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Youth and the United Nations: UN Youth Flash, May 2010 Page 1 of 12

UN YOUTH FLASH Vol. 7, No.5, May 2010

WELCOME to the UN Youth Flash, a service of the United Nations Programme on Youth to keep you informed about the work of the UN on youth issues. You are encouraged to use and forward the information below to other networks. This update is prepared with input from UN offices, agencies, funds and programmes, and from youth organisations around the world.

In this issue:

Focus: Updates on International Year of Youth

News from UN Agencies

Youth in Action

Grants and Scholarships

Publications

Calendar of Events

Focus: Updates on International Year of Youth

In preparation for the International Year of Youth, the UN system and Member States are currently undertaking a range of initiatives. The following provides a brief update.

UNITED NATIONS MEMBER STATES In its resolution 64/134 (December 2009), which proclaimed the year commencing 12 August 2010 as the International Year of Youth, the UN General Assembly decided:

“to organize under the auspices of the United Nations a world youth conference as the highlight of the Year” and invited “the President of the General Assembly to conduct open-ended informal consultations with Member States with a view to determining the modalities of the conference, which is to be funded by voluntary contributions.”

In April 2010, the Permanent Representative of the Republic of Benin agreed to serve as Facilitator for

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the consultations on the organization of the conference which will be held in 2011. Consultations began in May 2010 with an offer by the Government of Tunisia to host the conference in mid-July 2011. Negotiations are on-going at this time and a resolution on the modalities of the conference, including the exact dates and venue, is expected before the launch of the Year.

UNITED NATIONS SYSTEM

Official Slogan The official slogan for the International Year of Youth (IYY) is: Our Year. Our Voice. The slogan evolved following a public consultation on the IYY Facebook page. Nearly 500 suggestions were received from youth around the world.

Official Logo The official logo for IYY will be available to download and attach onto promotional materials for events organized in celebration of the Year. Downloading the logo will be at no cost and available once the liability waiver has been signed and submitted to the UN Programme on Youth (UNPY). The guidelines for use are awaiting approval at this time but are expected soon. The logo will be a variation of the image in this Feature’s heading and be available in all six official languages of the United Nations.

Activities Kit The UNPY is currently developing, in conjunction with an international youth-focused organization, an Activities Kit which will provide practical guidance to young people organizing activities to promote and celebrate the Year. The Kit will include suggestions on types of events (including low-cost ideas), organizing supporters, fundraising, and engaging the media to raise awareness.

Online calendar of events for IYY The UNPY will host an online calendar of events on its website to promote youth-led and youth-focused activities in commemoration of IYY. Organizers are invited to post information about their event and include a link to a website for additional information. At the time of submission, organizers should provide a brief description of the event and, following the event, submit a brief note on the outcome. The aim of the calendar is to provide a central, public location for youth to share information about their events and to learn about what activities are taking place around the world. The calendar will be launched in the near future and announced on the IYY website (www.social.un.org/youthyear) and Facebook pages (www.facebook.com/UNyouth and www.facebook.com/UNyouthyear).

Global Launch at United Nations Headquarters – 12 August 2010 The Global Launch Event of the International Year of Youth at United Nations Headquarters will demonstrate Member States and the UN system’s commitment to youth development as well as provide a forum to garner media attention and raise awareness for the Year. The event is an inter-agency initiative and it will feature contributions from a range of UN entities. In addition to the event in New York, UN celebrations will take place in other UN duty stations highlighting regional and local specificities.

Youth organizations, government offices, civil society, etc. are all encouraged to organize launch events on 12 August 2010 and are requested to inform the UN Programme on Youth by email at [email protected].

Inter-Agency Network on Youth Development The United Nations Inter-Agency Network on Youth Development is coordinating the activities of the UN system for the International Year of Youth, with the UNPY leading this effort. The Network works to increase the effectiveness of the UN’s work in youth development by strengthening collaboration and exchange among all UN entities working on youth.

