Our Future Agenda is an initiative of the UN Foundation to support young people to shape the global policy agenda. It aims to deliver impact for: – The next generation - young people under 30 who make up half the world’s population. – Future generations - the 10.9 billion people yet to be born this century. The UN Secretary-General asked us to host a group of Next Generation Fellows to contribute to Our Common Agenda, his vision for the future of international cooperation. The Fellows set their own vision, ideas, and proposals in a report entitled Our Future Agenda. Building on this foundation, we are recruiting a new cohort of young changemakers to serve as Next Generation Fellows. We also worked with the world’s leading youth-led and focused organizations to launch Unlock the Future as a high-ambition coalition with and for young people. At a time of growing crisis and as young people increasingly demand change, we will: – Support the Next Generation Fellows to lead and shape the agenda, tackle priority issues and challenges, and engage other young leaders, activists, and thinkers from around the world. – Build the Unlock the Future coalition as a forum for political and strategic alignment, for action and for advocacy, and for delivering more strategic financing to young changemakers. – Provide a platform for young people to take intergenerational action to design the future. We are tackling six thematic priorities: transforming education; jobs and economic opportunities; climate and sustainability; justice and inclusion; future generations; and gender equality. Cross-cutting priorities include financing young changemakers and strengthening the role of young people in the United Nations.
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Imagine a future where cooperation ushers in lasting change. Last month, world leaders took the first step by adopting the Pact for the Future. Our Future Agenda decodes how this massive global agreement could shape our world if leaders take action, and get it right: bit.ly/4fibXLv Illustration by Janice Chang.
🌍 Imagine a Future if World Leaders Get It Right! Our latest blog, "Pact Decoded," unpacks the monumental commitments made at the #SummitoftheFuture & #UNGA79. From climate action to reducing inequality, these agreements represent an extraordinary opportunity for global cooperation and youth empowerment. Its all about making these policies accessible to everyone. Dive into "Pact Decoded" to discover how these agreements can shape a brighter future for generations to come, with young voices at the heart of it all. Together, let’s turn these visions into actions! Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/es6WXuDp #OurFutureAgenda #Sustainability #YouthEmpowerment #UN #Ourcommonfuture
🚀 Get ready! The Engine Room Spotlight 4 is almost here! Our speaker lineup just leveled up! 🌍✨ Join us as global leaders dive into powerful discussions on shaping a fairer, more sustainable future. Spotlight 4 is all about turning ideas into action post-Summit of the Future! 🌱💡 Register now! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gvvzNyb6
❓ Wondering what the Pact for the Future is all about? This #UNDay, we’re launching Pact Decoded – a simplified, visual guide to the Pact for the Future, making it easier to understand the global commitments shaping our world. This resource breaks down key actions on climate, equality, and more, ensuring everyone has access to what’s next for our planet. 👓 Explore Pact Decoded and see how we can all contribute to a better future: https://lnkd.in/dKp3PwD8 #GlobalGoals #OurCommonFuture #PactDecoded Featuring art by Janice Chang, The Kairos Pictures, Harshani Dharmadasa, Amy Maitland 🥰
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Excited to be joining Life Project 4 Youth (LP4Y), ATD Fourth World, and more in speaking at the Youth Inclusion International Forum (YIIF) on October 23rd, 2024! Join us as we work together to advance inclusion of young people living in extreme poverty in skilling, education, and jobs. 👉 Register now: https://shorturl.at/bNP4E The event is hosted by Year Up United at 85 Broad St, New York A heartfelt thank you to Life Project 4 Youth for organizing this insightful event! Next Generation Fellows
Exciting things are ahead on October 30, 2024! The 'Ideas into Action' Spotlight is your opportunity to engage with the bold commitments made at the recent UN Summit of the Future. We'll explore the implications of the Pact for the Future, refine the 2100 Learning Agenda, and launch the latest issue of the Decoded Series, making key Summit outcomes more accessible to all. This event will feature insights from youth and experts, focusing on how to transform ideas into action for global cooperation beyond 2030. It’s a chance to connect national visions to the global agenda. Join us for a powerful dialogue that will shape the future of youth in global governance. Speakers Include: Julie Garfieldt Kofoed, Gustavo Da Cunha Westmann, Khouloud Ben Mansour, Claudette Salinas Leyva, Linda Wilson, Nandini Harihar ✨ Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gvahX8Wn #IdeasIntoAction #GlobalGovernance #FutureOfYouth #OurFutureAgenda #UNSummit
