Voices of Youth is evolving to bring you more opportunities to participate Belén Arce Terceros Tue, 01/16/2024 - 16:30 Voices of Youth was born in 1995 as a platform for young people around the world to exchange ideas, well before social media existed and when the Internet was just coming into our lives. We are constantly evolving the platform and today, when young people’s daily lives are so deeply intertwined with online interactions and part of so many conversations, we think it’s time to make some more changes.  From February 6, Voices of Youth will  merge with U-Report, UNICEF ..read more

Embracing the beauty of nature and the weather Talash Fri, 12/01/2023 - 08:08 See more blogs Image PostSubmit a post As I wake up to the gentle kiss of the morning sun, I find solace in the ever-changing symphony of nature's elements. Often, we hear about the challenges posed by climate change, but amidst this, there's a captivating beauty and resilience that deserves recognition. Living in a region where the seasons paint the landscape in vivid hues, I've come to appreciate the intricate dance of weather patterns. The rhythmic transition from winter's crisp embrace to spring's blossoming ..read more

? A Red Letter To The Youth: A Call to Action ? Frederick Amazing Tue, 11/21/2023 - 10:30 See more blogs Image PostSubmit a post Dear Youth, Today, I write to you with utmost seriousness and urgency, for tomorrow is ours, and the choices we make today will reverberate through our lives. Our actions, or lack thereof, will shape the future we will either embrace with pride or lament with sorrow and regret. The time has come to rise, to find our purpose, and ignite the flames of positive change that will guide us towards a better tomorrow. Consider this: What will become of us if we fail to s ..read more

Our team created a project to show the power of youth Liliia Hrytsenia Mon, 12/04/2023 - 12:30 See more blogs Image PostSubmit a post Hi! I am Liliya Hrytsenia, I'm 18 and I live in the Zhyravenska community in the Lvivska region, in Ukraine. I am a member of the Youth Council at the Village Council, an active participant in the youth movement in my hometown, and a university student. My team, called "Those who break dams", was founded as a part of UNICEF’s UPSHIFT programme. Young people are often told "You don't get to make decisions," or "You're too young to have a voice." These st ..read more

My story of activism for girl’s rights in Peru Voices of Youth Tue, 11/14/2023 - 16:43 See more blogs Image PostSubmit a post During the Covid-19 pandemic, browsing social media while I was at my sewing job, I found the Commission of Adolescent Women Leaders of Metropolitan Lima (known in Spanish as COMULIA), in my city in Peru. The group, together with allied organizations, was inviting girls and adolescents for art workshops, such as photography, creative writing and theater. I still have the flyer from the call - it is part of the memories from the great beginning of my life. Like any o ..read more

Young women reflect on climate change Voices of Youth Tue, 11/07/2023 - 20:24 Climate change affects everyone, but how are its impacts viewed by young women in Egypt, Sudan, Jordan and Yemen? Zohra, Yasmeen, Tina and Mona share experiences from their own communities and activism.     My journey through climate change and gender equality in Jordan, by Mona "My goal is to inspire young people, especially young women, to become pioneers in social change and environmental justice. I emphasize gender equality and the dismantling of gender stereotypes, aspiring to create a bright ..read more

Never give up on your dreams, no matter males1 Mon, 10/09/2023 - 11:00 See more sparks Never give up on your dreams, no matter how painful and difficult your journey is. PostSubmit a spark By males1 ..read more

Guards of Calm: helping teenagers to cope with stress Halyna Bondarchuk Tue, 09/26/2023 - 13:25 See more blogs Image PostSubmit a post Halyna, 15 years, Ovrutska community, Zhytomyrska    In a fast-paced world, stress has become a widespread companion in people’s lives. It gets into everyday routines, affecting physical and mental health. From stressful work to the uncertainty of the future in times of war, stress manifests itself in many forms, casting a long shadow over the quality of our lives. In particular, stress can affect adolescents as pressure related to the need to be ..read more

When you see the morning brightness Aleen Sun, 09/24/2023 - 09:10 See more sparks When you see the morning brightness sparkle by the sun ? It is when our green earth smiles??? PostSubmit a spark By Aleen ..read more

A letter to my younger self archijain Wed, 09/13/2023 - 17:21 See more blogs Image PostSubmit a post August 2013 Dear younger Archi Hey, I hope you are fine, I know you’ve always waited for a sign or signal from the future, so here I sit down to write this letter, I’m flooded with memories of our past and the journey that has led us to this point. I want you to know that every step you’re taking, and every experience you’re having, is shaping the person you’ll become. So, listen closely to the words I have to share. First and foremost, I want you to understand that you are enough. You ..read more