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IYC Panel: Role of Youth in Achieving the SDGs in South Asia

Impact

  • 120 Attendees

  • Sep 20, 2023

  • SDG 4

  • New York City

Impact
Overview

The 8th International Youth Conference on September 20, 2023, highlighted South Asian youth’s role in advancing SDG 4 through inclusive education, empowerment, and regional collaboration.

Our partners

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Project Team

  • Anil Wasif, Director of Strategy, BacharLorai

  • Sushmita Shekar, Urban Designer/Strategist; Consultative Delegate to UN ECOSOC; Board Member, Asia Initiatives.

  • Zoya Dhakam, Educationist and IAAI Youth Representative.

  • Heet Dholakia , Member of the Board of Directors, Dholakia Foundation.

  • Pradip Pariyar, Representative, Dalit Lives Matter Global Alliance.

  • Lamar Zala Gran, Founder and President, Empowering Afghan Women

SDG Alignment

Target 4.1
Ensure complete, equitable, and quality primary and secondary education.

Target 4.7
Rromote sustainable development education, including human rights, gender equality, and a culture of peace.

Context

Role of South Asian Youth in Achieving the SDGs was the 36th session of the 8th International Youth Conference (IYC8), held at AFS Headquarters in New York City. This session brought together five panelists from across South Asia to discuss their experiences and perspectives on advancing sustainable development. The focus was on empowering youth, promoting inclusive education (SDG 4), and fostering regional collaboration.

Coinciding with the SDG Summit and UNGA 78, IYC8 provided a hybrid forum for young leaders, emphasizing turning discussions into actions for sustainable development. The panel addressed key topics like improving access to quality education for marginalized communities, youth participation in decision-making, and overcoming regional social, economic, and political barriers. Panelists shared successful initiatives and collaborative efforts to address common challenges in South Asia.

IYC8 was organized in partnership with the Civil Society Unit of the Department of Global Communications (DGC), Generation Next Network, UN-Habitat, and UN IOM, highlighting the vital role of youth in achieving a sustainable and equitable future.