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Members of the Network adopted the UN Framework Approach for the International Year of Youth in HOME February 2010 to provide a concrete framework for collective efforts and to set the strategic objectives for BACK TO TOP the Year. The three key areas of the Framework focus on increasing (i) commitment and investment in youth; (ii) youth participation and partnerships; and (iii) inter-cultural understanding among youth. In each of these areas, the Framework provides specific actions essential to implement the objectives, and establishing collaborative partnerships with young people is emphasized as fundamental. The progress achieved during the Year will lay the foundation for further work in youth development, including the implementation of the World Programme of Action for Youth and the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals. The Framework has been disseminated to the UN system, including to Regional Commissions and Country Teams, and is available at: http://social.un.org/youthyear/unapproach.shtml. Organizations celebrating IYY are invited to use the Framework to guide their activities.

For future updates and announcements, please be sure to join our Facebook pages and regularly visit our website. In addition to providing information to youth, the UNPY also holds monthly online consultations on a new topic every month. To participate, please follow the link available on the IYY Facebook page.

NEWS FROM UN OFFICES

(Find out more about the work of United Nations system organizations on youth issues at: http://www.un.org/esa/socdev/unyin/agenda.htm).

FAO: International Biodiversity Drawing Competition (Deadline: 15 June) The Young Hands Together for Diversity International Art Competition is open to children and young people between 6 to 20 years in three age categories: 6‐10 years, 11‐15 years and 16‐20 years. For more information: http://www.fao.org/climatechange/youth/60638/en/%20(available in English, French and Spanish).

ILO: Physical disability is no barrier to young Sri Lankan entrepreneurs A mentoring programme has been set up by the local Chamber of Commerce and the ILO Youth Employment Project (ILO/Japan) to support young people with physical disabilities to establish their own businesses. For more information: http://www.ilo.org/asia/info/

ILO: Youth Employment Project establishes Youth Information Centers in Sri Lanka The Youth Information Centers (YICs) serve youth through provision of information such as vocational training institutions, career guidance, micro-finance and business development services available to youth. For more information: http://ap-youthnet.ilobkk.or.th/photo-gallery/

ILO: The Hague Global Child Labour Conference An international conference on Child Labour took place in The Hague, The Netherlands, from 10-11 May 2010 with a goal to eliminate the worst forms of child labour by 2016. UNICEF and the World Bank also participated in this conference. The conference agreed on a Road map with concrete steps of action. For more information: http://www.childlabourconference2010.com

IOM: Young adults put down weapons and take up coffee processing in Colombia

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Twenty men and women, between the ages of 18 and 22, demobilized from illegal armed groups became entrepreneurs in the coffee processing business and launched their brand, Vivo Café, in the city of Armenia in Colombia. For more information, write to: [email protected]

IOM: Including trafficking issues in primary education curriculum in Bangladesh The Government of Bangladesh, donors and organizations working in the education sector in Bangladesh have endorsed a primary education curriculum, jointly prepared by IOM and the Campaign for Popular Education (CAMPE), on combating human trafficking and the need to raise children’s awareness on the issue at the school level. For more information: http://www.iom.org.bd/publications/13.pdf or write to: https://[email protected]

Secretariat for the Convention on Biological Diversity: The Green Wave celebrations held on 22 May 2010 Each year on the International Day for Biodiversity (IDB), 22 May, young people create a “green wave” around the world to demonstrate their concern for life on Earth. Visit The Green Wave website (greenwave.cbd.int) to see how young participants from all over the world planted trees and celebrated IDB in 2010. Start planning your own celebrations for 2011!

