It’s that time of year and International Youth Day is just around the corner!
Youth Day presents an opportunity for every country to assess their investment in and commitment to youth, as well as general education (both of and to youth).
Endorsed by the United Nations in 1999 after a recommendation was made by the World Conference of Ministers Responsible for Youth, the first International Youth Day took place in the summer of 2000. Although its purpose was meant to inspire and encourage leaders of countries to be aware of issues related to youth, its sentiment can be passed down far away from political leaders and into the culture of each land’s up-and-coming generations.
That means that International Youth Day should not only be engaged at a global level and national level, but also at a local level. And this can be done by the people who know and love the youth of their communities.
International Youth Day is meant to empower young people to participate in public life to prepare and equip them to contribute to society’s development worldwide.
Have a look at what cities like Liverpool is doing this year to celebrate International Youth Day.
