Young people hold the key to creating a better future
Young people are the most affected by the crises facing our world, but they are also the best placed to lead the way to a better society for tomorrow.

Adolescent Mental Health Hub - UNICEF
UNICEF’s Adolescent Mental Health Hub is a dynamic global platform designed to equip policymakers, practitioners, caregivers, and young people with the knowledge, tools, and networks needed to drive transformative change for adolescent and caregiver mental health. The hub focuses on preventative and promotive mental health which include early interventions, proactive approaches that build ...

Who are the youth of today? Generation unlimited - UNICEF
Who are the youth of today? Generation unlimited We have approached several young people to understand their vision and how they look at the society they live in and make it their own, from each one perspective

Youth for climate action - UNICEF
We also work with youth to spread the message offline, through initiatives like UNICEF’s first-ever Climate Comic Contest. Sathviga ‘Sona’ Sridhar, a 21-year-old artist from Chennai, India, was the winner of the contest in 2017. Sridhar was inspired to take action on climate change after her community was hit by devastating floods in 2015.

Youth, Protests and the Polycrisis - UNICEF
Youth protests can play an important role in the construction of better futures. By raising awareness of important issues in their societies, and by providing a platform for young people to share their political demands, youth protests can help to build public support for change.

Why investing in young people has never been more important
Young people are pioneering new ways to tackle urgent crises. The Global Shapers Impact Report calls for more support for young changemakers.

What USAID cuts mean for youth development — and what's next
Cuts to youth development projects by major donors like the US and UK augur ill for global development. But there are steps to take to mitigate that harm.

ZimCO Adolescents Strategy_FINAL_Signed - UNICEF
For Zimbabwe, the Adolescents Strategy extends to include youth aged 20-24. The strategy provides guidance towards UNICEF Zimbabwe’s contribution to vulnerable adolescents and youth in becoming active agents of change by equipping them with knowledge, skills and opportunities to become socially, civically and economically resilient.

Adolescent and Youth Engagement | UNICEF Zambia
In Zambia, adolescents and youth face significant challenges that hinder their development and potential.

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