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MONTHLY NEWSLETTER | May 2025   Welcome to Youth2030 Pulse! Brought to you by the UN Youth Office, this monthly newsletter exclusively delivers youth-focused opportunities, events, tools & resources, and news & updates from across the United Nations system.   Learn more at www.un.org/youthaffairs OPPORTUNITIES

Global Youth MIDORI Platform     The UN University Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS)   Open to undergraduate students worldwide, this free online capacity-building programme empowers youth to develop solutions to local and global sustainability challenges. Apply by 18 May

Deadline Extended: 2025 UN #SDGAwards    UN SDG Action Campaign   The UN SDG Action Campaign has extended the deadline for applications and (self-)nominations for the Heroes of Tomorrow: 2025 UN #SDGAwards. This year’s categories—Resilience, Creativity, and Changemaker Award—honour individuals, initiatives, and changemakers who demonstrate that every choice matters. Apply by 25 May

Youth4Climate Funding for Young Climate Leaders    UN Development Programme (UNDP)   UNDP and Italy have launched the 2025 Youth4Climate Call for Solutions, offering funding, training, and support for youth-led climate projects worldwide. The initiative focuses on key themes such as sustainable energy, food and agriculture, climate and health, digital for the planet, climate peace and security, and nature. Apply by 26 May

AgX Fair 2025: Call Now Open    Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)   The World Food Forum (WFF)’s Global Youth Action Initiative invites young changemakers and educators to submit innovative agrifood education projects. Selected entries will be showcased during the WFF flagship event and will receive expert feedback. Apply by 31 May

2025 PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival    UN Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)   UNAOC and International Organization for Migration (IOM) are seeking youth-produced short videos (up to 5 minutes) for the 2025 edition of the PLURAL+ Festival. The call is open to global youth aged 25 and under. Creators of the top short films on key themes—including migration and social inclusion—will be invited to a ceremony at the end of the year. Submit by 15 June

EVENTS

Webinars on Sport for Youth Crime Prevention    The UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)   Virtual event: 28 May 2025 (first webinar) The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in partnership with the International Olympic Committee (IOC), is organizing a webinar series to explore the use of sport in youth crime prevention. The sessions will highlight best practices and support the integration of sport into relevant strategies and frameworks. Register Here

Youth Consultation on Ocean Sustainability    Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)   Virtual event: 20 May 2025 The World Food Forum Youth Assembly will host its first youth consultation on ocean sustainability ahead of the United Nations Ocean Conference. This virtual event is open to youth worldwide. Register Here

Register for Youth Blast 2025!   UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF)   Hybrid event: 1 June 2025, Geneva Youth Blast 2025 is a full-day event dedicated to empowering young people ages 16–35. The program will feature speakers from the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), UNICEF, ActionAid, and other key organizations working in the humanitarian and resilience space. It will also include interactive sessions on building resilience in sustainability work, international relations, and career development in advocacy and humanitarian action. Register Here

Basics of Entrepreneurship Webinar Series    ITC — Ye! Community   Virtual event: 10 June 2025 The next session in this series will focus on customer acquisition and relationship strategies. Register Here

Learning Planet Institute (LPI) Planetary Health Summer School 2025    UN University (UNU)   In-person event: 30 June–11 July 2025, Paris  This two-week summer school invites participants to collaborate on hands-on projects, prototype real-world solutions, and explore ways to address global sustainability challenges. Register Here

TOOLS AND RESOURCES

Youth 2030 Phase 2    UN Youth Office   Youth2030 Phase 2 (2025–2030) builds on the first phase (2018–2024) of the UN Youth Strategy to accelerate progress toward the SDGs. It focuses on six strategic priorities: empowering youth, enhancing SDG implementation, advancing knowledge, unlocking resources, transforming the UN workforce, and strengthening accountability. By placing youth at the center, Youth2030 Phase 2 aims to drive systemic change and ensure youth are empowered to shape global policies and decisions. Learn more

How Intergenerational Leadership Unlocks Innovation and Sustainability in Business   UN Youth Office, The Club of Rome, and the St. Gallen Symposium   This report explores the business advantages of bridging the generational gap in leadership. It highlights how integrating youth voices leads to better decision-making, innovation, and sustainability. With insights, case studies, and actionable strategies, the report offers a roadmap for organizations seeking to embrace inclusive, intergenerational leadership for long-term success. Learn more

Get Advice from U-Report's Mental Health Chatbot    UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF)   15 May is World Mental Health Action Day, and U-Report is here to help. The Mental Health Chatbot provides young people with a safe space to learn how to build healthy relationships, manage stress, talk about mental health, fight stigma, and explore substance use through a new module. Send “TIPS” to U-Report on Facebook, WhatsApp or Instagram to get started. Learn more

United Nations Climate Relief    UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA)   UN Climate Relief is an online community for collective climate action that supports the most vulnerable. The platform allows users to create and share fundraising campaigns—from personal efforts like sponsored runs to corporate programs such as donation matching. Every contribution supports The UN Central Emergency Response Fund’s (UNCERF) mission to address climate emergencies. Learn more

NEWS AND UPDATES

Contribute to IOM's Diaspora Engagement Strategy    International Organization for Migration (IOM)   IOM is developing its first institutional Diaspora Engagement Strategy and invites youth to participate in this multistakeholder process. Complete their survey to help shape this important strategy, recognizing the unique role youth play in diaspora engagement. Take the Survey

Your Rights Are Your Superpowers    International Labour Organization — Decent Jobs for Youth (ILO)   Launched by ILO and Global Refugee Youth Network (GRYN) under the PROSPECTS initiative, this campaign promotes youth rights at work, particularly for those affected by forced displacement. It emphasizes fair conditions, non-discrimination, safety, health, and social protection through engaging stories, games, and videos. Learn more

UNU's MSc Public Policy and Human Development   The UN University – Maastricht Economic and Social Research Institute on Innovation and Technology (UNU MERIT)   The MSc in Public Policy and Human Development, a unique program from UNU and Maastricht University, is now accepting applications for its September cohort. EU applicants have until 1 June to apply. Learn more

Why Investing in Women and Girls Benefits Everyone    UN Population Fund (UNFPA)   Discover why investing in women’s rights is essential for global progress. This resource explores how empowering women and girls leads to benefits that positively impact entire communities. Learn more

The Future of AI: Impact for Child Rights Agenda     UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF)   In a new UNICEF Innocenti article, Selin Ozgursoy (UNICEF Youth Foresight Fellow) interviews Bo Viktor Nylund, Director of UNICEF Innocenti, discussing the impact of AI on children’s rights. The conversation explores AI’s opportunities and future potential for children and young people. Learn more

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