Empowering the Next Generation: Key International Documents Supporting Youth Development
Each with a specific international document
supporting youth and their development:
1.
United Nations Youth Strategy (Youth 2030)
The United
Nations recognizes the power of youth in creating a better future! Through the
Youth 2030 Strategy, the UN works to empower young people and ensure they
actively participate in building a sustainable, peaceful, and equitable world.
Learn more about this global strategy that focuses on youth engagement in
peace, security, and development.
Document
Link: https://www.un.org/youthenvoy/youth-un/
2.
Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC)
Every young
person deserves to have their rights protected! The CRC ensures the protection,
education, and participation of children and youth in all aspects of life. This
document is a foundation for empowering youth as they grow into adulthood.
Document
Link:
https://www.ohchr.org/en/instruments-mechanisms/instruments/convention-rights-child
3.
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
The
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) cannot be achieved without the active
involvement of youth. Goals like Quality Education (SDG 4) and Decent Work (SDG
8) aim to create opportunities for young people to succeed and contribute to
global progress.
Document
Link: https://sdgs.un.org/2030agenda
4.
World Programme of Action for Youth (WPAY)
The WPAY is a
vital framework to address the challenges facing young people globally,
providing guidelines on employment, education, health, and human rights.
Governments and organizations are called to engage youth as leaders and
change-makers in their communities.
Document
Link: https://www.un.org/development/desa/youth/world-programme-of-action-for-youth.html
5.
African Youth Charter
Youth in
Africa are at the heart of development! The African Youth Charter ensures that
young people have a voice in decision-making and nation-building processes,
empowering them to be active citizens in their countries.
Document
Link: https://au.int/en/treaties/african-youth-charter
6.
European Union Youth Strategy 2019-2027
The EU Youth
Strategy focuses on empowering young people, promoting equal opportunities, and
encouraging youth participation in civic and democratic life. It highlights the
role of youth in shaping a sustainable and inclusive future.
Document
Link: https://ec.europa.eu/youth/policy/youth-strategy_en
7.
Commonwealth Youth Programme (CYP)
The
Commonwealth Youth Programme is dedicated to supporting young people across
Commonwealth nations, with a focus on leadership development, entrepreneurship,
and civic engagement. Youth are crucial to the future of Commonwealth
societies.
Document
Link: https://thecommonwealth.org/youth