Events and Important Days

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  ASEAN Blue Innovation Challenge

  Deadline: 31 May 2024 (11:59 PM Jakarta)

  Call for Solutions

  Deadline: 31 May 2024 (11:59 PM Jakarta)

  Call for Solutions

  Deadline: 31 May 2024 (11:59 PM Jakarta)

  Call for Solutions

  This ASEAN endeavour is supported by UNDP and the Government of Japan to spark innovation for the blue economy in ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste. Up to US$ 40,000 in funding is available for each of the 60 most promising ideas!

  Register
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  Youth & the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - A global public consultation in the lead up to ECOSOC Youth Forum

  Time is TBD

  Online Consultation

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  Online Consultation

  Time is TBD

  Online Consultation

  We want to hear you, young people, about the role you already play and would like to play in driving the 2030 Agenda and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals!

  Register
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  Building Capacities for Youth to Fully Seize the Green Opportunities of the Energy Transition

  Mon, Sep 30

  Virtual Event

  Sep 30, 2024, 11:50 PM – Oct 01, 2024, 1:30 PM

  Virtual Event

  Sep 30, 2024, 11:50 PM – Oct 01, 2024, 1:30 PM

  Virtual Event

  As a follow-up of the event that took place at the 5th Capacity-Building Hub at COP28, the session continues enhancing the discussion on the need to build capacities and skills for green jobs for youth so they fully seize the opportunities of the green transition.

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  Summit of the Future Youth Action Day

  Fri, Sep 20

  Location is TBD

  Sep 20, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  Location is TBD

  Sep 20, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  Location is TBD

  The Summit of the Future Action Days will take place on 20 and 21 September and will focus on multistakeholder partnership and action, in keeping with the vision of multilateralism that is more inclusive and networked, and thus effective.

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  Road to COP 29: Advancing Meaningful Children and Youth Engagement in the UNFCCC and NDC 3.0 Process

  Mon, Sep 16

  Virtual Event

  Sep 16, 2024, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM CST

  Virtual Event

  Sep 16, 2024, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM CST

  Virtual Event

  This consultation will be an opportunity for youth to engage directly with the COP29 Presidency Youth Climate Champion, and thereby provide inputs for consideration in the ongoing planning for COP29 in Baku and as part of implementation of the PYCC NDC 3.0 campaign.

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  Regional Conference of Youth (RCOY) APAC 2024

  Mon, Sep 02

  Location is TBD

  Sep 02, 2024, 7:00 PM – Sep 06, 2024, 11:00 PM

  Location is TBD

  Sep 02, 2024, 7:00 PM – Sep 06, 2024, 11:00 PM

  Location is TBD

  RCOY APAC 2024 is happening in Sri Lanka from 2-6 September.

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  LCOY Viet Nam 2024

  Sun, Aug 18

  Bình Thạnh

  Aug 18, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  Bình Thạnh, 215 Đ. Điện Biên Phủ, Phường 15, Bình Thạnh, Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam

  Aug 18, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  Bình Thạnh, 215 Đ. Điện Biên Phủ, Phường 15, Bình Thạnh, Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam

  LCOY Viet Nam 2024 will be the largest gathering of over 500 young people and stakeholders from various sectors across the country.

  Details
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  LCOY Cambodia 2024

  Sat, Aug 10

  Location is TBD

  Aug 10, 2024, 9:00 AM – Aug 11, 2024, 5:00 PM

  Location is TBD

  Aug 10, 2024, 9:00 AM – Aug 11, 2024, 5:00 PM

  Location is TBD

  Are you ready for the Local Conferences of Youth (LCOYs) this year? The registration form is now open for 200 enthusiastic youth to join the upcoming LCOY Cambodia 2024.

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  Nelson Mandela Leadership Dialogue

  Thu, Jul 18

  Virtual Event

  Jul 18, 2024, 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM GMT+7

  Virtual Event

  Jul 18, 2024, 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM GMT+7

  Virtual Event

  Inspired by the legacy of Nelson Mandela, who was adept at convening stakeholders and bridging divides, this series promises to offer valuable insights and foster meaningful discussions.