UNAOC and IOM: “Plural +”: Call for short video clips (Deadline: 30 June) This year again, young people between the ages of 9 and 25 are invited to submit short videos of one to five minutes in length. The videos should express participants' thoughts, experiences, questions and suggestions on migration, diversity, integration and identity, highlighting their realities as well as ideas on developing a peaceful coexistence in diverse cultural and religious contexts. For more information (available in English, French, Spanish and Arabic): http://www.unaoc.org/pluralplus/

UNDP: “Picture This” photo contest to accelerate efforts towards MDGs (Deadline: 16 July) The contest, entitled “Picture This: We Can End Poverty,” is open to amateurs and professionals, who may submit up to three photos focusing on progress towards one of the eight MDGs, preferably in a developing country. An exhibit featuring the winning photos will be held during the MDG Summit in September 2010 in New York. For more information: http://picturethis.undp.org/

UNESCO: Strategy on African Youth 2009-2013 On 12 April 2010, the UNESCO Executive Board endorsed the 5-year Strategy which will guide UNESCO’s work on youth development and civic engagement in Africa until 2013. The strategy was developed in close collaboration with Member-States, the African Union Commission and young people. For more information: http://www.unesco.org/new/en/ or write to: [email protected]

UNESCO: UN System to support the African Union’s efforts on youth development The 3rd Ordinary Session of the Conference of Ministers of the African Union in charge of Youth was held from 12-16 April 2010 in Zimbabwe, and examined the draft of the “10-year Plan of Action for Youth Development and Empowerment (2009-2018)”, developed by the African Union Commission. UNESCO confirmed, on behalf of the UN agencies present, the continued commitment to support the African youth agenda and the strong collaboration in the implementation of the Plan of Action. For more information, write to: mailto:[email protected]

UNESCO: The “Greater Horn Horizon” Forum took place in Djibouti, 1-3 May 2010 The Forum brought together youth, media, NGOs and intellectuals on youth policies and research in the Horn of Africa countries (Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Sudan and Uganda). It highlighted the key role of youth in the region and the need for strategic investments to promote their civic engagement and participation in the development of their communities/countries. The participants decided to hold a Conference of Youth Ministers of the Horn of Africa countries in December 2010. For

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more information, write to: [email protected] or [email protected]

UNESCO Call for project proposals: The Power of Peace Network (PPN) (Deadline: 22 June) Proposed projects should be related to the promotion of peace and dialogue, have realistic objectives, and be technically feasible. There are no restrictions as to who may submit a proposal. Schools, universities, non-governmental organizations, as well as individuals are invited to participate in this process. For more information: http://portal.unesco.org/

UN-HABITAT: Updates on the Urban Youth Fund 2010 The application for the Fund closed in April 2010. More than 1,500 applications from 86 countries were received, with a majority of applications from youth-led organizations in Africa and Asia. Recipients of the grants will be announced on 12 August 2010, International Youth Day and the launch date of the International Year of Youth. The next call for applications will be announced in January 2011. For more information: http://www.unhabitat.org/youthfund or write to: [email protected]

UNICEF: Indigenous youth took part in an inter-governmental meeting at the UN UNICEF coordinated the participation of an Indigenous adolescent from the Pataxo community (Brazil) at the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) in April. This year’s special theme of the forum was "Development with Identity and Culture". UNICEF has given its spot to the adolescent to share his testimonial, on behalf of his group, to present issues and actions taken to realize indigenous youth’s and children’s rights. For more information: [email protected] or [email protected]

UNICEF: “International Conference 2010 on Adolescent Girls“ took place from 26-28 April Organized by the Graduate Program in International Affairs at the New School (in New York) and UNICEF, the conference reviewed current global trends and ideas regarding adolescent girls, and explored ways to fill the knowledge gaps, as well as showcasing lessons learned and good practices for effective and strategic policymaking. It was attended by over 220 participants including NGOs, UN agencies, students, and academic researchers. For more information: [email protected]

WHO: Traditional male circumcision in the context of HIV prevention In April 2010, WHO and UNAIDS organized a regional consultation on the above topic in South Africa. The meeting brought together staff from ministries of health, researchers, and medical as well as traditional male circumcision providers. The aim was to identify achievements and challenges in ensuring that all adolescent boys in the East and Southern Africa region have access to safe, effective, pain-free circumcision as a contribution to HIV prevention. A resource document is available: www.who.int/child_adolescent_health/documents/9789241598910

YOUTH IN ACTION

The Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) Youth Essay Contest CIPE invites young people to share their ideas on how to create opportunities for youth to strengthen democracy and the private sector in their own countries. Eligibility: Students and young professionals aged 18-30 from all over the world. Contest Deadline: June 18, 2010. Winners Announced: Fall 2010.

