United Nations Youth Office

In an era marked by challenges that threaten #OurCommonFuture — from escalating conflicts to environmental crises — it's more urgent than ever that we join together to raise our voices to push for urgent and inclusive change ?? We need world leaders and institutions to take immediate action to make global policymaking and decision-making spaces more representative of the communities they serve. Putting more diverse perspectives around the decision-making table is the only way to ensure we don’t continue to repeat past mistakes. Young people recognize this perhaps more than anyone else, as the generation that will live with the consequences of the decisions taken today. By championing intergenerational solidarity and finding innovative solutions even in the most challenging of circumstances, young people remind us that a better world is still possible ?? That is why we are mobilizing young people and allies around the world in support of an open letter, letting world leaders know: It’s time to let #YouthLead ? Join the movement by signing the open letter & letting leaders know it’s time to #ActNow??? bit.ly/LetYouthLead

Young people are not just the future — they are also the leaders of today!???? ? At CSW 2025, United Nations Youth Office and World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts came together to break barriers and build equitable and inclusive futures — ensuring that young voices, especially young women and girls, are heard where decisions are made.???? ? From advocacy to policy change to intergenerational leadership, this event was about turning ideas into action. Because when youth have a seat at the table, real change happens. ? This is just the beginning — who’s ready to lead???? Felipe Paullier Olivera, Candela G. #YouthLead #CSW2025 #BreakingBarriers #BuildingFutures #ListenToGirls

Last chance! ? Applications close tomorrow to join Life of Pachamama at COP30! ?? This is a unique opportunity for young leaders from the?Global South?to receive support to attend COP30—including?technical trainings beforehand, on-site guidance, and tools and resources?to bring knowledge back to their communities after the conference. ????Deadline: 13 March 2025 ???Apply now:?https://lnkd.in/gUBgKHJg #COP30 #Youth4Climate #GlobalSouthVoices

2025 marks 80 years of the United Nations. What better way to celebrate than by making the UN Secretariat more inclusive, more transformative, and more fit for the future? ?? The Secretary-General’s proposal will be considered by the General Assembly’s Fifth Committee (the Administrative and Budget Committee) in March 2025. If approved, this would mark a historic shift toward paid, more accessible, career-building internships at the UN Secretariat. ?? Stay engaged and advocate for fair, accessible internships wherever you are. #YouthLead #UN80 #UNinternships

The Youth Empowerment Fund is back, and Global Youth Mobilization is looking for more youth-led projects ?? If you're a young changemaker, 14–30 years old, this is your chance to secure funding, access capacity-building opportunities, and join a global network of youth driving change ?? They're looking for youth-led projects that make real impact and advance the #SDGs — whether you're an individual, a team, or a formal youth-led organization, you're eligible to apply! ?? Deadline: 24 March 2025 | 23:59 CET ?? Apply now:?https://bit.ly/YEFOpenCall ?? The Youth Empowerment Fund is powered by a partnership between the EU and the Big Six Youth Organizations, through the Global Youth Mobilization. #YouthLeadsTheWay #YouthMobilize #YouthEmpowermentFund

Are you attending the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) next week??Don’t miss this high-level event on aligning the Beijing Platform for Action and the Pact for the Future ?? ?? 12 March 2025 ? 4:45 – 6:00 PM EST ?? UN Secretariat Co-sponsored by UN Women and the United Nations Youth Office this session will bring together youth leaders, UN representatives, and key partners to explore how young feminists can drive accountability and action on gender equality commitments. By positioning youth at the forefront of the accountability conversation, this is a chance to translate global commitments into real change and sustain momentum beyond CSW69—closing the gap between aspiration and action! This event is open to registered CSW attendees with UN grounds passes.?If you’ve signed up for the conference, be sure to add this to your agenda! #CSW69 #YouthLead

When women’s rights are fully realized, families, communities, and economies flourish. In a year of pushback and crises like no other, young people are standing up?for gender equality, overcoming setbacks, and demanding a future where everyone can enjoy equal rights and opportunities. Young women and adolescent girls are not just the future — they are the present. We need to amplify their voice and leadership to make #GenderEquality a reality #ForAllWomenAndGirls. The fight isn’t over. The future is ours to shape. Let’s keep pushing forward. ?? ?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gf_-7_SR #IWD2025

Young environmentalists ???? UN Environment Programme wants to hear from you! Fill out the survey by 11 March ??

Only four days left! ? Don’t miss your chance to showcase your work at the UN Science, Technology & Innovation Forum 2025. Apply by 10 March to host a side event or contribute a video! ?? #STIForum

The world looks to the United Nations for solutions to complex global challenges, and in order to address them we need to build the workforce of tomorrow —?skilled, diverse, and ready to sustain our mission and mandates. A restructured internship programme isn’t just about young people — it’s about the future of the United Nations itself. By transforming internships, we ensure the UN Secretariat can:? ?? Recruit diverse and innovative talent;? ???? Build a stronger pipeline of future UN professionals;? ?? Practice fairness and inclusion to match UN values and priorities. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gkMWmt-8 #YouthLead #Youth2030 #UNinternships