Sonbul, Radio Journalist
Afghanistan

"With UN support, I led artificial intelligence training sessions, empowering and inspiring young women in tech — driving real change and championing female empowerment."

Sonbul strengthened her skills and voice through UN-supported training, opening new doors for herself and other women in Afghan media. UN programmes empower female radio journalists in the country through capacity-building, enhancing their skills, promoting press freedom, and helping women play a stronger role in informing communities and shaping a more inclusive media landscape. Photo/Tahmina Osta, UNAMA

Elisabeta, Student
Albania

"The UN is helping us build a society where the new generation has security and trust in the institutions, organizations and community."

Youth from across the Western Balkans have been trained on the 'Women, Peace and Security' and 'Youth, Peace and Security' agendas, empowering them to promote dialogue, inclusion, gender equality, and trust. The initiative is implemented by UNDP, UNESCO, UNFPA and UN Women, and funded by the UN's Peacebuilding Fund. Photo/UN Women Albania

John, Automibile Mechanic
Kenya

"Thanks to the UN, we were able to learn practical recycling skills that can help build a more sustainable future for Kenya."

In Kenya, the UN Industrial Development Organization is helping John and 150 other trainees learn to recycle end-of-life vehicles (ELVs) through a vocational training programme. Photo/UNIDO

Jennifer, Peer Mentor
Mexico

"Thanks to a UN project, I’m now that annoying friend who hands out condoms at parties."

The UN Population Fund supports networks of peer mentors across Mexico, Pakistan and Thailand through a comprehensive sexuality education programme called SAFETEEN First. The aim is to reduce teen pregnancies, ensure young people can make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health rights, and fulfil their potential. Photo/Celia D. Luna, UNFPA

Katy, Water Conservationist
United Kingdom

"My underwater experiences become stories inspiring children to protect our water and our future."

Climate change, pollution, and unsustainable water use threaten clean water for billions. The UN addresses this through policy, sustainable water management, and public advocacy. Motivated by the UN 2023 Water Conference and partnering with the UN Regional Information Centre in Brussels, Katy engages schools and communities to support water conservation — combining storytelling and science to empower youth to create a future where humanity lives in harmony with nature. Photo/Jeff Jones

Katy, Water Conservationist
United Kingdom

"My underwater experiences become stories inspiring children to protect our water and our future."

Climate change, pollution, and unsustainable water use threaten clean water for billions. The UN addresses this through policy, sustainable water management, and public advocacy. Motivated by the UN 2023 Water Conference and partnering with the UN Regional Information Centre in Brussels, Katy engages schools and communities to support water conservation — combining storytelling and science to empower youth to create a future where humanity lives in harmony with nature. Photo/Jeff Jones

Katy, Water Conservationist
United Kingdom

"My underwater experiences become stories inspiring children to protect our water and our future."

Climate change, pollution, and unsustainable water use threaten clean water for billions. The UN addresses this through policy, sustainable water management, and public advocacy. Motivated by the UN 2023 Water Conference and partnering with the UN Regional Information Centre in Brussels, Katy engages schools and communities to support water conservation — combining storytelling and science to empower youth to create a future where humanity lives in harmony with nature. Photo/Jeff Jones

Katy, Water Conservationist
United Kingdom

"My underwater experiences become stories inspiring children to protect our water and our future."

Climate change, pollution, and unsustainable water use threaten clean water for billions. The UN addresses this through policy, sustainable water management, and public advocacy. Motivated by the UN 2023 Water Conference and partnering with the UN Regional Information Centre in Brussels, Katy engages schools and communities to support water conservation — combining storytelling and science to empower youth to create a future where humanity lives in harmony with nature. Photo/Jeff Jones

Katy, Water Conservationist
United Kingdom

"My underwater experiences become stories inspiring children to protect our water and our future."

Climate change, pollution, and unsustainable water use threaten clean water for billions. The UN addresses this through policy, sustainable water management, and public advocacy. Motivated by the UN 2023 Water Conference and partnering with the UN Regional Information Centre in Brussels, Katy engages schools and communities to support water conservation — combining storytelling and science to empower youth to create a future where humanity lives in harmony with nature. Photo/Jeff Jones