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Essay Length: 2,000 - 3,000 words. For more information: http://www.cipe.org/essay or write to: [email protected]

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS - Global Interactive Forum & Volunteering at the World Youth Conference (Leon, Mexico) 23-27 August 2010 To participate in the Global Interactive Forum (Deadline: 11 June 2010): http://www.youth2010.org/ To participate as a volunteer (Deadline: 4 June 2010): http://youth2010.org/ For more information: http://www.youth2010.org/ or write to: [email protected]

Freedom to Create Prize (Deadline for nomination: 15 August 2010) Established in 2008, the Freedom to Create Prize is a celebration of the courage and creativity of artists around the world who use their talents to promote social justice, build the foundations for open societies and inspire the human spirit. It is open to artists in all creative fields. Each year, US$125,000 in prize money is awarded across three categories: Main, Youth and Imprisoned Artist. For more information: http://www.freedomtocreate.com/prize.asp or write to: mailto:[email protected]

7th Annual Youth Assembly of the Friendship Ambassadors Foundation to take place at the United Nations (4-6 August 2010) Join 600 young delegates, aged 16-24, from all over the world! The goals of the Annual Youth Assembly are to provide access to and information about the work, successes and current challenges of the United Nations; Promote increased youth participation in UN programmes; strengthen commitment to the achievement of the MDGs; and connect committed youth with opportunities. For more information: http://www.faf.org/unyouthassembly/ya_home.htm%20%20

Global Model UN Conference: Deadline for Delegates' Applications Extended to 21 June Model UN programmes are encouraged to submit their list of nominees for the conference and those nominees are asked to complete the application forms immediately after their nomination. In addition, in cases where MUN conferences or programmes do not exist and students have acquired MUN experience, applications will be accepted from such individuals who meet the requirements. For more information: www.un.org/gmun

World Summit Youth Award (Deadline: 20 June) If you rely on the web for creating culture, overcoming gender inequality, lack of education and access to clean water or to address hunger, poverty, disease and environmental degradation, and if you are under 30 years of age, you are eligible to apply. The online projects need to be fully operational before submission. For more information: http://www.youthaward.org

Europe-China Year of Youth proclaimed for 2011 On 10 May, the European Union and Chinese Youth Organizations made a joint statement to make year 2011 the “Europe-China Year of Youth”. Its aims include enhancing mutual understanding and friendship between the young people of EU and China. For more information: http://www.youthforum.org/index.php

GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

US Department of State: The Secretary’s Innovation Award for the Empowerment of Women and Girls (Deadline: 21 June) The Award seeks the most pioneering approaches to the political, economic and social empowerment of

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women and girls around the globe. Funded by the Rockefeller Foundation, the award is part of the US State Department’s continuing emphasis on public-private partnerships. For more information and application: http://www.state.gov/s/gwi/innovation/rfp/index.htm

International Foundation for Science (IFS) Research Grants (Deadlines: 30 June and 31 December 2010) IFS is an NGO founded in 1972 with its Secretariat in Stockholm, Sweden. An eligible candidate for an IFS Research Grant is a citizen of a developing country, a scientist with at least a Master's or equivalent degree/research experience, under 40 years of age and at the beginning of research career, attached to a university, national research institution or a research-oriented NGO in a developing country. For more information: http://www.ifs.se/Forms/how_to_apply.asp or write to: [email protected]

