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Meet the second cohort of NGO CSW/NY Global Youth Fellows for Gender Equality!

NGO CSW's Youth Leaders & Young Professionals (YLYPs) and our partner, Women Have Wings, are thrilled to announce the 15 Global Youth Fellows for Gender Equality. We had almost 2,600 applications from young people around the world, and hope that all applicants will continue to work with us. This group of 15 young leaders have been chosen for their dedication to gender equality, the diversity of experience that they bring to the UN, and their ability to inspire others.

Mission

To amplify the voices of youth leaders and young professionals, providing a platform for their perspectives on gender equality and channels for their advocacy at the United Nations. To convene young people to consult and contribute to the advancement of the international feminist movement.

Vision

We envision bridging the intergenerational gap in the global feminist movement and empowering young people to flourish as leaders and decision makers across all sectors, for a more gender equitable world.

WHO WE ARE

The Youth Leaders & Young Professionals (YLYPs) are a community of young people and youth advocates who are passionate about global gender equality and looking to engage in or learn about UN processes, especially the CSW.

WHAT WE DO

Youth Preparation Series

Each year, the Youth Leaders & Young Professionals host an event series leading up to the CSW and NGO CSW Forum. The series aims to prepare youth to have a meaningful and effective experience at the CSW. The eight events in the series include informational panels, advocacy training, and professional development and networking sessions.

Connecting UN Youth Spaces

We strongly believe in the necessity of meaningful integration of youth across all relevant UN Commissions. Rather than working in silos and having separate youth spaces in each UN Commission, it's essential that these different youth spaces are cohesive and connected for a more powerful and effective global youth movement.

WHY JOIN THE YLYPS?

Learn about & advocate for youth involvement at the United Nations

Prepare for the UN CSW and NGO CSW Forum

Join a community of other youth activists and young professionals

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