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Young Leaders in Action: Key Takeaways from the ECOSOC Youth Forum | One Young World Explore key insights from the ECOSOC Youth Forum as three young changemakers, Swara Patel, Alex Flores, and Marcia Bikié, share their experiences advocating for gender equality, rural development, and...

Youth voices are shaping global policy at the ECOSOC Youth Forum! 💬🌍

Ambassadors Swara Patel, Alex Flores, and Marcia Bikié just returned from the UN. What did they learn? Find out here: bit.ly/4jFgvgB

#YouthLeadership #ECOSOCYouthForum #SDGs

Young Leaders Spearhead Discussions on Transforming Planetary Security | One Young World We joined Talita Honorato-Rzeszewicz and Kolfinna Tómasdóttir, co-chairs of the Global Youth Security Council, at the InterAction Council’s 39th Annual Plenary in Dublin, where they led conversations ...

Building peace through intergenerational conversation 🕊️

Talita Honorato-Rzeszewicz and Kolfinna Tómasdóttir, co-chairs of the Global Youth Security Council, led conversations with former world leaders at the InterAction Council’s 39th Annual Plenary in Dublin.

Get the insights: bit.ly/3F8tbi5

Is AI a help or hindrance to the climate crisis? | One Young World As AI develops, we are seeing in real time how it can be effectively used to help tackle the climate crisis. But as AI seamlessly integrates with our everyday lives, scientists are warning about the d...

Is #AI a climate solution or setback? 🌍

⚖️ A 100-word AI email uses 140 Wh of energy. But AI could also cut businesses’ CO2 by up to 10%, says McKinsey.

🤖 We asked climate leaders Rana Hajirasouli and Federico Pérez if AI is helping or harming the planet.

🔗 Read what they said: bit.ly/3Spvd0p

Exclusive: 10 Counsellors attending the One Young World Summit Munich, 2025 | One Young World Counsellor announcement incoming! We are thrilled to announce the first wave of Counsellors joining us at the One Young World Summit Munich, 2025.

🚨 Counsellor announcement! 🚨

We're thrilled to reveal the first wave of global leaders joining us at the One Young World Summit Munich, 2025! 🌍 From icons to experts, find out more about our #OYW25 Counsellors: bit.ly/3EFnyHU

#Blog #Announcement #Counsellors #OYW25 #OneYoungWorld

Accelerating impact through systems thinking | One Young World The world’s biggest challenges are deeply rooted in complex systems and structures. To create sustainable and meaningful change, leaders must adopt a systems-thinking approach that addresses these cha...

👋 Meet the bold changemakers using systems thinking to amplify their work globally.

We're proud to partner with Virgin Unite on the NewNow Programme, helping young leaders accelerate their impact through systems thinking.

Learn more about the 10 NewNow Young Leaders and their inspiring work. 👇

What should young leaders know about Official Development Assistance? | One Young World As of 2024, only five countries have met the SDG 17 target of dedicating 0.7% of national income to aid. If we are to achieve the SDGs by 2030, ODA must improve in scale and quality. In this blog, our...

Five countries have met the #SDG17 target of dedicating 0.7% of national income to aid.

The One Young World Academy, supported by @gatesfoundation.bsky.social, has equipped 1,000 young leaders with a foundation of knowledge on ODA.

Read our Media Champions main takeaways: bit.ly/4c9YrZZ

Women are leading the fight for better health and well-being in Africa! 🏥

From disability rights in Kenya’s parliament to a mental health revolution in Nigeria, our Ambassadors are driving real change. Discover their impact: bit.ly/4iq9u30