At the #SummitOfTheFuture, young leaders and global policymakers came together in one of the most intergenerational spaces we’ve seen! 🙌 Led by inspiring voices like Mary Robinson and Juan Manuel Santos, we tackled some of the world’s biggest challenges – from climate action to leveraging technology for innovative solutions. 🌱💡 Key Takeaways: ➡️ Intergenerational collaboration is crucial to solving global challenges. Youth and experienced leaders must co-create solutions together. ➡️ Youth empowerment and meaningful participation in decision-making, especially in climate negotiations, are vital. Capacity building and education are key! ➡️ We have just 5-6 years to hit our 2030 goals—climate action is more urgent than ever! ➡️ The shift to a just transition from fossil fuels is necessary, with a focus on increased climate finance for developing countries and youth-led projects. ➡️ Technology and innovation are powerful tools in climate action. Young people can harness data and cutting-edge technology to drive change. Big thanks to our partners The Elders Foundation , United Nations , Pathfinder - Entrepreneurship and Innovation Cell and United Nations Foundation for bringing this crucial conversation to life! 🌟 Together, we can drive action for a more sustainable, fair, and innovative future. 💪 #ClimateAction #YouthLeaders #IntergenerationalCollaboration #JustTransition #ClimateFinance #FutureOfOurPlanet #UNFoundation #TheElders #Pathfinders #SustainableFuture #SummitOfTheFuture
✨ Introducing the 2100 Learning Agenda ✨🌍 The 2100 Learning Agenda is the result of an incredible collaboration between 21 United Nations Foundation Next Generation Fellows and 50 members of the Engine Room, all driven by a shared vision for a better future. 🌱 Supported by Our Future Agenda and the Unlock the Future coalition, these young leaders have reimagined a roadmap for 2100 that centers youth and young countries in the global agenda. 🚀 By 2100, young countries will be at the heart of global innovation and growth. Seven of the ten most populous countries will be these young nations, underscoring the urgency of investing in their potential now. 💡 The Learning Agenda outlines a clear vision for the future of the 5Ps—People, Planet, Prosperity, Peace, and Partnerships. It explores critical questions, such as: 🔑 What are the smartest investments to secure long-term success? 🌍 How can we fully harness the potential of young people and young countries? 🏛️ What global institutions need to evolve to meet the challenges of a new century? The Learning Agenda serves as a roadmap to guide global decision-makers, youth leaders, and changemakers. Its evolving nature ensures that young voices remain at the forefront, addressing challenges like climate change and inequality. 📚 Dive into the Learning Agenda to explore the strategies that will shape our shared future and inspire action toward a better tomorrow. 🌍✨ We’re just at the beginning of this journey, but together, we are unstoppable. 💪 Let’s continue shaping the future we deserve. Dive deeper here: https://lnkd.in/gVt6uXfA #RoadTo2100 #UnlockTheFuture #YouthLed #GlobalAgenda #Changemakers
🌍 What a moment! The United Nations Summit of the Future has left us inspired and ready to act. From youth representation in global decision-making to climate action urgency, it’s clear the future belongs to those who step up. Dive into our latest blog for key takeaways, including the launch of the Funders Collective and the Group of Friends for Future Generations. https://lnkd.in/ga9ZsQa8 #SummitOfTheFuture #YouthLeadership #PactForTheFuture
The United Nations Foundation is spearheading a bold vision for the future—one where young people play a pivotal role in shaping global governance. At the United Nations Summit of the Future, we brought together inspiring young leaders to reimagine how we can tackle critical challenges like climate change, inequality, and more, while fostering powerful intergenerational dialogue. At one of the summit’s standout side events, ‘Power in Her Voice: Reimagining a Gender Equal Future,’ we witnessed a dynamic, action-focused conversation led by girls demanding the change they deserve—equal access to education, safety from violence, control over their bodies, and immediate climate action. These aren’t just aspirations; they’re fundamental rights that will create a world where every girl can thrive. The event also premiered the Afghan Dreamers Trailer—a powerful story of resilience and hope, showcasing Afghan girls breaking barriers and inspiring the world. Featuring: Rina Amiri, Naria Santa Lucia, Roya Mahboob, Ayda Haydarpour, Nilab Ibrahimy, Batool Behnam, Shai Naides, Joan Kembabazi, Saru Duckworth, Inés Yábar , and many more! Girls are no longer content to be sidelined—they’re stepping up, driving real change, and shaping the global agenda. This event is only the beginning, setting the stage for global leaders to rise to the challenge and ensure girls’ voices create lasting, impactful outcomes. Missed the event? Don’t worry! You can still watch the full recording on Our Future Agenda’s YouTube channel. Let’s break the status quo and ignite real transformation together! #PowerInHerVoice #GenderEquality #OurFutureAgenda #GirlsLead