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6 Jan, 2016

2016 ECOSOC Youth Forum: “Youth Taking Action to Implement the 2030 Agenda” on 1-2 February

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From ECOSOC WHAT? The forum will discuss ways in which young people can play an active role in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It will also address how the youth can best communicate on the Agenda, bringing on board the innovative use of social media and communication tools. WHO? The Youth

6 Jan, 2016

Youth economic opportunity ecosystem analysis Rwanda via UNCDF

Check out YouthStart report here http://bit.ly/1Z33ZaK  YouthStart Global is a global programme funded by UN Capital Development Fund and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA)   Executive Summary:  Rwanda’s economy has experienced fast and sustained growth at an average of 8% from 2000 to 2013; it is predicted to continue on this strong trajectory. Growth

6 Jan, 2016

“A special focus on youth” – UNDP achievements in Egypt

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From UNDP For over five decades UNDP has been supporting the Egyptian government and people in striving towards sustainable development, providing expert advice at the policy level as well as grassroots interventions on the ground.  Quote from Anita Nirody, UN Resident Coordinator, "UNDP believes that involving people in the development of solutions to challenges such