Working Group Session: ILO
Join @ilo’s GEDI branch at #YOUNGA2023 to learn about the #new ILO Care Policy Investment Simulator and challenge yourself...
Join @ilo’s GEDI branch at #YOUNGA2023 to learn about the #new ILO Care Policy Investment Simulator and challenge yourself to design tailor-made care policy packages to advocate for a more caring society in a country of your choosing.
Working Group Session: ITU
Generation Connect's 'AI and the Future of Education' session will be an intergenerational dialogue on the subject of AI and the...
Generation Connect's 'AI and the Future of Education' session will be an intergenerational dialogue on the subject of AI and the Future of Education between youth experts and decision-makers on the topic.
Fireside Chat: Eliza Reid, First Lady of Iceland
As a journalist and editor who co-founded the annual Iceland Writers Retreat and authored the bestselling book Secrets of the...
As a journalist and editor who co-founded the annual Iceland Writers Retreat and authored the bestselling book Secrets of the Sprakkar, Eliza is dedicated to nurturing a community that promotes equality and empowerment. During this session, you'll have the unique opportunity to engage with the First Lady as she discusses her impactful endeavours and answers your pressing questions!
Working Group Session: UNESCO
Futures of Education: Upskilling and Reskilling for Tomorrow aims to bring focus on the skills that youth will need to successfully...
Futures of Education: Upskilling and Reskilling for Tomorrow aims to bring focus on the skills that youth will need to successfully navigate the labour markets of the future. And to explore the role of young people have in the transformation of education needed to enhance the proposed skills such as creative thinking, adaptability, creativeness and global citizenship.
Working Group Session: UNA-USA
Join the UNA-USA 11th Youth Observer to the UN to learn more about how to create a meaningful, action-driven youth declaration...
Join the UNA-USA 11th Youth Observer to the UN to learn more about how to create a meaningful, action-driven youth declaration! Delegates will be guided through every step of the declaration creation process and utilize these skills in real time.
Working Group Session: WHO
Hosted by the WHO Youth Council
Join an interactive discussion with the WHO Youth Council to explore the connections between climate change and health. Climate...
Join an interactive discussion with the WHO Youth Council to explore the connections between climate change and health. Climate change is the biggest health and humanitarian threat of the 21st century, yet progress towards curbing the effects and ensuring a just transition has been lagging behind. In this session, we will look at the health co-benefits of climate action, how is the fossil fuel addiction of governments harming the health of youth, and why is the health argument so important in addressing climate change.
Developing Ecosystems for Gender Equality
Equality and Inclusion
Enabling ecosystems are accessible, safe, and inclusive to all, especially young women, where all rights are upheld and...
Enabling ecosystems are accessible, safe, and inclusive to all, especially young women, where all rights are upheld and everyone is supported to thrive in an inclusive digital economy. Join a youth-led engaging, virtual dialogue on creating an enabling ecosystem for young women’s digital inclusion. We cannot achieve gender transformative change on our own; this session is a call to action to stakeholders in the digital innovation space to join DOT on a journey towards gender equality through meaningful collaboration & learning.
Data-driven Impact: Unlocking Sustainable Change with Technology
Equality and Inclusion
Dive into an immersive gathering of experts and change-makers. Explore gender, tech, and community engagement...
Dive into an immersive gathering of experts and change-makers. Explore gender, tech, and community engagement.
Collaborate with leaders across fields, working on data-driven solutions for global impact. Discover how data-driven advocacy empowers marginalized communities and amplifies underrepresented voices. Gain insights into innovative approaches, ethical considerations, and real-world impact. Let's unlock the power of data for an inclusive and sustainable future!
Join the Data-Driven Impact Conference. Register now and together, let's drive positive change!
Meet the UPR: Your Tool to Engage in Intergovermental Spaces
Equality and Inclusion
Join UN Women during YOUNGA 2023 for a Mastermind workshop on leveraging the UPR for youth engagement...
Join UN Women during YOUNGA 2023 for a Mastermind workshop on leveraging the UPR for youth engagement. Learn how the UPR promotes human rights, amplifies youth voices, and bridges the gap between rhetoric and action. Explore CSW68's priority theme, gain technical knowledge, and develop stakeholder reports for UPR submission. Be a catalyst for change and advocate for gender equality and poverty alleviation.
