The NGO CSW/NY Youth Leaders & Young Professionals are thrilled to announce our new Global Youth Fellows program which aims to strengthen our global community of youth advocates for gender equality while celebrating 20 young activists’ work and stories. Apply to join the first-ever cohort of 20 Global Youth Fellows and access a global community of like-minded youth that lasts for years to come! Read more about the criteria, responsibilities, and how to apply.
Join NGO CSW/NY for a Rally for Peace! This in-person rally will promote global peace & security while bringing more attention to the Women, Peace, & Security agenda and Security Council Resolution 1325 being commemorated at the UN that day. RSVP here.
Date: Wednesday, 25 October Time: 1 – 2pm EDT Location: CCUN –> Dag Hammarskjold Plaza
Meet us outside of the Church Center for the UN (777 United Nations Plaza) at 1pm and we will march to Dag Hammarskjold Plaza together!
More information coming soon!
NGO CSW68 Forum Information
Mark your calendars! The NGO CSW68 Forum will be taking place on 10 – 22 March 2024! The best way to stay up-to-date on NGO CSW68 Forum updates is to join our mailing list. You can also check the NGO CSW68 Forum website periodically for updates. CSW68’s priority theme is accelerating the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls by addressing poverty and strengthening institutions and financing with a gender perspective.The review theme is social protection systems, access to public services and sustainable infrastructure for gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.
CSW68 is currently accepting NGO written statements. They are open now through 13 October. ECOSOC general consultative status organizations have a 2,000 word limit, ECOSOC special consultative status organizations have a 1,500 word limit. More details here from UN Women.
Are you between 18 and 32 years old? Do you want to help integrate the voices of urban youth into UN-Habitat’s global strategy and initiatives?
UN-Habitat is excited to announce the opening of applications for the 2023-2025 UN-Habitat Youth Advisory Board (YAB).
The Youth Advisory Board is a consultative body that provides valuable insights and recommendations to UN-Habitat on strategies to sustainable urban development. Established in 2008, the YAB has played a crucial role in mainstreaming youth perspectives and promoting youth participation in UN-Habitat’s programs and major events.
Now, in its latest term, the YAB is seeking passionate and dedicated youth to join its ranks. The board will have representation from each of UN-Habitat’s six regions and a commitment to equal gender representation.
If you are a young person looking for speaking opportunities at the UN, during our Youth Preparation Series, at the NGO CSW Forum, or elsewhere, please fill out this form with your information.
Our YLYP community is over 5,000 people strong! We want to map our global community to see where you’re all located! This map is also a good resource for finding other YLYPs in your region or country! Click the link below to add a pin on the map and introduce yourself!
The YLYPs have a lot of exciting plans for the coming year! Be sure to join our community so you don’t miss anything!
Join our community on Slack to network with other YLYPs, receive relevant updates from us and other organizations, and engage with the global community of youth activists for gender equality!
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