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A , produced by researchers from the , finds that more than 80% of school-going adolescents globally did not meet current recommendations of at least one hour of physical activity per day 

For the past 11 years, the  and  have invited youth filmmakers to submit short videos exploring the topics of migration, diversity, social inclusion, and the prevention of xenophobia. This year, received a record number of entries from 68+ countries.  the  taking place 13 November 10:00am-1:00pm (ECOSOC Chamber, NY).

Building Bridges - Young People Bring Color to Kosovo Heritage

Youth are leading the charge against climate change in Pacific island countries that are especially vulnerable to its damaging effects.

Secretary-General António Guterres (left) participates in Instagram Live with actor Aidan Gallagher, UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador.

Instagram Live with Secretary-General and Aidan Gallagher

Countering disheartening headlines about today’s young generation, the Voices of Youth community proves that young people ARE making a difference, each and every day. So and change the world.

As we look back on 30 years of the , we also look ahead to the next 30 years. "We must listen to you – today’s children and young people – about the issues of greatest concern to you now and begin working with you on twenty-first century solutions to twenty-first century problems." With that in mind, here are why UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta H. Fore is worried for children's future, and eight reasons why she thinks there is hope.

youth panel discussion in front of SDG wall poster

The Youth Climate Summit is a platform for young leaders to showcase their climate solutions and to meaningfully engage with decision-makers on the defining issue of our time. It brings together young activists, innovators, entrepreneurs, and change-makers, committed to combating climate change at the pace and scale needed to meet the challenge. It's action-oriented, intergenerational, and inclusive. This historic event takes place on Saturday, September 21 in New York, leading up to the Climate Action Summit on September 23. 

Youth Lens: Picturing the Future in Turkey

Digital Innovations are Bringing Youth Back to Agriculture

On International Youth Day, is highlighting the voices of young people as they strive toward a more just, equal and sustainable world.