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  Youth-Led Digital Innovations for Sustainable Development and Climate Action in Asia and the Pacific Side Event

  Tue, Apr 23

  Hybrid Event

  Apr 23, 2024, 5:30 AM – 6:30 PM GMT+7

  Hybrid Event

  Apr 23, 2024, 5:30 AM – 6:30 PM GMT+7

  Hybrid Event

  This event will take place on 23 April 2024, from 17:30 to 18:30 (GMT +7), both in-person* at Meeting Room A, United Nations Conference Centre Bangkok, and online via Zoom and will be on the second day of the YECAP Regional Dialogue on Youth empowerment in Climate Action.

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  Climate Action Spotlight: Youth Power in Motion – Regional Dialogue on Youth Empowerment 2024

  Mon, Apr 22

  Hybrid Event

  Apr 22, 2024, 11:00 AM GMT+7 – Apr 23, 2024, 6:00 PM GMT+7

  Hybrid Event

  Apr 22, 2024, 11:00 AM GMT+7 – Apr 23, 2024, 6:00 PM GMT+7

  Hybrid Event

  The Climate Action Spotlight: Youth Power in Motion Regional Dialogue will provide a platform for showcasing youth experiences, fostering partnerships, and sharing initiatives that drive impactful change.

  Details
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  ECOSOC Youth Forum 2024 (Virtual Participation)

  Tue, Apr 16

  Virtual Forum

  Apr 16, 2024, 9:00 PM GMT+7 – Apr 19, 2024, 5:00 AM GMT+7

  Virtual Forum

  Apr 16, 2024, 9:00 PM GMT+7 – Apr 19, 2024, 5:00 AM GMT+7

  Virtual Forum

  The annual ECOSOC Youth Forum, which was launched in 2012, has become a space where young people can contribute to policy discussions at the United Nations through their collective ideas, solutions and innovations.

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  YECAP Climate Action Week 2024

  Mon, Apr 15

  Virtual Event

  Apr 15, 2024, 4:00 PM GMT+7 – Apr 19, 2024, 6:00 PM GMT+7

  Virtual Event

  Apr 15, 2024, 4:00 PM GMT+7 – Apr 19, 2024, 6:00 PM GMT+7

  Virtual Event

  Join us and our partners for week-long climate activities!

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  Young Champions of the Earth

  Fri, Apr 05

  Location is TBD

  Apr 05, 2024, 9:00 AM

  Location is TBD

  Apr 05, 2024, 9:00 AM

  Location is TBD

  UNEP's flagship youth engagement initiative Young Champions of the Earth has been re-launched and applications for the 2024 cycle are now open until 5 April. Help spread the word!

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  Workshop: Empowering Young Women and Girls with Green Skills and Careers

  Fri, Mar 08

  Virtual Workshop

  Mar 08, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM GMT+7

  Virtual Workshop

  Mar 08, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM GMT+7

  Virtual Workshop

  Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore green careers and empower young women and girls in the Asia-Pacific region this International Women's Day

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  Hear our voice! Young People at the Summit of the Future 2024

  Tue, Mar 05

  Consultation series

  Mar 05, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:37 AM

  Consultation series

  Mar 05, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:37 AM

  Consultation series

  The online consultation: "Hear our voice! Young People at the Summit of the Future 2024" has been launched on UNDP's SparkBlue platform.

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  Engaging Youth in a Green and Just Economy Transition at Scale - 11th APFSD Side Event

  Fri, Feb 23

  Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom

  Feb 23, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM GMT+7

  Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom, Rajdamnern Nok Avenue United Nations Building, Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand

  Feb 23, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM GMT+7

  Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom, Rajdamnern Nok Avenue United Nations Building, Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand

  Come learn about the role of youth in a green and just economy transition, from engaging in green jobs, leading solutions, or co-creating programmes with stakeholders and so much more.

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  Meaningfully Engaging Youth in Climate Governance - 11th APFSD Side Event

  Wed, Feb 21

  Webinar

  Feb 21, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM GMT+7

  Webinar

  Feb 21, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM GMT+7

  Webinar

  Join us to take a deep dive into participation and representation, partnerships and collaboration, and support and resources regarding meaningful youth engagement in climate change governance.

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