#HealthForAll #SDG3 #Wellbeing #Blog #WomenLeadingChange

One Afghan Sportswoman’s Fight Against Gender Apartheid | Farkhunda Muhtaj As the Afghanistan Women’s national team Captain and a Fortuna Sittard player in the Dutch Eredivisie, Farkhunda has used her position to advocate for women's rights, both on and off the field. In 2021, Farkhunda made international headlines when she evacuated over 300 Afghans, including the Youth National Team and Football Federation Staff, from Afghanistan to Portugal after the Taliban’s rise to power. Beyond football, Farkhunda is the co-founder of Scarborough Simbas, a non-profit helping refugees and newcomers ease into Canadian society through sport. She also serves as the Director of Culture and Conscience at Respect Group, a humanitarian ambassador for Penny Appeal Canada and UNHCR Netherlands, and a global ambassador for WomenforWomen International. Her incredible work has earned her several awards, including the World Football Summit Positive Impact Award and the Women Who Inspire Award. Watch her speech to learn about her journey ⚽ Chapters: 00:00 - 01:30 - How my parents rebuilt a life as refugees from Afghanistan. 01:31 - 02:47 - What's it like to be an Afghanistan women’s football team player? 02:48 - 03:55 - The Scarborough Simbas: using football to heal refugee families. 03:56 - 05:07 - How I evacuated the Afghan women’s team after the Taliban seized Afghanistan. 05:17-06:42 - Founding the unofficial Afghan Youth National Football Team. Keep up with our latest news and follow us on social media 👇 Website: https://www.oneyoungworld.com/ X: https://x.com/OneYoungWorld Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneYoungWorld/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oneyoungworld/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oneyoungworld LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/one-young-world

After the Taliban seized Afghanistan, Farkhunda Muhtaj evacuated 300 people, including the Youth National Team. Growing up as a refugee in Canada, football gave her community. In 2020, she co-founded Scarborough Simba’s to help newcomers adapt. Watch her speech: bit.ly/41rX7g1

#Sport #YoungLeader

Five young leaders changing the world with AI | One Young World AI is the fastest-growing industry in the world, and, although there are risks to using the technology, these five Ambassadors are showing how its powers can positively change the world.

77% of companies are either using or exploring AI, but can Artificial Intelligence create a fairer, sustainable world?

From healthcare to cyberbullying, these five Ambassadors show how AI, used right, can drive positive change.

🔗 bit.ly/43eA8b8

#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Leadership #Blog

The consequences of prioritising survival over education | One Young World Over 473 million children currently live in areas affected by conflict. More than 52 million of these children are estimated to be out of school. From Ukraine to the Democratic Republic of Congo, chil...

Over 52 million children are out of school because they live in conflict zones, forced to choose between survival and education.

In this blog, we discuss how conflict affects education and what the future looks like for children living in conflict zones: bit.ly/41o4LJF

#Education #Conflict #SDG4

Empowering Social Entrepreneurs to Rebuild Palestine’s Economy | Lama Amro Our Ambassador Lama Amro, Executive Director and Co-Founder of BuildPalestine shares how she is building a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Palestine. With a wealth of experience in crowdfunding, Lama has coached over 80 projects, helping them raise over one million dollars in funding, and designs innovative programmes that support social enterprises at every stage of their journey. Under Lama's leadership, BuildPalestine has become the leading hub for social entrepreneurship in the region, driving positive change through sustainable business practices and social impact. Lama’s mission is to create pathways for entrepreneurs to not only launch their ventures but also scale them for long-term success. To date, five cohorts have graduated from her programme, and 27 tech startups have been launched, contributing to the growth of the Palestinian tech ecosystem. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more stories of innovation, leadership, and social impact from One Young World. Chapters 00:00 - 02:33 - What is it like to live in the West Bank? 02:34 - 03:37 - How has the Israeli occupation hindered Palestine’s development before the war? 03:38 - 05:16 - Who are BuildPalestine and how are they empowering social entrepreneurs? 05:17 - 06:25 - Meet the Palestinian trailblazers tackling water scarcity and unemployment. 06:26 - 07:23 - Why is justice more important than peace? #OneYoungWorld #OYW24 #SocialEntrepreneurship #BuildPalestine #Crowdfunding #TechStartups #Palestine #EntrepreneurshipEcosystem #FounderInstitute #Innovation #SocialImpact #MiddleEast #WomenInLeadership #YouthEmpowerment #Startups #SocialGood #OYWAmbassadors #GlobalImpact

Lama Amro is rebuilding Palestine’s economy.

💪 With unemployment at 51% in 2024, she co-founded BuildPalestine to empower entrepreneurs.

Through coaching and crowdfunding, she’s helped 80+ projects, raised $1M+, and launched 27 startups.

🎥 Watch her full speech to learn more: bit.ly/4hKLMim

Are you working on:

🤖 innovative digital or AI platforms
🚚 cutting-edge supply-chain solutions to reach remote and rural areas
🧑 community-based healthcare education
📣 advocacy for critical policy changes?