Data-driven Advocacy for Gender Equality
Equality and Inclusion
The data driven advocacy workshop will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become informed data users and communicators...
The data driven advocacy workshop will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become informed data users and communicators to advance gender equality. Data-driven advocacy is rooted in the understanding that decision-makers will be influenced by compelling messages based on rigorous data and evidence. This training provides youth advocates interested in advocating for change in gender equality with the knowledge and skills to develop messages and actions backed by data to influence individuals and impact decision-making.
Nature-based Solutions: Harnessing the Planet's Power
Climate Action and Sustainable Living
If we don’t take action, we will reach several tipping points very soon. And while many low-emission technologies are beginning to scale...
If we don’t take action, we will reach several tipping points very soon. And while many low-emission technologies are beginning to scale, the likelihood that this would get us to a safe temperature in time is - nil.
We must bring the global temperature down to a safe level, well below 1.5°C. But don’t count on machines to do so: there is no scenario in which they could be scaled to the size at the speed required.
Thankfully, we’ve got a great ally in this fight: it’s called Life.
Our job is to encourage it to flourish.
Come and learn how you can save our world by encouraging life."
Reimagining 2050 for a Carbon-neutral World
Climate Action and Sustainable Living
Achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 is a Grand Challenge that requires innovation and collaboration to achieve...
Achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 is a Grand Challenge that requires innovation and collaboration to achieve. As youths, sustainable development matters because our future is at stake and we need to start thinking about how a carbon neutral world looks like.
In this Design Thinking workshop, participants will work together to reimagine what public places - schools, neighborhood and supermarkets - might look like in the year 2050. Built on Society 5.0 principles and the Sustainable Development Goals, there will be spaces for youth to discuss and debate a liveable low-carbon future.
Pixels, Decibel, Colour: Creative Arts for Climate Action
Climate Action and Sustainable Living
How many heritage sites are inscribed on the World Heritage List? How do arts, culture, and heritage connect to climate reality and sustainable living?...
How many heritage sites are inscribed on the World Heritage List? How do arts, culture, and heritage connect to climate reality and sustainable living? At the YOUNGA BridgingTheGap Innovation Mastermind session, partnering with the Children and Youth Constituency of UNFCCC Arts, Culture, and Heritage Working Group and other partners, participants can share knowledge and interests in applying arts, audiovisual mechanisms, and cultural elements to express what makes sustainable living and tackling climate change possible.
Allyship: Global North and Global South for Climate Action
Climate Action and Sustainable Living
Designed for and by young climate leaders, this workshop will try to explain the concept of a respectful and effective allyship...
Designed for and by young climate leaders, this workshop will try to explain the concept of a respectful and effective allyship; to discuss if, when, and how to support and collaborate with frontline communities; and to improve overall partnerships between youth in the global North and South in driving climate action.
Putting Community at the Center
Climate Action and Sustainable Living
Effective and inclusive community engagement is a critical step for many initiatives looking to spark change for a sustainable future...
Effective and inclusive community engagement is a critical step for many initiatives looking to spark change for a sustainable future. It is key not only for assessing needs and identifying solutions, but also respecting cultural differences and ensuring long-term outcomes. In this collaborative session, participants will deep dive into NAAEE’s Community Engagement Guidelines, investigate the concept of “community”, explore five key principles for community engagement, begin applying the principles to their own work, and see how they can materialize in many contexts around the world.
Trauma-informed Yoga: Self-care for You
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Exhale to Inale invites you to take 30 minutes for your wellbeing. Take a break and fill up your cup in this chair yoga practice...
Exhale to Inale invites you to take 30 minutes for your wellbeing. Take a break and fill up your cup in this chair yoga practice. You can wear any comfortable clothing and no mat is required.
Rebels Of Kindness: How Loving-Care Transforms Self, Others and Planet
Mental Health and Wellbeing
The Rebels of Kindness presentation is inspired by the book of the same title, which shines a spotlight on a global movement...
