What is International Youth Day?
International Youth Day is an annual theme day organized by the United Nations (UN) dedicated to highlighting the importance of young people and the challenges they face. The day is celebrated on August 12, and its purpose is to draw attention to the rights, needs and opportunities of young people and to promote their participation in social and economic life.
What is the purpose of International Youth Day?
The main goal of International Youth Day is:
- Increase awareness of the challenges and problems faced by young people.
- Promotes the participation of young people in decision-making and social activities.
- Emphasizes the importance of young people in achieving the goals of sustainable development.
- Encourages governments and other stakeholders to invest in youth welfare and education.
Themes and events
Every year, International Youth Day has its own theme that reflects current issues affecting young people. For example, in previous years the themes have been:
- Mental health of young people
- Participation of young people in peacebuilding
- Youth employment and entrepreneurship
- Climate change and environmental protection
During the theme day, various events are organized, such as seminars, workshops, campaigns and cultural events, which offer young people the opportunity to express their views and ideas.
The role of young people in society
Young people are the future of society, and their active participation is necessary to build sustainable development and a peaceful society. Young people bring with them new perspectives, innovations and energy, which are important for the development of society. International Youth Day provides a platform where young people’s voices can be heard and their contributions recognised.
Sources
You can find more information about International Youth Day and its themes on the official website of the UN: United Nations website.
