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Afghan Youth at a Crossroads - Rights, Aspirations, Challenges and Opportunities.

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Afghan youth currently face a severe humanitarian, economic, and social crisis driven by political instability, strict social restrictions, and a collapsing economy. Here is a breakdown of the major issues affecting young people in Afghanistan today: On the Education & Employment Barriers Issues Ban on Female Education : Girls and young women are entirely barred from attending secondary schools and universities, stripping them of their right to learn and build professional futures. Mass Unemployment : The economic collapse has left the vast majority of young men and women without job opportunities, leading to widespread poverty and financial despair. Brain Drain : Highly educated and skilled youth continue to flee the country in search of safety and opportunity, leaving a critical gap in local talent and leadership. On the Mental Health & Social Restrictions issues Psychological Distress : Isolation, lack of hope, and economic stress have triggered a massive mental health cri...

Youth Mobilization Segment - Third Committee, General Assembly, 81st session.

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The United Nations General Assembly's (UNGA) Third Committee addresses a wide range of critical issues ranging from issues related to youth , persons with disabilities, cybercrime, the broader social development nexus and the promotion of fundamental dignity for all. These issues directly affect the lives and futures of children and youth globally, especially those from the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing Countries (SIDS). The UNGA Third Committee Youth Forum , convened by the chair of the Third Committee and co-convened with MGCY will serve as a space for dialogue between Member States, youth organizations/advocates, and other stakeholders from civil society organizations in consultative status with ECOSOC on issues addressed by the Third Committee , how they impact young people, and actions being taken by Member States and youth groups on the same. It is convened by the Chair of the Third Committee, in partnership with the Third Committee Secret...

UNAOC's PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival Ceremony.

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    Young filmmakers from around the world will take center stage at UNAOC's PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival Ceremony on 9 October 2026, at the Guild Hall of East Hampton as part of the 34th Hamptons International Film Festival (HIFF) in New York running October 2-12. Organized by the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) in partnership with HamptonsFilm , the PLURAL+ Ceremony will celebrate young filmmakers harnessing the power of storytelling to confront pressing social issues and inspire positive change . The programme will feature a curated screening of PLURAL+-recognized films, honour their creators, and serve as an opportunity for engagement with participating filmmakers to discuss the stories and perspectives behind their work . Now in its 18th edition, PLURAL+ is a platform for young people worldwide aged 25 and under to create original short films that challenge stereotypes, foster dialogue and mutual understanding , and offer constructive perspectives on ...

Youth Forum - Third Committee, General Assembly, 81st session.

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The UNGA Third Committee Youth Forum, convened by the chair of the Third Committee and co-convened with MGCY brings together youth, Member States (including their youth delegates), UN and stakeholders to discuss issues under Third Committee's purview and how they relate to youth. The United Nations General Assembly's (UNGA) Third Committee addresses a wide range of critical issues ranging from issues related to youth , persons with disabilities, cybercrime, the broader social development nexus and the promotion of fundamental dignity for all. These issues directly affect the lives and futures of children and youth globally, especially those from the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing Countries (SIDS). The UNGA Third Committee Youth Forum , convened by the chair of the Third Committee and co-convened with MGCY will serve as a space for dialogue between Member States, youth organizations/advocates, and other stakeholders from civil society organizatio...

Youth and AI Summit, in commemoration of International Youth Day 2026.

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Young people will live longest with the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence. This summit puts them at the center of the conversation, at United Nations Headquarters in New York, on the day the world recognizes youth. 15:00 Session 3 Panel discussion segment. 16:15 Session 4 An interactive discussion segment drawing participant input toward the youth outcome document. 17:30 Closing segment Presentation of the youth-led outcome document and key messages.  Closing remarks by partners. Concludes by 6:00 PM. Related Sites and Documents:  Summit Website ;  International Youth Day ;  Concept note and agenda . Watch the youth and AI Summit, in commemoration of International Youth Day 2026! 03:15:37 High-level Events

IYD2026 Celebration - GoodLifeForAll – From Inspiration to Action and Wellbeing.

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The International Youth Day 2026 Celebration – #GoodLifeForAll, organized by IAAI GloCha in partnership with the Mission of The Bahamas and other partners, brings together young leaders, United Nations stakeholders, governments, civil society, academia, technology innovators, and community organizations. The hybrid celebration is the public highlight of the GloCha GoodLifeForAll CoCreationLab 2026, taking place from 8-14 August 2026 in Bleiburg/Pliberk, Austria. Throughout the CoCreationLab, international partners collaborate to design innovative tools, strengthen partnerships, and develop pilot initiatives that advance the global youth mobilization campaign #GoodLifeForAll, promoting healthy lifestyles, healthy communities, and a healthy planet. The programme features innovative approaches that enable citizens - particularly young people - to identify local challenges, participate in community action, document measurable contributions, and collaborate across sectors through open,...

Youth and AI Summit, in commemoration of International Youth Day 2026.

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Young people will live longest with the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence. This summit puts them at the center of the conversation, at United Nations Headquarters in New York, on the day the world recognizes youth. 10:00 Opening plenary Welcome and framing of the day. Opening remarks by the organizing partners, Member State partners, and United Nations representatives. Youth keynote voices. 11:00 Session 1 Moderated discussion segment with youth respondents and questions from the floor. 12:00 Session 2 Curated presentations and moderated discussion. Related Sites and Documents:  Summit Web ,  International Youth Day  and  Concept note and agenda Watch the Youth and AI Summit, in commemoration of International Youth Day 2026! 03:41:10 High-level Events