International Youth Day 2026 - “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations”

August 11, 2026
Event Details

August 19, 2026

15:00 (Panamá)

Online

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Youth from different contexts: from Brazil to Granada, from Bolivia to Panama. Aspirations that differ according to national realities, but converge in dignity, opportunity, and sustainability. Solutions that emerge from the diversity of territories.

In this regional webinar, five young leaders from the region share directly from their work experiences in:

  • Climate action and resilience
  • Education and digital inclusion
  • Youth employment and entrepreneurship
  • Mental health and well-being
  • Participation and political advocacy

Join this conversation about how youth across Latin America and the Caribbean are building innovative responses from their territories and what real-world impact looks like in 2026.

August 19, 2026 | 3:00 PM (Panama Time, GMT-5) | Free virtual connection

 

Commemoration of International Youth Day — United Nations Regional Collaboration Platform for the United Nations for Latin America and the Caribbean

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