World Bank: Robert S. McNamara (RSM) Fellowships for doctoral thesis in a field related to development (Deadline not yet specified – check their website for updates) The Fellowships Programme supports young researchers under 45 years old working in academic and research institutions from eligible countries preparing a doctoral thesis. Research grants cover residence costs for a 5 to 10 month period in a renowned university or research center. Fellows are expected to advance their research work mainly by using the facilities and resources provided by the host institution and by interacting with peers. For more information: http://go.worldbank.org/LZYMB47270 or write to: https://[email protected]

PUBLICATIONS

(For UN documents on youth, visit: http://www.un.org/esa/socdev/unyin/library.htm).

FAO: The Food Security and Climate Change Challenge badge This publication is designed to help educate children and young people (5-20 years old) about climate change and food security while encouraging them to take action against global warming, environmental degradation and hunger in the world. It includes activities children and young people can conduct, to take actions to reduce their environmental footprint and learn how to make better consumer and life-style choices. Available in English, French, Spanish, and Italian: www.fao.org/climatechange/youth/63380/en/

UNICEF: The fourth edition of "Facts for Life" launched in April 2010 “Facts for Life” is a handbook filled with information that could save the lives of some nine million children across the globe who die from preventable and treatable illnesses every year before they reach the age of five. “Facts for Life” aims to bring vital knowledge to parents and caregivers, who are the first line of defense in protecting children from illness and harm. Written in easy-to-understand language, the previous editions of this publication have been translated into 215 languages, with over 15 million copies in circulation worldwide. Available for download: www.factsforlifeglobal.org

Toolkit on Volunteerism The Toolkit provides an insight into the concept of volunteering and how volunteers and organizations can mutually benefit from volunteering. The Toolkit is designed as a guide for peer to peer education at the individual and community level to serve as a comprehensive guide on youth volunteerism. This publication is an initiative of the Fresh & Young Brains Development Initiative in collaboration with UNV, UNDP, and the Nigerian National Volunteer Service. Download the document:

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www.ng.undp.org/unv/Toolkit-volunteerism-2009.pdf

CALENDAR OF YOUTH EVENTS

(Please send us information on major international youth events that do not appear below)

10-13 June 2010: Baltic Model United Nations (Rostock, Germany) The 3rd International Baltic Model United Nations for high school students around the world will focus on the theme Caring for Climate – Political and Economic Solutions. 150 participants will discuss the most imminent issues of today's world in six different committees. For more information: www.balmun.de

13-19 June 2010: The 5th Global Youth Employment Summit (Dalarna, Sweden) The summit is organized by Youth Entrepreneurship and Sustainability (YES), Inc. together with the Tällberg Foundation and the Swedish Government as the official host. The Summit will bring together 2,000 leaders and entrepreneurs from all over the world around the issues of “Youth, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability”. For more information, please visit: www.yesweb.org/sweden.html

16-18 June 2010: G(irls)20 Summit (Toronto, Canada) Twenty girls from the G20 countries will come together to present, discuss and promote tangible, innovative and scalable solutions that put girls and women front and center on the G20 agenda. For more information: http://www.girlsandwomen.com/girls20_summit-13.html

24-26 June 2010: The 10th Melaka International Youth Dialogue (Melaka, Malaysia) The 10th Melaka International Youth Dialogue (MIYD) will take place under the revised theme “Youth Leadership Power and its Influence to the Society”. For more information: http://www.way.org.my/Bulletin/2010/March/22mar10-way2.html

14-17 July 2010: Youth Pre-Conference for the XVIII International AIDS Conference (Medical University of Vienna, Austria) The International AIDS Conference is the premier gathering for those working in the field of HIV, as well as policy makers, persons living with HIV and other committed individuals. The Youth Pre-Conference is for young people attending AIDS 2010 and will consist of informative sessions and skills-building workshops, ranging from scientific knowledge to effective political advocacy. For more information: http://www.aids2010.org/youth.aspx

