Strengthening social development in the contemporary world Focused on the theme “Rethinking and Strengthening Social Development in the Contemporary World”, the 53rd Commission for Social Development, taking place on 4-13 February, will kick off a year of reflection and strategic planning among the intergovernmental bodies of the UN. As part of this event, a major campaign will be launched to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the Copenhagen Declaration and Programme of Action. For … [Read more...]
1.8 Billion Youth, “demographic dividend” for Global Transformation
November 22, 2014 by Team Celebration
UNITED NATIONS, New York—Developing countries with large youth populations could see their economies soar, provided they invest heavily in young people’s education and health and protect their rights, according to The State of World Population 2014, published today by UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund. The potential economic gains would be realized through a “demographic dividend,” which can occur when a country’s working age population is larger than the population that is dependent … [Read more...]
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MAASAI YOUTH GROUP, KENYA – TALK TO US
October 5, 2014 by Team Celebration
Esipil Oorbarnot self help group as registered under the Ministry of Social services, is a group of youths and elderly women,seeking to improve the welfare of young women,young adults and young men in the Maa community which encompasses the Masai of Kenya,Samburu people,and Njemps. The group has been in existence since 2007 operating informally as Maa youth economic and livelihood empowerment program,until recently when it was officially registered in Kenya as a self help group. This has been … [Read more...]
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Girls interrupted – 10 Days To Act
June 16, 2014 by Team Celebration
Young delegates with Plan CEO Nigel Chapman at the African Union youth takeover in Addis Ababa 16 June 2014: Children from across Africa have taken over the African Union building in Addis Ababa today – kicking off 10 days of global action for increased investment in education. Plan-supported youths from Sierra Leone, Egypt, Malawi, Ethiopia, Burkina Faso, Norway, Liberia, Kenya and Germany all took part in the action in the Ethiopian capital, where they called on governments across the … [Read more...]
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Uniting for youth beyond 2015
June 2, 2014 by Team Celebration
“You have the energy to transform the world,” said the Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth Ahmad Alhendawi, encouraging youth worldwide to partner with the United Nations as the global community embarks on the road to sustainable development beyond 2015. The UN is working in many different ways to ensure that the voices of youth are heard. As part of these efforts, ECOSOC is hosting its Youth Forum on 2-3 June. There are 1.2 billion young people in the world today. It is the largest … [Read more...]
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A VOICE for a 12 Year Old MURDER VICTIM, Jo Dibblee
February 3, 2014 by Team Celebration
A VOICE FOR A 12 YEAR OLD MURDER VICTIM AND VINDICATION FOR ALL SURVIVORS OF AB-- USE AND NEGLECT Toronto, ON. – After thirty-five years in hiding, Jo-Ann Vacing-Dibblee is coming forward to tell her story in the riveting book, “Frock Off: Living Undisguised”. Sexually assaulted and stalked by a foster parent, Vacing-Dibblee was contacted by the RCMP investigating the murder of a young girl they felt was connected to her case. When they were unable to bring the man to justice, … [Read more...]
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Corruption Perceptions Index 2013: Time for Action
December 3, 2013 by Team Celebration
Corruption continues to have a devastating impact on societies and individuals around the world, with more than two-thirds of countries surveyed scoring less than 50 out of 100 in the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI). The index, the leading global indicator of public sector corruption, scores countries on a scale from 0 (perceived to be highly corrupt) to 100 (perceived to be very clean). The results of the 2013 index serve as a warning that more must be done to enable people to live … [Read more...]
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Jennifer Flanagan – WOMAN of ACTION™
October 16, 2013 by Team Celebration
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of one of Canada's innovative women leaders. This powerhouse has co-founded a charitable organization that engages Canadian youth in the fields of science and technology. WOMAN of ACTION™ Jennifer Flanagan Jennifer Flanagan is the co-founder and President and CEO of Actua, a national charitable organization that engages Canadian youth in … [Read more...]
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Join us in celebrating International Youth Day 2013!
August 9, 2013 by Team Celebration
12 August every year sees the commemoration of International Youth Day. International Youth Day 2013 will be celebrated under the theme: ‘Youth Migration: Moving Development Forward.’ Not only will we be encouraging young people across the world to celebrate the Day by focusing on the topic of youth migration but we will be using the Day as an opportunity to launch the 2013 World Youth Report! Why Youth & Migration? Youth are recognized as one of the most mobile social groups … [Read more...]
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Tribal woman quits IT multi-national to bring folklore to the masses
July 27, 2013 by Team Celebration
Tribal woman quits IT multi-national to bring folklore to the masses India is home to more than 84 million ‘Indigenous’ Peoples. Now, that’s an impressive figure and many a tribal would be overwhelmed by that number. But what else is known about us? An entry on the internet or a read in a book would throw up a stereotypical romanticized tribal lifestyle. More often than not we wonder if that is who we really are, is all that’s written about us really true. Adivasis have a distinct … [Read more...]
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WFDF 2013 Under Championships, July 22-28
July 21, 2013 by Team Celebration
WORLD UNDER 23 ULTIMATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2013 Ultimate Canada is the governing body for the sport of Ultimate in Canada. Started in 1993, the goals of Ultimate Canada include: Representing the interests of the sport and all Ultimate players in Canada Promoting the growth and development of the sport throughout Canada Facilitating open and continuous communication within the Ultimate community and within the sports community Organizing ongoing activities for the sport including … [Read more...]
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AUG 1-29: E-Discussion on Disadvantaged Children, Young People living in Urban Areas
July 16, 2013 by Team Celebration
SAVE THE DATE: E-Discussion on Disadvantaged Children and Young People living in Urban Areas 1-29 August 2013 Dear colleagues, friends. As part of the continued effort to ensure that inequalities are addressed in the post-2015 agenda, the Global Thematic Consultation on Addressing Inequalities (co-led by UNICEF and UN Women) will be holding additional periodic e-discussions hosted on the World We Want website. These will serve to deepen the debate on issues touched on … [Read more...]
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Razi Sultan of Meerut receives first UN Malala award
July 13, 2013 by Team Celebration
Former child labourer Razi Sultan of Meerut receives first UN Malala award Meerut, Jul 13: A young girl from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, who has been tackling the problem of child labour has been conferred with the first United Nations Malala Award for educating child labourers. On learning this news, there was excitement and ecstasy in and around the residence of Razia Sultan. Sultan, 15, will be felicitated as United Nations Special Envoy for Global Education's Youth Courage Award … [Read more...]
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Helene D. Gayle – WOMAN of ACTION™
June 19, 2013 by Team Celebration
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this powerful women leader. Devoting her life to bettering the lives of others, this woman has focused on HIV, TB, poverty and Women and Girls empowerment and rights, including leading the way for the Reproductive Health Program at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. She has been called one of the top female leaders and global thinkers in the world. WOMAN of … [Read more...]
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Rio+20 Anniversary Google+ Hangout – JUNE 13
June 8, 2013 by Team Celebration
Last year, people from across the globe came together at the UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20). They decided on a broad range of measures to achieve a more sustainable future. One year later, the momentum for action remains strong. Tune in for a live Google+ hangout on 13 June with DESA’s Under-Secretary-General Wu Hongbo, to mark the one year anniversary of this milestone event. Rio+20 was the largest UN conference ever, bringing together 50,000 people representing … [Read more...]
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