The Rebels of Kindness presentation is inspired by the book of the same title, which shines a spotlight on a global movement toward altruism, toward a kinder, just more sustainable planet. Through real-life stories, parables, poetry and science-backed meditations, this presentation offers budding or aspiring leaders the chance to develop their inner power to transforms power systems in their communities and biosphere.
Community-centered Design: Digital Health Solutions
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Vitala Global will host a workshop where you will have the opportunity to learn about design strategies for Sexual and Reproductive Health digital tools...
Vitala Global will host a workshop where you will have the opportunity to learn about design strategies for Sexual and Reproductive Health digital tools. We will focus on the basics of human and community-centered design by exploring Aya Contigo, a digital platform for Sexual and Reproductive Health information & accompaniment in Venezuela that has reached more than 2,500 users. We want to share the successes and challenges of implementing this tool so you can find inspiration, mentorship, and connection for your own digital health and education innovations.
Safe Spaces: Conversations, Strategies and Tools for Mental Health
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Delve into the profound potential of Including Community Care within Social Justice Movements at our exclusive Innovation Mastermind...
Delve into the profound potential of Including Community Care within Social Justice Movements at our exclusive Innovation Mastermind. Unveiling the often overlooked power of community care, this transformative session explores its vital role in fostering inclusivity, support, and resilience within social justice initiatives. Discover innovative strategies, exchange insights, and unlock new pathways towards creating sustainable change. Engage in meaningful discussions, gain practical knowledge, and connect with like-minded individuals passionate about driving equitable & impactful progress"
Youth-led Advocacy for SRHR
Mental Health and Wellbeing
VSO will be hosting a session on the power of Youth led advocacy in enhancing responsive Sexual Reproductive Health Services for youth...
VSO will be hosting a session on the power of Youth led advocacy in enhancing responsive Sexual Reproductive Health Services for youth. Youth champions from VSO’s National Youth Engagement Network (NYEN) in Tanzania will share their experience and inspirational stories from their successful intervention. This will also highlight outcomes around Mental health and youth well being
What to expect from the session.
• Unleash your advocacy power.
• Get inspiration to start advocating
• Get experience and guidance on how to conduct a successful SRH Services advocacy.
Shaping the Future with Design Thinking
Future of Education and Work
You want to make a difference and shape the future?Let's bridge the gap between theory and practice together. As a participant...
You want to make a difference and shape the future?Let's bridge the gap between theory and practice together.
As a participant in our design thinking workshop, you receive direct access to real-life economic and social challenges via our open innovation platform. Work on real use cases from innovative companies and organizations and submit your ideas on our platform. Get the chance to further develop your concept with mayor companies to gain great rewards like collaboration, prize money, exclusive events & mentoring, further skills & viable contacts.
Generation AI: Technology for Changemakers
Future of Education and Work
With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) technology impacting every person, the Generation AI Innovation Mastermind is aimed at...
With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) technology impacting every person, the Generation AI Innovation Mastermind is aimed at equipping participants with the knowledge to leverage AI for positive change. Come explore advancements including chatbots, information integration, data collection, and AI privacy to develop a better understanding of how AI is changing the future of every industry and shaping education for the next generation. Participating delegates will take away refined knowledge and skills to utilize AI to help develop, advise, and refine the YOUNGA 2023 communique.
The Transformative Power of Feminist Mentorship
Future of Education and Work
This session explores the transformative approaches of mentoring and its role in building individual and collective power...
This session explores the transformative approaches of mentoring and its role in building individual and collective power and redefining leadership paradigms. A panel of speakers will lead a thought-provoking discussion on the significance of mentorship in empowering women on their leadership journeys. The participants will engage in a dynamic group mentoring experience in smaller groups guided by Wedu’s mentors. This hands-on mentoring experience will enable participants to gain practical insights, receive personalized guidance, and navigate their unique leadership paths with confidence.
Tracking Your Impact: M&E for Activists
Future of Education and Work
Join Global Changemakers' interactive workshop on Zoom, to learn about the significance of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) in...