18-31 July 2010: UNESCO Center for Peace International Model United Nations (United States) The UNESCO Center for Peace International Model United Nations is a traditional overnight students' summer camp for national and international students from around the world who gather in the US for a two-week session to meet and interact with like-minded students from other parts of the globe. For more information: www.unescocenterforpeace.net/static_page.php?id=20

19-24 July 2010: 17th World Council of YMCAs (Wu Kwai Sha YMCA Youth Village, Hong Kong) The World Council will provide a unique opportunity to celebrate the YMCA Movement’s life and work in 124 countries. Prior to the World Council Meeting, there will be a 3-day International Youth Forum. The Youth Forum aims to empower young men and women to advocate on global issues that impact their lives and their communities. For more information: www.ymca.int/1314.0.html

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28 July - 11 August 2010: The London International Youth Science Forum (London, England) Founded in 1959, LIYSF aims to give a deeper insight into science and its applications for the benefit of all mankind and to develop a greater understanding between young people of all nations. LIYSF offers a unique opportunity to participate in an international event attracting science students from around the world. The Science Forum in 2010 will bring together over 300 students of the sciences from almost 60 countries. For more information: www.liysf.org.uk

31 July-13 August 2010: The 5th World Youth Congress (Istanbul, Turkey) The 5th in the series of World Youth Congresses on Youth and Development will be held in Istanbul, Turkey in 2010. Turkey will welcome 1,000 young people from around the world to meet during Istanbul's year as the European Capital of Culture. The participants will decide, train, perform, discover, volunteer, present and represent in the featured campus of Yıldız Technical University in Istanbul. For more information: www.turkiye2010.org/en.html

1-7 August 2010: Inaugural University Scholars Leadership Symposium (Melaka, Malaysia) Humanitarian Affairs United Kingdom in collaboration with the Melaka State Government and the World Youth Foundation has extended an invitation to young people to participate in the Inaugural University Scholars Leadership. The Symposium will allow young leaders the opportunity to learn about global humanitarianism including how to organize a humanitarian relief effort. For more information: www.universityscholars.org.uk

7-17 August 2010: The 2nd Forum des jeunes ambassadeurs de la francophonie des Amériques (New Brunswick, Canada) Fifty-five young French speakers and Francophiles from all parts of the Americas, between 18 and 35 years of age, will gather to confer, discuss and debate issues related to the French-language community within the hemisphere. At the conclusion of this Forum, the young men and women will return to their respective communities where they will be able to contribute to a dynamic French-language community. For more information: www.francophoniedesameriques.com

10-12 August 2010: African Youth and Governance Conference (Accra, Ghana) The objectives of this conference include: mobilization of African youth and constructing a platform for networking. For more information: www.aygconference.org

12 August 2010: International Youth Day (Theme: Dialogue and Mutual Understanding) The UN General Assembly on 17 December 1999, in its resolution 54/120, endorsed the recommendation made by the World Conference of Ministers Responsible for Youth (Lisbon, 8-12 August 1998) that 12 August be declared International Youth Day. The International Youth Day provides a great opportunity to rally support and get key actors involved - Governments, non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, businesses, and young people - to focus on what has been done to further the World Programme of Action for Youth.

In 2010, the International Youth Day will also mark the beginning of the International Year of Youth: Dialogue and Mutual Understanding (12 August 2010 - 11 August 2011). Email us your plans and ideas on how you will be commemorating International Youth Day in your country: [email protected]

14-18 August 2010: Global Model UN conference (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) The United Nations Department of Public Information (UNDPI) is organizing the second annual Global Model UN conference in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 14-18 August 2010 (including two days of pre- conference activities – date and time to be confirmed), for university-level students. The conference theme will be “Towards an Alliance of Civilizations – Bridging Cultures to achieve Peace and Development.” For more information: www.un.org/gmun or write to: [email protected]

