Empowering youth for an inclusive and sustainable development
This 21st International Youth Day is an opportunity to reflect on the importance of engaging youth to implement the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Read more about how UN Volunteers are empowering youth to drive an inclusive and sustainable development.
While based in the Sahel - the most youthful region in the world, with 64.5% of youth aged under 25 [1] - I have had the opportunity to witness how youth volunteerism can empower young people and provide them with opportunities to actively participate in local, national, regional and global development activities.