Every two years, 17 young change-makers are recognized for their

leadership and contribution to a more sustainable world.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Candidates are scored on aspects such as:

  • Leadership – Ability to influence and motivate others

  • Innovation – Uniqueness and ingenuity

  • Scalability – Potential to benefit others beyond their current scope of influence

  • Impact – Measurable outcomes direclty linked to their work

  • Presentation – Ability to inspire and motivate others through story telling

They are then selected based on:

  • Achievement – Demonstrated achievements in promoting and advancing the key areas of the SDGs

  • Influence – Personal influence within their respective fields and reputation for inclusive and innovative leadership

  • Integrity – Demonstrated integrity, commitent to the SDGs and core values of the United Nations

YOUNG LEADERS ACTIVELY SUPPORT THE FOLLOWING OBJECTIVES

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