Walz said. He continued, “We’re out there trying to make the case that access to healthcare, a clean environment, manufacturing jobs, and keeping your local hospital open are what people are really concerned about. They’re running millions of dollars of ads demonizing folks who are just trying to live their lives.”

He emphasized the importance of representation and the impact of coming out, particularly for parents who may not have been exposed to LGBTQ+ identities and therefore might lack understanding. Walz pointed out, “Look, you’re reaching a lot of folks in hearing this, and for some people it’s not even out of malice and it’s not a pejorative, it’s out of ignorance. They maybe have not been around people. You’ve all seen this, however it takes you to get there, but I know it’s a little frustrating when you see folks have an epiphany when their child comes out to them.”

The strong defense of queer and trans youth came just one day after Kamala Harris participated in a Fox News interview with Brett Baier. Baier, who maintained a hostile tone throughout, pressed Harris on transgender issues with his second question. Rather than adopting the Republican framing, as some Democrats have done recently, Harris emphasized that the law requires medically necessary care for transgender inmates and criticized Trump for spending $20 million on ads focused on an issue far removed from the priorities of most Americans. Her response prompted Baier to quickly shift to another topic.

In back-to-back days, the Harris-Walz ticket has made it clear they will not back down on queer and trans rights, despite the barrage of anti-trans attack ads. This stance is likely reinforced by the repeated failure of similar ads in recent races, including Wisconsin’s Supreme Court election, legislative races in Pennsylvania and Virginia, Georgia’s Herschel Walker vs. Raphael Warnock election, Andy Beshear’s reelection in Kentucky, and the 2023 losses of 70% of Moms for Liberty and Project 1776 school board candidates across the United States. For transgender people, these interviews are likely a welcome relief after some wavering responses from other Democratic candidates in swing states.

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Political Leaders Seek to Attract Young People with Integrity to Politics

In recent years, there has been growing concern about the lack of young people with integrity in politics. Many political leaders have expressed a desire to attract more young people who are committed to ethical behavior, transparency, and community service.

To address this issue, political parties and organizations are taking steps to create a more welcoming environment for young people with integrity. One strategy is to promote transparency and accountability in government by making information about financial interests, voting records, and other relevant data publicly available.

In addition, many organizations are working to promote community engagement by supporting volunteer programs and youth leadership initiatives. These efforts aim to encourage young people to get involved in their communities and see politics as a way to make a positive impact.

Another important strategy is to provide mentorship and support for young people who are interested in politics. This includes creating mentorship programs and offering internships and other opportunities for young people to learn about politics and gain practical experience.

At the same time, political leaders are taking steps to address issues of corruption and ethical lapses in government. By promoting ethical behavior and preventing corruption, leaders hope to rebuild public trust in government and encourage more young people to get involved in politics.

Finally, many political parties and organizations are emphasizing the importance of diversity and representation in politics. By actively recruiting candidates from diverse backgrounds and supporting policies that promote equality and representation, leaders hope to create a political system that reflects the diversity of the communities it serves.

Overall, political leaders recognize the need to attract more young people with integrity to politics in order to build a stronger, more inclusive, and more effective political system. By promoting transparency, accountability, community engagement, mentorship, ethical behavior, and diversity, leaders hope to create a more welcoming environment for young people who are committed to making a positive impact in their communities.

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Closing Ceremony - World Habitat Day 2024 (Querétaro, Mexico).

On 7 October 2024, the Global Observance of World Habitat Day, will be under the theme "Engaging youth to create a better urban future." The world is rapidly urbanizing, and many urban residents these days are young people, especially in some countries in Africa and Asia. It will focus on how we can engage the new generation in planning their urban present and future through participatory processes and local leadership opportunities. 

Watch the Closing Ceremony - World Habitat Day 2024 (Querétaro, Mexico)!

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(Part 2) Celebrating the Future with Localization of SDGs, Culture, Youth and Digital Innovation.

This conference, held just before the UN Summit of the Future 2024, focuses on engaging youth, promoting digital innovation, and localizing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It brings together various stakeholders to explore creative solutions and governance innovations, essential for a sustainable future.

Watch (Part 2) Celebrating the Future with Localization of SDGs, Culture, Youth and Digital Innovation!

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Rotary Club Hosts Grooming and Etiquette Session at St. Mary's Hindi School

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Little things adults and older people can do to help younger people and children feel included, safe, and respected as an equal individual:

Ask before touching the young person - even for hugs. Ask before you take pictures of them, and let them see photographs of them before they are printed or sent to others (even family).

Apologize when you are wrong

Ask for a young persons thoughts on a subject, then engage with them after they have spoken

Demonstrate behaviour you want to see from them (see: apologizing). Say "excuse me," say "thank you," say "please" to them

Validate their feelings, even if they don't know how to express them just yet

Remember that this is the first time they've been alive, and that you've had way longer to "figure it out"

These are some things I wish other adults remembered when engaging with young folks. We so often forget what childhood felt like and how unfair it all was because we were often awarded freedoms as adults that we never had as children. These kids are equal to adults, and they deserve the same courtesy, respect, kindness, and understanding we give to other adults.