The 26th Youth Assembly in the Decade of Youth Action
We are facing an unprecedented time in our modern history as a global pandemic impacts the world in so many ways. The COVID-19 crisis affects us all – from our…
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Creating a Better World: The Missing Piece
In the midst of one of the greatest crises the world has ever experienced, there are growing calls for the need for each other, that we are all in this…
International Day of Friendship: Why We Need Friendship More Than Ever
In two weeks, on July 30th, we will be celebrating what the United Nations has designated as the International Day of Friendship – a day to recognize the importance of…
New Horizons for The 24th Youth Assembly
The 24th Youth Assembly is following its theme of “New Horizons”. For the first time, our flagship event will be held at the Capital of the United States – Washington…
New York City: The Youth Assembly Experience
Home to The Youth Assembly for 15 years, New York City is the ultimate melting pot with millions of visitors each year. New York is a place where every nationality…
A Better Future Starts with Friendship
Friendship – interesting word. Its been around for a thousands of years, it’s going to be around for a thousands more. It’s been studied, discussed, debated for millennium in fields…
New Horizons: Highlights from YA24
Dear Friends, I hope this finds you well. I’m pleased to share with you some updates on what we’ve been up to, as well as a glimpse into what’s next…
It’s Time: An Invitation to Take Action
“You are standing up and speaking out. You are on the right side of history” – António Guterres, UN Secretary-General These words resonate strongly with me as I watched events…
From The Youth Assembly to Youth Impact
Beyond the status quo Global problems, including war, poverty, and environmental degradation, persist at the expense of human development and a sustainable planet. While we’ve seen progress in the last…