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14-26 August 2010: Youth Olympic Games (Singapore) The Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games will receive some 5,000 athletes and officials from the 205 National Olympic Committees, along with an estimated 1,200 media representatives, 20,000 local and international volunteers, and more than 500,000 spectators. Young athletes - aged between 14 and 18 years - will compete in 26 sports and take part in culture and education programmes. The Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games aim to inspire youth around the world to embrace, embody and express the Olympic values of Excellence, Friendship and Respect. For more information: http://assets.olympic.org/YOG/en/index.html#/side01

19-20 August 2010: CIVICUS Youth Assembly (Montréal, Canada) The third CIVICUS Youth Assembly will take place immediately before the CIVICUS World Assembly. The Youth Assembly offers a unique opportunity for young people to meet and work with other young people who are really making changes in the lives of others. It aims to bring together the world's most engaged, dynamic young activists in the field of social and civic justice. For more information: www.civicusassembly.org/index.php

21-27 August 2010: International Youth Conference on Biodiversity (Aichi, Japan) The Ministry of the Environment of Japan will hold the "International Youth Conference on Biodiversity in Aichi 2010" to promote communication among young people from around the world and to improve their mutual awareness of biodiversity. The conference is associated with the 10th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP10) that will be held in Aichi in October 2010. For more information: http://www.biodic.go.jp/biodiversity/youth/call_e.html

23-27 August 2010: Asia Africa Youth Forum 2010 (Bandung, Indonesia) AAYF (Asian-African Youth Forum) 2010 is a forum that invites youth from all countries of Asia and Africa and the world to formulate a declaration by the youth of Asia and Africa. This forum will be held in order to continue forming strategic cooperation among Asian and African Countries. The forum is open for youth from other regions as observers. For more information: www.aayf2010.indoyouthcenter.org or write to: [email protected]

23-29 August 2010: World Youth Conference (Leon, Mexico) The conference is an initiative of the Government of Mexico, in partnership with the United Nations system and civil society organizations. The conference will bring together government representatives and civil society organizations to identify priorities of action on youth to be addressed in the international development agenda beyond 2015. For more information: www.youth2010.org

7-9 September 2010: International Conference on Youth Work and Youth Studies (University of Strathclyde, Scotland) This international conference crosses disciplinary boundaries to examine research, theories and practices that contribute to youth work and to our understandings of young people in the 21st century. For more information: http://www.strath.ac.uk/pdu/mg2010/

15-16 September 2010: Global Youth Enterprise and Livelihoods Development Conference (Washington, DC, U.S.A.) This participatory conference organized by Making Cents International and is a learning event for practitioners, funders, educators, policymakers, members of the private sector, and other professionals who design, implement, monitor, evaluate, and fund programmes in this field. For more information: www.youthenterpriseconference.org

19 November 2010: 10th Anniversary of the World Day for Prevention of Child Abuse Created in 2000, the World Day's objective is to be a focal point and a rallying call for creating a culture of

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prevention of abuse and violence. For more information: http://www.woman.ch/index.php

26 November – 3 December 2010: Long Walk Campaign for full recognition of the rights of people with disabilities (Zambia) The Long Walk from Kitwe to Lusaka is organized by Zambia Deaf Youth and Women (ZDYW) and Maboshe Memorial Centre (MMC) Kitwe. The Long Walk will end on 3 December 2010 which is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The main objective of the Long Walk campaign is to draw attention to the constant violation of the human rights of people with disabilities and to garner support for improved access for persons with disabilities to HIV treatment and prevention services. For more information, write to: [email protected]

11-20 February 2011: International Student Festival in Trondheim, Norway ( ISFiT 2011) ISFiT is the world's largest student festival, and the thematic focus for 2011 will be global health. It is both a conference and festival as it provides a varied cultural programme promoting global health through concerts, art performances, theatre, and exhibitions as well as debates, workshops, dialogue groups and meetings. For more information: http://www.isfit.org/news/article?latest=true

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