Apply for the Sandoz Scholarship 2025 today: bit.ly/41j42cV

#Opportunity #Scholarship

Indigenous Leadership Matters in Healthcare for Indigenous Communities | Maricelma Fialho Our Ambassador Maricelma Fialho is an Indigenous leader of the Terena people. She shares her powerful journey as a biomedical doctor and researcher dedicated to improving the health and well-being of her community. Maricelma’s speech sheds light on the profound impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Indigenous communities and the crucial role she played in distributing essential supplies such as food and beverages to families in need. Her partnerships with local and international organisations helped hundreds of Indigenous families survive the crisis. Maricelma also represents Brazil at the Youth Leadership Coalition (IYLC) Latin America, advocating for greater civic and political participation of Indigenous youth. She is currently pursuing her PhD in Infectious and Parasitic Diseases at the Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS). 🌍 Watch Maricelma Fialho’s inspiring speech and learn how she is leading change in Indigenous health, education, and community empowerment through her dedication to service, research, and leadership. Chapters: 00:00 - 02:19: Why Are Indigenous People Indispensable for Humanity's Success? 02:20 - 03:33: How Did Brazilian Indigenous Communities Overcome COVID-19? 03:34 - 04:36: What Are We Missing From the Terena Worldview? 04:37 - 05:20: Why Must Indigenous Peoples Be Involved in Policy-Making and Governance? 05:21 - 05:44: Why Do We Need to Save the Terena Language from Disappearing? 05:45 - 06:25: Can We Live in Harmony With Each Other? 🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring stories of global leadership and social impact from One Young World. #OneYoungWorld #OYW24 #IndigenousLeadership #HealthcareAccess #COVID19Response #IndigenousHealth #DigitalInclusion #YouthEmpowerment #TerenaPeople #CommunityImpact #SustainableDevelopment #Brazil #IndigenousRights #PublicHealth #InfectiousDiseases #PhDResearch #YouthLeadership #SocialImpact #CivicEngagement #InterculturalEducation

Despite Indigenous peoples representing 6.2% of the world’s population, they are still largely excluded from decision-making processes.

Discover how Maricelma is leading the fight for Indigenous rights in Brazil in her speech from #OYW24
🎥 bit.ly/3EvQLVr

#IndigenousVoices #GlobalCommunity #Brazil

'Those who told me to start small are eating their words': Kate Robertson on setting up 'the Young Davos' After 30 years in advertising, Kate Robertson launched One Young World, since dubbed 'the Young Davos'. She gives us her best career advice.

"I wanted to create a platform that brought together young leaders from every country, giving them the visibility, network and support to drive real change. That vision became One Young World." Get to know our co-founder and CEO, Kate Robertson, in this article by @cityam.bsky.social

#Leadership

Books to motivate you to change the world | One Young World If you’re looking for the perfect book to inspire, motivate, and encourage you to change the world, look no further than this list of ten astounding books written by One Young World Ambassadors.

Want to make the world a fairer and more sustainable place but not sure where to start? This list of 10 must-read books written by One Young World Ambassadors will give you the inspiration and guidance you need to kick-start your journey to changing the world today: bit.ly/4jIFPnj

#Blog #BookRec

YouTube video by One Young World Living Through a Wildfire: The Unstoppable Climate Crisis | Gabriel Nagel

Forest fires now burn nearly twice as much tree cover as 20 years ago.

🌍 In this speech, Gabriel Nagel, founder of Light CO2 and the youngest EPA Youth Advisory Chair, shares his fight for youth-led climate solutions.

🎥 youtube.com/watch?v=U5JzkPNAUik

#Sustainability #ClimateAction #YouthLed

Smashing stereotypes and bridging the employment gap for refugees | One Young World Abeer AbuGhaith supports refugees in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region in finding employment through her organisations MENA Alliances and Jobs for Palestine, helping them build a sustaina...

💥 Abeer AbuGhaith is smashing stereotypes and bridging the employment gap for refugees through her organisations MENA Alliances and #JobsForPalestine.

👀 Find out about her incredible work and how you can support refugees getting into employment: bit.ly/4aOm6Pe

#Employment #SupportRefugees #Blog