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- Why investing in young people has never been more important
This has resulted in a nationwide surge in young people’s engagement in politics and the election of several young mayors Such initiatives are badly needed worldwide, given the woeful representation of young voices in the democratic process, with only 2 8% of parliamentarians globally aged 30 or under
- Bringing young leaders together now matters more than ever
This week, 500 young leaders from over 150 countries and territories are convening in Geneva, Switzerland, for the 2025 Global Shapers Annual Summit at the World Economic Forum’s headquarters Global Shapers – young innovators and community leaders – are at the forefront of a new generation determined to drive systemic change from the
- A new generation of changemakers: Meet the YGL Class of 2025
The World Economic Forum unveils its 2025 cohort of Young Global Leaders (YGL): 116 exceptional individuals under 40 who are redefining leadership in a changing world This year's cohort is making a mark in diverse industries and sectors, from heads of state to a grand chess master, founders of unicorn companies and an award-winning musician
- Young people have the power to break barriers to women’s empowerment
Technovation is helping bridge the digital divide by equipping young girls with both technical and entrepreneurial skills that have long-term benefits Increasing women’s access to digital skills and STEM careers could contribute an additional $5 trillion to the global economy, according to UNESCO
- The Forum of Young Global Leaders - The World Economic Forum
The Forum of Young Global Leaders is a Foundation dedicated to shaping responsible leaders who are committed to improving the state of the world Through its three-year program, it brings together exceptional individuals under the age of 40 from diverse industries and regions who have demonstrated a track record of driving change in their
- Why young people worldwide want and need ‘meaningful work’
At the end of 2023, YMCA—along with Deloitte Australia and Service Now—launched a global research survey led by young people, for young people The survey reached more than 10,000 young people aged 18-35 in more than 120 countries worldwide, with 45% of respondents from underrepresented groups
- Inspiring young minds to create climate change solutions
But many young people feel anxious about the future and these feelings can be exacerbated by using social media to try to learn about global challenges such as climate change Young people need access to high-quality, solutions-focused online science resources so they can understand potential climate futures and feel inspired to develop solutions
- Empowering young people is future-proofing business and society in . . .
The hurdles now facing young people are certainly daunting Despite a 15-year low in global youth unemployment, 20% of the world’s young people are still not engaged in employment, education or training What is more, young women account for two-thirds of this total, underscoring a worrying gender gap that could take decades to close
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