Does Gender Equality and Ending Violence against Women & Girls Matter
for Youth Employment, Political inclusion, Education & Realizing Human Rights?
Each Year on 12 August, the United Nations celebrates the International Youth Day to engage people from all walks of life – the United Nations, governments, civil society organizations and private sector partners – and advance youth participation and development.
This year’s theme is “Building a Better World: Partnering with Youth”.
Leading up to 12 August, the UN is holding a series of six Google+ Hangouts on 8, 9 and 10th August on specific themes that will shape the UN’s work with youth over the next five years, namely: Employment; Entrepreneurship; Education, including on sexual and reproductive health; Political Inclusion; Citizenship; and Protection of human rights.
Check this space for more information on the Google + Hangouts.
International Youth Day 2012 Google+Hangouts!
Join us in celebrating International Youth Day 2012 “Building a Better World: Partnering with Youth’ by watching and contributing to our series of six Google+ Hangouts taking place on 8,9 and 10 August 2012!
Get involved, have your say, partner with and for youth!
At UN Women, we believe that youth are critical agents of change and can make gender equality a lived reality.
Calendar of Events
International Youth Day
12 Aug 2011 – 12 Aug 2011 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Various locations worldwide, WorldwideAbout the event :
12 August 2011 marks International Youth Day and concludes the International Year of Youth. The theme for International Youth Day this year is “Change our World.” It aims to inspire youth initiatives at all levels with the idea that efforts at the local level can have a global impact. The day also focuses on new tools for communication.Celebrate International Youth Day by participating in the “Change Your World 2011 contest” on Facebook.
Gender inequality and violence against women and girls are obstacles in the path towards ending poverty, achieving political and economic empowerment for youth, and realizing their human rights. Check out this flyer with resources!
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