Join Global Changemakers' interactive workshop on Zoom, to learn about the significance of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) in environmental and gender equality activism, and gain practical tools to measure your impact in these areas.This session covers key M&E concepts, techniques, and considerations for sustainability and gender equality. Participate in designing sample indicators for gender equality and environmental projects, and explore how to leverage M&E findings to enhance environmental initiatives. Don't miss out on this opportunity to equip yourself as a youth leader in driving positive change.
Building an Advocacy Case for Your Cause
Peace and Justice
This session is planned for participants to learn about how to engage with policymakers through effective advocacy...
This session is planned for participants to learn about how to engage with policymakers through effective advocacy. Individuals will come away prepared to interact with government representatives effectively including how to craft a case, what materials are needed, and other tips and guidance.
A Fireside Chat with the 12th UNA-USA Youth Observer to the UN
Peace and Justice
Join the UNA-USA Youth Observer as they share their experiences as a youth leader at the UN, how they empower youth in global advocacy...
Join the UNA-USA Youth Observer as they share their experiences as a youth leader at the UN, how they empower youth in global advocacy and UNA-USA projects that delegates can get involved in after YOUNGA. The Youth Observer will share best practices, tools and insight from the following initiatives: UNA-USA Listening Tour, Youth Human Rights Declaration and our UDHR 75th Anniversary on UN Day. Delegates will have an opportunity to share their experiences, contribute directly to youth-led projects and brainstorm ways forward on how to take action in their communities after YOUNGA.
The EVOLVE Sustainability Sprint: Sparking Imagination and Action
Peace and Justice
To address today’s global challenges, a new approach has emerged: The EVOLVE Sustainability Sprint. In this sprint, we combine...
To address today’s global challenges, a new approach has emerged: The EVOLVE Sustainability Sprint. In this sprint, we combine the best of 21st century sustainability practices with the EVOLVE Sustainability Framework to spark imagination and action for a better world. As a highly interactive mastermind session, you will learn about the four steps of evaluation, imagination, innovation, and implementation and team up to find solutions to achieve the SDGs. You will also discover how putting compassion at the center leads to better decision making and a more sustainable world.
Trends into Action: The Power of Youth Movements
Peace and Justice
Are you wondering what are the latest tactics and strategies used by youth-led movements to defend human rights and civic space?...
Are you wondering what are the latest tactics and strategies used by youth-led movements to defend human rights and civic space? Do you want to learn more about the latest trends in youth activism and civic space expansion? Join us for our “Trends into Action: The Power of Youth Movements” session to share with us your lived experience of activism, your learnings and challenges and learn more on how to resource your work, expand your reach and strengthen your capacities as an individual and activist.
Igniting the Power of Youth through Everyday Activism
Peace and Justice
Justice Desk Africa will facilitate a virtual workshop on how young people can drive positive social change through Everyday Activism...
Justice Desk Africa will facilitate a virtual workshop on how young people can drive positive social change through Everyday Activism. Through insightful discussion, meaningful engagement and fun activities, participants will be equipped with the essential skills needed to create positive social change.
A Fireside Chat with Ishaan Shah
Peace and Justice
Join us for a fireside chat with Ishaan Shah, the Co-Founder of Stolen Dreams, a youth-led organization working internationally...
Join us for a fireside chat with Ishaan Shah, the Co-Founder of Stolen Dreams, a youth-led organization working internationally to combat modern slavery and human trafficking. Stolen Dreams is an organization, working internationally with governments, institutions, civil society and youth to drive action around ending contemporary forms of exploitation (modern slavery). Their work involves educational outreach projects, advocacy, taking part in high-level policy discussions/negotiations and exercising accountability. Their work has influenced people and policy across the world, including at the United Nations, transforming awareness into tangible actions, mobilizing stakeholders. Recognizing intersectionalities, they also work to combat gender inequality, climate change, inequalities and other connected human rights issues. They spend much of our time with organizations, policymakers, experts, academics, writers and educators, learning from the best minds in the world on these issues. Since their launch in 2017, they have travelled deep into the anti-slavery movement, always learning at speed. Their core aims involve promoting the meaningful inclusion of youth and driving comprehensive, concrete and efficient actions against contemporary forms of exploitation.