Tag: Youth Leadership
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Youth at the Helm: A Secretary-General’s Call from the Amazon on Climate Change
Opening Message to the 20th Conference of Youth on Climate Change The Secretary-General addresses a generation uniquely positioned to drive climate action: young leaders gathered for the 20th Conference of Youth. Held in the Amazon, a living symbol of nature’s beauty and humanity’s responsibility, the event anchors urgency with hope. The message is clear: the…
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Climate Action Message: Secretary-General at Youth Conference
Introduction: A Call to Young Leaders in the Amazon In a message addressed to the 20th Conference of Youth on Climate Change, the UN Secretary-General spoke from the heart about the urgency of the moment. Meeting in the Amazon, a living symbol of nature’s beauty and humanity’s responsibility, the gathering underscores that climate action is…
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MiMa Zanzibar: Sports as a Catalyst for Women and Youth Leadership
MiMa Zanzibar: A Movement Where Play Fuels Progress MiMa Zanzibar, short for Michezo kwa Maendeleo, is redefining how communities perceive sport in Zanzibar. Far from a mere pastime, MiMa leverages athletics as a strategic instrument for advancing women’s rights, youth leadership, and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). Rooted in the belief that “Every…
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Gen Z Madagascar: How Young Protests Reshaped the Island’s Path to Change
Overview: A youth-led surge changes Madagascar’s political landscape In late September, thousands of young Malagasy citizens took to the streets of Antananarivo, turning Place du 13 Mai into a symbol of political possibility. What began as demonstrations against water and power outages quickly evolved into a broader call for a complete overhaul of the country’s…
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CPU’s CBA Shines in ASEAN Future Sustainable Leaders 2025 National Competition
CPU’s Bold Leap in Sustainability Education Central Philippine University (CPU) continues to position itself at the forefront of sustainability-driven innovation. A standout achievement came from a student team from CPU’s College of Business and Accountancy (CBA), which secured multiple top recognitions at the ASEAN Future Sustainable Leaders (AFSL) 2025 Philippine National Competition. This event, held…
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Run as One: 85 Years in the Running — GSP Anniversary Fun Run
Girl Scouts of the Philippines Announces 85th Anniversary Fun Run The Girl Scouts of the Philippines (GSP) is commemorating eight and a half decades of empowering Filipino girls and young women with a nationwide celebration. The “Run as One: 85 Years in the Running” Fun Run is set for October 12 at the Quirino Grandstand…
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Longford Teen Rebecca Reid Named Epilepsy Ireland Volunteer of the Year
Longford Teen Receives Epilepsy Ireland Volunteer of the Year Award A Longford teenager has been recognised for extraordinary dedication to epilepsy awareness and fundraising, after Epilepsy Ireland named Rebecca Reid and her family as recipients of its Volunteer of the Year award. The national non-profit, which represents people with epilepsy and their families, honoured Rebecca…
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SK Officials Now Entitled to Civil Service Eligibility
Background: Why the SK Eligibility move matters The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has announced a landmark development: elected and appointed Sangguniang Kabataan Officials (SKOs) can now be considered for civil service eligibility under specific conditions. This comes via CSC Resolution No. 2500752, promulgated on 24 July 2025, which formalizes the grant of the Sangguniang Kabataan…
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SK Officials Now Eligible for Civil Service: A Pathway to Government Careers
New Eligibility Framework for Sangguniang Kabataan Officials The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has announced a significant policy shift that opens civil service eligibility to elected and appointed Sangguniang Kabataan Officials (SKOs) under specific conditions. This move, encapsulated in CSC Resolution No. 2500752, aims to recognize the vital role of the youth in nation-building and to…
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Youth Leaders in Nepal Discuss Interim Leadership Amid Violence
Introduction The political landscape in Nepal has become increasingly tumultuous as youth leaders from the country’s “Gen Z” protest movement engage in discussions with military officials about appointing an interim leader. Following days of violence and unrest, the need for stability has become paramount, prompting these young activists to seek a solution amidst a backdrop…