Diverse Volunteers, Stronger Communities – NGYouthSDGs commemorates the 2024 International Volunteers Day

Have you ever wondered how much the world’s progress relies on the selfless dedication of volunteers? Every year, International Volunteers Day (IVD) provides an opportunity to celebrate these heroes and the transformative power of volunteerism. Established by the United Nations, IVD recognises the immeasurable contributions of volunteers across the globe. For us at NGYouthSDGs, a […]
The Role of Youth in Shaping a More Peaceful and Democratic Society

By 2030, the median age of Nigeria’s population is forecast to reach 18.3 years, and it is estimated that ~50% of the population will be aged under 18.5 years. What this simply means is that by the end of this decade, Gen Zs and to a lesser extent Millennials will hold immense power to […]
Youth as Catalysts for Democratic Change at the Local Level – International Day of Democracy 2024

Youth play a crucial role in driving democratic change at the local level, serving as catalysts for innovation, participation, and advocacy within their communities. The United Nations emphasises the vital role of youth engagement, with Secretary-General António Guterres stating that ‘young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow, but the changemakers of today. ‘ […]
Building a Green Future: The Role of Youth in Climate Innovation

As part of our dedication to ensuring the meaningful involvement of young people through initiatives and policies that empower them to lead and thrive, NGYouthSDGs is excited to introduce our social media program, #GreenConvo. What is the #GreenConvo? The #GreenConvo is a bi-monthly program on X (formerly known as Twitter) aimed at addressing crucial issues […]
Announcing the Five Civic Champions for the “Elevating Youth Voices, Building Trust, and Civic Cohesion” (CLiP) Project

Ever since Nigeria returned to democracy in 1999, there has been a gradual increase in civic deserts. There are few opportunities for the average Nigerian to meet, discuss issues, or address problems affecting the nation in a way that promotes unity and encourages the proffering of tangible solutions. Instead, what we often see are pop-ups […]
Working with Youth for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Action

The May edition of the Youth SDGs Cafe tagged “Working with Youth for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Action” kicked off with a powerful story which set the tone for an inspiring session led by Lady Diana Ereyitomi Eyo-Enoette, The Special Assistant to the Governor of Delta State on Sustainable Development Goals. The session took participants […]
Event Report: Lagos People’s Assembly

During the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Action Week, the Network of Youth for Sustainable Initiative (NGYouthSDGs) organised the Lagos People’s Assembly with support from Action for Sustainable Development. The event with the theme ‘United for a Sustainable Nigeria’ was organised to raise awareness about SDGs 1, 4, 8, 12 and 13 and explore ways […]
NGYouthSDGs Launch Compendium to inspire Youth Leadership for Sustainable Development.

The Network of Youth for Sustainable Initiative (NGYouthSDGs) launched the Youth SDGs Spotlight Compendium virtually on the 19th of September 2023 to celebrate the ingenuity and resilience of young Nigerians working tirelessly to localize the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Nigeria. According to Joshua Alade, NGYouthSDGs’ Executive Director, “it has been eight […]
DOWNLOAD: Youth SDGs Spotlight Compendium

The SDGs are not just a set of global goals; they are a promise to future generations. They represent our shared vision for a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous world. And today, we come together to put the spotlight firmly on our young leaders who are the driving force behind this vision. Our youth are […]
Real Action, Not Words Alone, Needed to Achieve UN Agenda 2030

NEW YORK, 15 September 2023 – As politicians and policymakers make speeches at the United Nations during a high-level summit next week to assess the lack of progress on the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals, people’s leaders representing some of the world’s most marginalised communities will come together just across the UN Headquarters […]