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. ‘ […]
NGYouthSDGs at the Interfaith Dialogue on Climate Change
A snapshot showing Hamzat Lawal Chief Executive Director CODE and Team at the Interfaith Dialogue on Climate Change In upholding our commitment to ensuring youth involvement in environmental sustainability and climate action, NGYouthSDGs participated in an Interfaith Dialogue on Climate Change, organised by Connected Development (CODE). This dialogue brought together a diverse group of people, […]
NGYouthSDGs join forces with the United Nation in Nigeria and the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, for the National Youth Consultative Youth Forum on the Summit of the Future
A pictorial representation of participants at the National Youth Consultative Forum for the Summit of the Future Preceding the United Nations Summit of the Future in September 2024, the Network of Youth for Sustainable Initiative (NGYouthSDGs) joined forces with the United Nation in Nigeria, the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Nigeria, and other youth civil […]
NGYouthSDGS is leading Youth Inclusion by participating in the VOICE Close-out Events as a member of the VOICE Community of Practice to celebrate their 8 years of impact
A journey of 8 years has come to an end! However, make no mistake the voices still echo on. As a member of VOICE Global Community of Practice, the Network of Youth for Sustainable Initiative (NGYouthSDGs) was specially invited and actively participated in the close-out events that served as a commemoration of 8 years of […]
NGYouthSDGs at the Gender Justice Community of Practice 2-Day Annual Learning Summit 2024
A picture of all participants on Day 1 of the Summit including the NGYouthSDGs Programmes Associate, Boluwatife Ajayi. As a member of the Gender Justice Community of Practice, NGYouthSDGs participated in the 2-day annual learning summit which focused on the theme ‘The Intersectionality of Gender and Mental Health: A Reflection on the Impact of Gender […]
NGYouthSDGs driving Climate Action through participation at the Climate and Gender by NCIC
According to the report from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the global average temperature has increased by about 1.2 degrees Celsius (2.2 degrees Fahrenheit) since the late 19th century. Human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, have led to a significant increase in greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere. The frequency […]
Building Fairer and More Equitable Societies. #WorldDayofSocialJustice
In November 2007, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the 20th of February as World Day of Social Justice. World Day of Social Justice is an international day recognizing the need to promote social justice, which includes efforts to tackle issues such as poverty, exclusion, gender inequality, unemployment, human rights, and social protection. To commemorate […]
NGYouthSDGs Participates in the International Labour Organization (ILO)’s Interactive Dialogue and Launch of “Work Wise Youth: A Guide to Youth Rights at Work”
Youth often face precarious working conditions, including long hours, low wages, lack of job security, and limited access to social protection. These conditions have adverse effects on their physical and mental health. As a youth-led organisation advocating for meaningful youth engagement in programmes and policies that enable young people to lead and thrive, our Programme […]
